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Flexible Routine, Not Rigid
Autistic/ADHD child needs strong but not rigid routine — distinguish predictability from inflexibility.
Goal
Build a routine balancing safety (high predictability) and flexibility (tolerating small changes) for neurodivergent child.
Steps
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Draw visual board of day routine (pictures + arrows).
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Child smiles at his routine board. Image reduces anxiety.
Evidence base
School: TEACCH + Collaborative Problem Solving
Founders: Gary Mesibov · Ross Greene (1972)
TEACCH (NC) pioneered "visual structure." Greene in "Explosive Child" added child-collaboration element.
Keywords
#أبوّة#احتياجات-خاصّة#special-needs#autism#adhd#routine#mesibov#greene#routines#checklist#habit-stacking#parenting#flexibility#gary-mesibov#teacch#صخور وحجارة#هيكلة بصرية#visual-structure#predictability#transition-warning#rocks-and-pebbles#تحذير عشر دقائق#تغيير صغير أسبوعي#ten-minute-warning#weekly-small-change#north-carolina-program#explosive-child-book
Frequently asked questions
How long does "Flexible Routine, Not Rigid" take?
This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced with another person in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "Flexible Routine, Not Rigid"?
Child smiles at his routine board. Image reduces anxiety. In the short term: In 3 weeks, transitions (activity to activity) collapse 50% less.
Is "Flexible Routine, Not Rigid" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on TEACCH + Collaborative Problem Solving (Gary Mesibov, Ross Greene (1972)). TEACCH (NC) pioneered "visual structure." Greene in "Explosive Child" added child-collaboration element.
Is "Flexible Routine, Not Rigid" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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