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Impulse Control and Communication

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Lesson Plan

Impulse Control and Communication

Impulsivity, Verbal Threats

This lesson focuses on helping students with autism manage impulsivity and verbal threats through self-awareness and communication strategies. By engaging in activities that promote emotional regulation and effective communication, students will learn to recognize their impulses and express themselves in a positive manner. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to navigate social interactions and reduce conflicts.

Audience

Students with Autism

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Materials

Discussion Questions, Impulse Control Worksheet, Scenario Cards, and Picture Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what impulsivity and verbal threats mean.
  • Explain the importance of managing impulses and communicating effectively.

Step 2

Group Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to explore students' understanding of impulsivity and verbal threats.
  • Encourage students to share their experiences and thoughts.

Step 3

Activity: Impulse Control

10 mins

  • Distribute the Impulse Control Worksheet and Picture Cards.
  • Guide students through scenarios where they identify impulsive behaviors and brainstorm alternative responses using the picture cards.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the key points discussed in the lesson.
  • Encourage students to practice the strategies learned in their daily interactions.
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Discussion

Impulse Control Discussion

A guided discussion to help students understand impulsivity and verbal threats.

What does impulsivity mean to you?

Encourage students to think about times they acted without thinking.







How can verbal threats affect others?

Discuss the impact of words and how they can hurt or help.







What are some ways to manage impulsive behavior?

Explore strategies like counting to ten, deep breathing, or walking away.







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Worksheet

Impulse Control Worksheet

A worksheet to help students identify impulsive behaviors and think of alternative responses.

Describe a situation where you acted impulsively. What happened?








What could you have done differently in that situation?

Think about calming strategies or asking for help.







List three strategies you can use to manage your impulses.








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Worksheet

Scenario Cards

Cards with scenarios for students to practice impulse control and communication strategies.




You feel angry because someone took your seat. What do you do?







You want to shout out an answer in class. How can you handle this?







A friend says something mean. How do you respond?




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Worksheet

Picture Cards

Picture cards depicting scenarios and strategies for impulse control and communication.




A picture of a student counting to ten before speaking.







A picture of a student taking deep breaths to calm down.







A picture of a student walking away from a conflict.







A picture of a student using a calm voice to express feelings.




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