Prevent-Teach-Reinforce for Families

The popular, researchbased PreventTeachReinforce (PTR) model is used in schools and childcare settings nationwide to address challenging behaviors in children with and without disabilities. Now, with the PreventTeachReinforce for Families (PTRF) model in this accessible guidebook, you can use this proven approach with families to help them resolve their childs challenging behavior in their own homes and communities.Developed by top behavior experts, PTRF is a highly effective intervention model that helps families prevent behavior problems in children ages 210, teach proactive communication and social skills, and reinforce positive behavior. In this expertly organized book, youll discover how to take on the role of PTRF facilitator to meet each familys unique needs, and youll get a clear 5step process for guiding families as they promote their childs positive behavior (see below). With this comprehensive, adaptable model of behavior support, youll strengthen family engagement, set each child on the path to healthy socialemotional development, and improve quality of life for the entire family.HELP FAMILIES WITH THE 5STEP PTRF PROCESS: Initiating the process. Establish a partnership with the family, and then work together to set individualized goals and develop a vision for the childs future. Assessment. Guide the family through the steps of functional behavioral assessment (FBA) to uncover the triggers and functions behind the childs behavior. Intervention. Using results of the FBA, help the family choose from a menu of intervention options to build a behavior support plan that meets their specific needs. Coaching. Conduct meetings with the family, acting as cheerleader and coach and guiding the family to implement the behavior support plan with fidelity in home and community settings. Monitoring. Review behavioral data with the family to monitor how well the plan is being implemented and whether the child is making progress. PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Practical, printable forms (including a Behavior Rating Scale for data collection, Assessment Checklists, Behavior Support Plan Summary, Fidelity of Strategy Implementation Form, and complete PTRF Plan Implementation Guide), plus extended case examples that walk you through the PTRF steps and bring the process to life.