Aggressive Behavior in a Child or Teen with Autism
Aggressive behavior in a child or teen exhausts every parent who must deal with it. When a child with autism who is already struggling in so many ways also displays aggressive tendencies, parents and caregivers can feel locked in a daily battle with too few options.
Aggression, defined as hostile or violent behavior toward others often with a readiness to attack, can put family members, and even strangers we come across during our day, in danger. Understanding aggression in the context of autism is a first step in dealing with this behavior. Fortunately, once thoughtfully examined, there are options available to families dealing with aggression.
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