Step 1.2 Identify the activities and routines within which to teach the target behavior (or skill)
Once target behaviors are described, the EI team and parents identify everyday activities and routines within which to use negative reinforcement to increase the toddler’s behavior. Negative reinforcement is effective when used in routines and activities that are mildy aversive to the toddler.
It is important to note, that mildly aversive activities, events, or items occur naturally in a young child’s environment and do not cause harm to toddlers with ASD.
EXAMPLE
Toddlers may be bothered by taking a bath, sitting for dinner, having the light off in the room at bedtime, and so on.