An example of behavioural therapy is teaching a child with autism to request help instead of engaging in a meltdown when frustrated. The therapist would model the desired behaviour, use visual supports or prompting, and provide positive reinforcement when the child attempts the new skill. Over time, the child learns that asking for help leads to a better outcome than the previous behaviour. This structured approach helps children build functional communication and coping skills, which can significantly improve their ability to participate in daily activities.
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