Red Behavior Scale
This level is behavior that is harmful to self or others.
What is Dangerous?
"Easy, easy, please look at me"
Calm and soothing
This is the A of the SMART Priniciples.
This is what the blue box on both the Red and Green Scales represents.
What is stress?
This level is a low-level change in usual behavior that does NOT affect others.
What is Agitated?
"Do you guys know I don't like starfish"
Confusion
The SMART Principle which encourages having a plan and knowing as much as you can about an individual.
What is "Stay one step ahead?"
Three reasons people don't want to do what we ask
Unready, Unwilling and Unable
The second level message of behaviors at this level is "Pay Attention."
What is Disruptive?
Approach, stand closer to the victim, and don't say a word
Do nothing
This SMART Principle encourages teamwork and utilizing the Minimum Impact principle.
What is "Together/TLC?"
Three skills that is used to respond professionally to off subject or argumentative words/tactics
Planned Persistence, Tactful Interruption and Creating the Expectation of Cooperation
At this level, individuals exhibit an increase in Gross Motor Activity (GMA)
What is Destructive?
I'm glad we were able to talk this out"
Positive Reinterpretation
Using this SMART principle could include talking about something more enjoyable for the individual or changing the subject.
What is "Refocus the attention?"
Reduce and prevent escalation by building richness into life
Green Zone
The second level message of behaviors at this level is "Stop Me" or "Help Me."
What is Threat of Lethal?
Two people are arguing over a toy, you say: "Are you still arguing about weather"?
Fake misunderstanding
This SMART Principle includes giving only one direction at a time.
What is "Move one step at a time?"
Making a request then knowing when to bail out
Generating Cooperation