This type of training is given to children with special needs if it's hard to identify their patterns in toileting. In essence, this just means establishing a toilet routine or time for your kid, or setting up a pattern of times when you think it's fitting for your kid to use the bathroom. To encourage the child to improve, you just need to give him plenty of positive reinforcement.
Before getting started, it's important for you to understand that habit training is based on elimination schedule. First, focus on getting your child to urinate in the toilet. Don't worry too much if you are unable to get him to the toilet for bowel movement. That will come eventually.
In this technique, you should be patient enough to take your child to the bathroom frequently, in 30 minute intervals. Allow your child to sit on the toilet for around 2-3 minutes. If your kid goes, shower him with praise, even if it's only done by coincidence. If it's unfruitful, just calmly lead the child out of the bathroom with minimal reaction.
Remember that the first step in this training is to teach your child to go to the toilet with proper timing. In addition, you are orienting him with the difference between wet and dry pants, and toilet awareness. Don't lose heart if it takes some time for your child to master the steps.
How can you best help your kid to give signals if he wants to go to the toilet? If you notice that your child is having a hard time initiating the process himself, give him subtle cues such as:
Add sign language to your repertoire. You may have him wave the letter "T" as a sign for toilet. Give him a "toilet cue." He can use any item such as a sticker, or a toy to let you know that it's time to go.
What if your child still refuses to urinate in the toilet? A lot of children with autism have challenges understanding what they are being asked to do. By far, the best technique that you can use to overcome this is the "show me" method.
Try to add some food coloring in the water. It may help illustrate the process. Urine added to the colored water will definitely grab their attention. Try to put some specially made animal shaped toilet floats, or something colorful like cheerios cereal to make it a fun experience. Have him aim for it for fun!
Now you are armed with the information for potty training autistic children.
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