Applying Intrinsic Rewards to Children With Autism

Intrinsic rewards can be the same for children with ASD or can be different. There are several reasons why the reward might be different. Parents can also figure out something a little unique when they need to.

Children with Autism may respond to the same intrinsic rewards a typical child. Those rewards are things like a pat on the back, a hug, telling them they did a good job, smiling, a thumbs up, etc. Parents can easily think up more of these which may be already in use in their family.

Intrinsic rewards are typically rewards that do not have to be paid for. Physical rewards are rewards that are bought or have to be gotten in some way. It is an item that can be handed to the child.

Since phasing out physical rewards are part of the process of positive behavioral supports for children with Autism. Both types of rewards should be paired in preparation for the phasing out. It is also easier to give an intrinsic reward from across the room when a parent 'catches' their child doing a desired behavior or skill. Parents use intrinsic rewards all the time without realizing it.

The challenge is that some children with do not like to be touched. Or more specifically they like certain types of touch. Some of the types of touching used in sensory integration are good rewards. If a parent is using sensory integration for calming they do not want to withhold it just to use it for an reward. It can still be used as a reward.

Some parents also pair two or more intrinsic rewards with success for children with Autism. They may pair a thumbs up with a big smile and saying good job. Of course parents can and will come up with other ideas and intrinsic rewards for their family.

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Mylinda Elliott is the parent of five children. The third of the five has Autism which was diagnosed early on. The fourth of the five children has Aspergers. She is a self taught expert. Mylinda Elliott has also worked professionally in the disability world for the past fifteen years. She is considered the "Go To" woman for advice or resources on disabilities.

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