Behavior Buff

Behavior Buff

By Ty and Hilary KruegerParentingKids & Family
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Behavior Buff episodes

  • E13: Extinction

    Today we're talking about Extinction, and NOT dinosaurs. Sorry Cal. ;) 

    If you've ever felt like you are the solo parent who is always the one getting behavior from your kiddos and your partner isn't... Or maybe they're the "fun" one. This could provide some great insight for you. 

    In the field of applied behavior analysis, extinction refers to the scenario when a behavior no longer provides the same reinforcer or preferred thing that it used to in the past. 

    I left the end a little unedited as we are getting back into the swing of things from vacation. 


    You can find us over at our new shiny website behaviorchangecollective.com


    12 min
  • E12: Larkin's Skin Journey, Behavior + Medication.

    This episode is real, raw and unedited. 

    I am diving into our 16 month long journey of TSW (Topical Steroid Withdrawal and Topical Steroid Addiction) with our middle daughter, Larkin. 

    It's defined as When topical steroid medication is stopped, the skin experiences redness, burning, itching, hot skin, swelling, and/or oozing for a length of time.

    If you feel moved by this, Please share this episode to help others bring awareness. 

    Here are the links I discuss in this Episode: 

    Primally Pure (Krueger19 at checkout for 10% off)

    Documentary, Preventable. 

    Itsan.org 

    #larkinwillwin 

    Our website behaviorchangecollective.com you can reach us there if you want to chat more. 

    36 min
  • E11: Why do my kids act different at home and school? With Guest Leah Batillo
    In conferences and feeling shocked when the teacher says your child is an angel in class? How can this be? Is this the same kid we are talking about you say. 
    Or maybe you're on the other end, your child is struggling in the classroom setting, and you're just not sure why! 
    Leah, from Parent Tools (her Instagram handle!) is going to really dive into the why, and then give you some great ideas to help on both ends, for smooth transitions between home and school! 
    Grab this simple morning routine schedule to print off! -->> Morning Routine Schedule.
    Are you a teacher or in education? This website blog by Leah is for you!-->> Teacher Talk.
    29 min
  • E10: 3 Tips for Smoother Transitions

    Transitioning home from school, leaving for school, bedtime routine... anytime you are transition from one thing into another. 

    Listen in for Ty's 3 main tips to help with smoother transtions! 

    Follow us on Facebook at Behavior Change Collective.

    12 min
  • E9: Tantrums get these 6 Quick Tips to calm them!

    Tantrums… hitting kicking throwing their body and head around feeling inconsolable. You think is he sick? Teething? Hungry? Thirsty? Tired? Or Frustrated with lack of words? Feeling like your little guy or girl are so strong willed and stubborn?

    Maybe your older kiddo is getting upset and throwing a tantrum themselves. 

    Listen in on why they happen, what not to do, and most importantly our 6 tips on what TO DO! 

    Follow us on Facebook at Behavior Change Collective

    and on Instagram at Behavior Change Collective 

    let us know you're listening in, we'd love to share your post with our followers! 

    24 min
  • E8: Behavior Bank Account, What is that?

    You've heard us talk about this a time or two, so lets simplify the jargon for the next time we bring it up! 

    Listen in until the end for a small homework assignment we need from you :)

    Similar to an actual bank, a behavior bank account operates in terms of deposits and withdrawals; however, instead of focusing on dollars and cents, it focuses on positive and corrective interactions.

    8 min
  • E7: Why are my kids SO Naughty!? (Why Behavior Happens)

    People get more upset over things they don't understand, you feel me? 

    Instead of focusing on the WHAT type of behavior is happening, lets dive into the WHY. 

    This will give us a better understanding, and more relaxed approach when handling challenging behavior. 

    Nerd Alert! Lets Geek out over these: 

    4 primary reason:

    Attention

    Escape

    Access

    Automatic

    Follow us on Facebook at Behavior Change Collective and Instagram at Behavior Change Collective 

    Grab our Guide on how to start and run an effective Positive Reinforcement system, Aka a Sticker Chart. 


    23 min
  • E6: Success Loop

    In this episode you'll learn about a tool we used during a Mastermind we were in this Spring. 

    It was so eye opening on many different levels, and really gives you clarity on where you are now as a parent, and where you want to be, and how you will get there! 

    The Success Loop kind of takes you through a journey. When I first went through it and I got a little emotional. 

    It's hard sometimes to come to realization that what you're doing right now isn't working, but good news, there is a way for you to get the help you need to add some more tools in your tool box for this journey in parenting we are all on together. 

    Here is the Success Loop PDF.

    Follow along at Behavior Change Collective on Facebook.

    13 min
  • E5: Bribery vs Reinforcement

    Feeling like your kid goes from 0-100 on the drop of a dime? 

    This episode might open your eyes as to why, and how you can make an easy change! 

    Listen in as Ty and Hilary discuss the difference between Bribery and Reinforcement.

    Below is the link to our 5 Step Guide to creating a Sticker Chart discussed in the episode: 

    5 Steps to Successful Sticker Chart Guide

    Find us on Facebook and Instagram at Behavior Change Collective 

    11 min
  • E4: But I was Spanked Growing up and I turned out just fine!
    But I was spanked growing up and I turned out just fine! 
    Why  what coercive control and corporal punishment aren't good longer term ways to shape behavior. 
    Most obvious examples are pushing, hitting, whipping, shaking, grabbing, spanking.
    Verbal: insulting, excessive yelling, name calling, put downs, rhetorical questions.
    This episode is in noway meant to make you feel bad if these are the behavioral tactics you are currently using. 
    We want you to know, if you are listening, then that means you are ready to make a change! 
    It will stop whatever  behavior is happening as you child becomes frightened and startled
    Using spanking as a form of punishment makes your child FEAR you, not RESPECT you. 
    Is this what you want? You want your child to fear you? I certainly don’t.
    BUT This is the EXACT reason why its enticing to use and why it is such a popular method of behavior management.
    However, as child become more and more exposed to that type of punishment, it becomes less and less effective due to the behavioral phenomena of habituation
    So when your light spank on the behind no longer stops the behavior, what's your next move?
    Yell louder? Spank harder? More often? Switch to something else, like a spoon or a belt?
    Because the only option is to increase the intensity in that moment.
    If you have listened, and wanting some more guidance or ready to make a change,  we are here for you. 
    Let's start the conversation: 
    Email us- [email protected] 
    Get our guide on questions to ask yourself to get your kids to listen here: https://mailchi.mp/024ad03e181a/getyourkidstolisten
    Follow us on Facebook- Behavior Change Collective and Instagram- behavior_change_collective
    18 min

About Behavior Buff

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A podcast for the busy active parent. Talking all things behavior change. From kids not listening, to stopping the yelling and controlling the chaos. Ty is a BCBA with a Masters Degree in applied…