Ask Dr. Doreen Building Independence Without Constant Prompting

Is your child relying on prompts for everything?

Whether it's getting dressed, brushing teeth, completing homework, or learning daily living skills, independence is possible! Join Dr. Doreen as she shares strategies for fading prompts and helping children become more confident and self-sufficient.

Bring your questions—we're here to help!

00:00 Intro & Welcome to Ask Dr. Doreen 00:01 Dr. Doreen's Impact on the Autism Community 00:01:54 Today's Topic: Building Independence Without Constant Prompting 00:03:57 All Ghouls Gala & ACT Today Fundraiser 00:07:45 ACT Today Grants: How to Apply Successfully 00:09:12 Understanding Prompting and Prompt Dependence 00:12:11 My Teen Can't Do Anything Without Prompting 00:16:45 Sleep Problems in a 6-Year-Old: First Steps 00:18:08 Child Meltdowns When Told What To Do 00:25:19 Mom vs. Dad: Different Prompting Styles 00:29:18 Investigating Night Wakings and Sleep Tracking 00:34:41 When Caregivers Overprompt Other People's Children 00:39:02 Teaching Skills vs. Expecting a Child to "Just Know" 00:46:12 AAC, Spelling, and Facilitated Communication Debate 00:55:37 Prompt Fading, Communication Independence & Closing Thoughts