Please help me ): Scenario: Dana is a 3-year-old boy who lives with his mom, dad, and 12-month-old sister. He is a new student at a community preschool program. He is language delayed and only speaks in one-word phrases, often repeating what others have said or saying the same thing over and over. Dana's parents report that he is very difficult to manage at home and in the community. They report that His parents are reluctant to take him to the store or other places in the community because he has severe tantrums, resists getting in the car, and/or resists leaving places. Dana's preschool teacher visited him at home to welcome him to his new school. She was distressed to observe that Dana seems to be "in charge." His parents are reluctant to place limits on him. At preschool, Dana has tantrums that include crying, screaming, dropping to the floor, and hitting adults. He is most likely to have problem behavior during small group activities, clean-up time, and when transitioning from activities.

Question: What are some Consequences Strategies for Dana – Guidelines for how the adults will respond to problem behaviors in ways that will not maintain the behavior.