Staff Meeting Pack: Moving on From ‘Challenging Behaviour’

The language we use in our settings has the power to transform the way we think about, talk about, and support behaviour.

When we use words and phrases like ‘challenging behaviour’ and ‘disruptive’, we can sometimes feel fearful and apprehensive about responding to individuals’ needs. However, when we use words like ‘anxious’, ‘distressed’ or ‘dysregulated’, we want to help and support those in our care.

This comprehensive staff meeting pack contains a range of questions and activities to prompt discussion and reflection about the language we use to describe behaviour.

It can be used as a focal point for staff meetings or training days, to encourage collaboration and facilitate the creation of a coherent, joined-up approach to behaviour support across your setting.