Staying Calm on the Bus

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Social Skills

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SubjectSocial Skills

Original Prompt

My moderate to severe autistic student (18; 12th Grade) had an incident on the public bus where someone rudely asked what is he staring at and it caused him to be emotionally distressed. How should I go about talking with him about and what actions to take with in case this happens next time

This resource focuses on helping individuals manage their feelings during uncomfortable social interactions while riding the bus. It begins with an introduction to the social dynamics present on buses, emphasizing that many passengers tend to be quiet or busy. The resource guides users to recognize their emotions when faced with rudeness or discomfort from strangers. It offers an action plan outlining specific responses, such as looking at their phone or ignoring the rude behavior. Additionally, the resource includes tools for identifying feelings through emotion icons, a personalized calming plan, and a checklist for calming strategies like deep breathing and visualization techniques. Finally, users are encouraged to reflect on their experiences to develop a plan for maintaining calm in future situations.