Slide 1: Neurodiversity Affirming Behavior Management Strategies for Early Intervention ECE SLPs. Slide 2: What is Neurodiversity Affirming Practice?. Slide 3: Why Neurodiversity Affirming Approach in Early Intervention?. Slide 4: Shifting from Deficit-Based to Strengths-Based Thinking. Slide 5: Key Principles of Neurodiversity Affirming Behavior Support. Slide 6: Understanding Behavior as Communication. Slide 7: The SLP's Role in Neurodiversity Affirming Behavior Management. Slide 8: Creating Neurodiversity Affirming Environments. Slide 9: Proactive Strategies: Positive Behavior Supports (PBS). Slide 10: Sensory Sensitivities and Strategies. Slide 11: Communication Strategies: AAC and Visual Supports. Slide 12: Collaboration is Key: Team Approach. Slide 13: Addressing 'Challenging Behaviors': Function-Based Approach. Slide 14: Self-Regulation and Emotional Development Support. Slide 15: Measuring Success: Shifting the Focus. Slide 16: Conclusion: Embracing Neurodiversity