Semantic Pragmatic Disorder- Strategies
Resource type:
Frequently Asked Questions —
Date posted:
March 8th, 2012
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What strategies can I use when supporting a pupil with Semantic Pragmatic Disorder?
give the child practical, hands-on tasks
provide a quiet, orderly environment
use visual clues whenever possible
break instructions into short sentences
keep to classroom routines as much as possible and help them to cope when change is unavoidable
avoid abstract concepts whenever possible (the child probably won’t understand ‘guess’ or ‘pretend’ and will find time words, such as ‘long ago’, problematical)
give literal instructions eg. ‘put the puzzles in the cupboard’ rather than ‘tidy away’
help them to learn strategies for socialising
provide them with a visual written or pictorial timetable
explain metaphors, sarcasm and jokes when they are used
build on their special interests
follow any given programmes such as from the speech and language therapist
give constant encouragement and praise.
