Understanding Positive Behaviour Support
A person-centred way to understand behaviour and improve quality of life.
Positive Behaviour Support is a person-centred approach that seeks to understand why behaviours of concern occur and how an individual’s quality of life can be improved. Behaviour may be influenced by communication needs, health, sensory experiences, routines, relationships and the surrounding environment. Understanding these factors can guide supportive, practical responses.
PBS is not simply about stopping a behaviour. It also focuses on teaching useful skills, adapting environments, respecting choice and helping the people around an individual provide consistent support.
Our approach
Listen
Understand the individual’s perspective, strengths, priorities and lived experience.
Explore
Consider the circumstances, patterns and needs connected with behaviours of concern.
Plan
Identify realistic goals and supportive strategies together.
Build skills
Support communication, self-regulation, daily living and participation.
Review
Monitor what is helpful and adapt the approach as needs change.
Where formal functional behaviour assessment or behaviour support planning is required, delivery must be undertaken by appropriately qualified or suitable practitioners and in accordance with applicable NDIS requirements.
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