On-Demand Course: Less Compliance, More Interoception: Understanding What Our Bodies Need to Participate Successfully

Many of us have been taught that when participation becomes difficult, the solution is more pressure. More rewards. More behavior charts. More plans to change outward behavior. But what if there is another way? In a recent survey, more than 300 parents, educators, therapists, and self-helpers shared their perspectives on what “less compliance” really means. While their experiences were diverse, a common theme emerged: When participation becomes difficult, more compliance is rarely the answer. This course explores what happens when we stop asking, “How do we make someone do it?” and start asking, “What might this person need in order to participate successfully?” Through community insights, practical examples, and an interoception-informed lens, you’ll discover why lasting participation is built through curiosity, validation, and collaboration…not pressure, rewards, or control. You’ll also gain practical language for responding to common misconceptions and advocating for less compliance approaches in everyday settings. Kelly Mahler is an AOTA Provider of professional development. Course Approval ID #16499. This Distance Learning-Independent is offered at .2 CEUS, introductory, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. Group Discount Available: 2-5 Participants: 15% Discount 6+ Participants: 25% Discount *Be sure to click the group option when adding courses to your cart, and the discount will apply automatically!