Physical Aggression | 1-Page Social Stories | Behavior Support

Use this editable 8 one-pager social story collection about common physically aggressive behaviors to support students and individuals to prevent hurting others. Each social story walks through: Why hurting others is harmful for both the individual and others Acknowledging the individual's strong and big emotions Building self-awareness of feelings (which are difficult for Autistic and neurodivergent students!) How they can share what they need/want to do in the moment Providing a visual choice board of what to do next instead of hurting others How this choice can be more helpful in the long run for them to share what they need, whether it is related to sensory, self-regulation, etc. Provide the "Why" the physically aggressive behavior is not okay and some of the harmful natural consequences Objective: Individuals can refer to this one-pager social story for information, continued choices, reminders, and as a reference point. Written from the perspective of the individual, centered on their experience, and supports understanding. What Social Stories Are Included? Yelling at Others 1-Page Social Story Pushing Others 1-Page Social Story Scratching Others 1-Page Social Story Pinching Others 1-Page Social Story Kicking Others 1-Page Social Story Hurting Others 1-Page Social Story Biting Others 1-Page Social Story Hitting Others 1-Page Social Story WHAT’S INSIDE EACH RESOURCE Resource Guide About the Resource Using the Resource Resource Walkthrough 2 Types of Social Stories All Text With Images Printable Social Story Digital + Editable Social Story Google Link + PowerPoint Editable in the digital versions Includes a page to replace the images used SUGGESTED USES: While you can use each social story in a variety of ways at home, at school, and other community locations, some suggested uses are included below: Explaining why hurting others is harmful and what to do instead to move forward Visual reminders of what the student can do (they can use this one-pager! and the choice board inside) Planning out how they want to be proactive and decide what to do in the moment Place in a self-regulation station or calm down corner You can email us at hello@autismgrownup.com if you have any feedback, questions, and/or requests for resources.