Specific – Establish specific short and long-term measurable goals – State what has to be accomplished if the goal has been met.
Action-oriented – Focus on the actions you want to happen, not on the personal qualities of those involved.
Realistic – To avoid discouragement and frustration, make sure your goal is achievable.
Timely- Create realistic deadlines or due dates for reaching your goals.
Define the Problem– These may include your child’s learning challenges, financial limits, teacher’s lack of knowledge of brain injuries, or limited information on available services.
Brainstorm Solutions and Choose the Best One– Now you are ready to brainstorm creative strategies to get around the obstacles you’ve identified. Click on Success Strategies for a tutorial on improving communication skills and forming partnerships with your child’s school.
Do it/Plan– Select strategies and take action. Most tasks will be completed by parents; however you the teen may also be involved. Below is an example action plan.
Action Steps (To Do List)
Who
By When
Play basketball in the driveway with Stephen two times a week after work
Me
Every Wednesday and Friday through September
Evaluate Progress– After a period of time (2-3 weeks), review the progress you have made.
