This practice guide draws on research evidence and practitioner knowledge to provide an overview of approaches to understanding the behaviours of children with disability and the concept of ‘behaviours of concern’. It includes some practical principles for working with children with disability and their families.

This guide is primarily intended for use by child and family support professionals who may work with children with disability and their families but may not be specialists in providing disability support. It synthesises general research evidence and broad practice knowledge. It does not include guidance on how to deliver services that are funded through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) (e.g. development and implementation of behaviour support plans).