Here’s the catch with replacement behaviors: ✔️ They have to be easier than the challenging behavior they’re replacing.�✔️ They have to serve the same function—meaning they need to produce the same outcome. If hitting helped a child avoid sharing, the replacement might be: �“No thanks” or “You can have it when I’m done.” If crumpling paper and yelling got them help with homework, the new skill might be: �“Can you help me with this?” or “I don’t understand this question.” Once those replacement b