DDP Scaffolding Worksheet
From Barrier to Autonomy: A Neuro-Affirming Tool
Example: “Navigating the open-plan office during peak hours without sensory fatigue.”
1
Task Deconstruction (The Roadmap)
Break the objective into the smallest possible actionable steps to reduce executive function load.
Step A:
Step B:
Step C:
2
Structured Prompts (The Safety Net)
Identify external tools that act as a “prosthesis” for memory, processing, or social energy.
| Scaffold Type | Specific Tool / Script |
|---|---|
| Visual (Checklists, Maps) | |
| Social (Scripts, Cues) | |
| Sensory (Environmental) |
3
Think-Aloud Model (The Internal Voice)
Coach’s Metacognitive Model:
“First I identify the trigger; then I check my visual checklist; then I choose my action.”
4
The Fading Plan (Path to Autonomy)
When is the client ready to reduce support?
When will we evaluate progress?
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