A Parent’s Guide to FEDCs in DIR/Floortime
This guide brings together all of our FEDC posts in one place. Learn about the developmental capacities in DIR/Floortime and how they support your child’s growth.
Understanding Higher FEDCs: Expanding Abstract and Reflective Thinking
FEDCs 7–9 expand children’s abilities into flexible, emotional, and reflective thinking. Learn what these stages look like and how to support them at home.
Understanding FEDCs 4–6: Building Problem-Solving and Emotional Thinking
FEDCs 4–6 move children into problem-solving, pretend play, and logical thinking. Learn what these stages look like and how parents can support them at home.
Understanding the First Three FEDCs: The Foundation of DIR/Floortime
DIR/Floortime uses developmental capacities, or FEDCs, as building blocks for growth. Learn about the first three — regulation, engagement, and communication — and how to support them at home.