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How to Discipline a Child With ADHD: Do’s And Don’ts

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as ADHD, is described by the CDC as “one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or …

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How to Discipline a Child With PDA: What You Need to Know About Pathological Demand Avoidance in Kids

PDA, or Pathological Demand Avoidance, is a real condition that affects a good chunk of the population. If you’ve never heard of it, that’s fair, as it’s a relatively new diagnosis. It’s essentially a form of anxiety that comes through in the form of purposefully avoiding people, places, activities, things, and even ideas that may …

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Assistance for Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Suggested Strategies Adopting a personalized approach to attend to individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) can significantly enhance their experience. This approach must consider the individual’s unique challenges, strengths, and circumstances to effectively support them. A holistic approach, which takes into account the individual’s experiences across all aspects of their life, is crucial for …

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6 Techniques for Improving Behavior in Autistic Children

Why It Is Imperative To Provide Support Supporting children with autism can present challenges, but also provide fulfillment. Each day is a new opportunity for growth and development, but it’s important for those working with these children – such as teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents – to have a comprehensive set of strategies to facilitate success …

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Techniques for Assisting an Autistic Child in Developing Math Skills

It Can Be Tricky Mathematics can present a formidable challenge for children, but those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face unique difficulties in this subject. During the weekends, there may be a temptation to forgo math practice. However, as a parent of a child with ASD, you know the significance of consistency in maintaining mathematical …

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How to Treat Visual Perception Issues and Improve Day-to-Day Living

Overview Visual perceptual skills play a crucial role in enabling individuals to participate effectively in various activities of daily living. These skills refer to the ability to process and interpret visual information, such as size, form and distance, which are critical for completing tasks such as reading, cleaning or navigating one’s environment. Information is received …

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Strategies for Enhancing Expressive Language in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

What is Expressive Language? Expressing our emotions and what we need from others is what we refer to as expressive language, which can be achieved through verbal or nonverbal communication. Many children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience difficulty in using expressive language to communicate their emotions. They may have limited speech for their age …

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