Parents are often frustrated with their children’s behavior. Yet their parents are where children inherit good and bad traits, and they have been in the family long enough to know what gets attention and reaction. As humans evolve, children adapt to get as much attention and tangible rewards as possible from parents trying to help …
Often misunderstood concepts, autism and introversion can manifest in the same person, and one is sometimes mistaken for the other. The assumed disinterest that autistic people may appear to have in conversation or social interaction is often simply difficulty with back-and-forth conversation. Similarly, they may have trouble reading social cues or be interested in things …
The Quiet Spectrum: How Autism and Introversion Overlap Yet Diverge Read More »
ADHD symptoms can be managed by therapy and medication. Still, recent research shows that mindfulness meditation– the practice of actively observing your moment-to-moment thoughts and feelings- could help improve focus by calming the mind. Over a third of adults with ADHD already use this practice, and a significant number of people rate it highly. …
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Reading is often taken for granted, and many don’t understand the embarrassment experienced by those who struggle. Low self-esteem and avoidance are just two problems that arise. But a better understanding of the facts means many of the myths need to be dispelled in order to help people with this condition thrive. Myth #1: …
When children lack eye contact, it’s often regarded as one of the early signs of autism, a neurodevelopmental condition that affects a person’s social interaction, communication, and behavior. Lack of eye contact is frequently mentioned in papers about autism in young children as a red flag but has become increasingly less important as an identifier. …
Fear is an emotion experienced by adults and children, but children process their fears differently, whether it’s a monster hiding under the bed or a very real threat they may be facing. As a parent, our natural response is to give comfort and calm our children but unfortunately, parents aren’t always around when a child …
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Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting how people perceive and interact with the world. Autism sufferers often have difficulty communicating, social interaction, and behavior. These difficulties can vary widely in severity and type. Key characteristics of autism are communication challenges that range from verbal communication to difficulty understanding non-verbal cues …
Functioning Labels for Autism: High-Functioning vs Low-Functioning Autism Read More »
Targeting sensory processing differences experienced by autistic children, there are simple strategies that can be implemented. Simple Sensory Strategies For Autistic Children Children who get agitated by touch: To avoid being bumped, let sensitive children stand at the back or front of the queue. To avoid collisions in the passage, let them transition to …
Sensory Strategies For Autistic Children: Using Sensory Color Cubes Read More »
Parents of disabled children have many demands on their time and even more challenges when it comes to play dates and activities other than school. After-school programs shouldn’t be seen as an extra burden. They are a great opportunity for the child to make friends, build confidence, discover new interests, and show their strengths. …
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of those conditions you hear about repeatedly when it comes to explaining the actions of someone who is having a bit of difficulty managing themselves. I’ll give you a rundown on what the general guidelines and suggestions are, as well as just what ADHD is in full definition so …
How to Parent a Child with ADHD: The Ins and Outs of ADHD in Children Read More »
