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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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One thing you should know is that acting tough and being tough are two completely different things. When you tell a child to act tough, they will walk around with their chest puffed out, maybe put on an act, or even grow an attitude with others. Whatever it may be, telling a child to act …
Everyone wants the best for their child, but not everyone knows how to go about it. Most want to go by their instincts, but what’s truly the best way to go about instilling personal development into a growing and learning young kid? Well, there’s a type of parenting that’s been making waves recently and has …
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We all want the best for our children, and so because of that, we try to get them started on their education early. Can you do the same for toddlers, though? After all, they can’t even talk, much less read or do basic math. Well, there are ways to make sure your child can really …
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It’s normal for someone to doubt themself. If anything, it’s a good thing to an extent. It’s necessary for one to recognize their own limits and when it’s time to throw in the towel. With adults, a normal amount of doubt is healthy and a sign of an understanding of oneself. The same can’t really …
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Ever heard of PDA? No, not Public Displays of Affection. I’m talking about Pathological Demand Avoidance. I wouldn’t be surprised if you haven’t, as it’s a relatively new diagnosis that isn’t actually recognized by the DSM-5, but it’s considered by experts to affect a subset of people on the autism spectrum. People of the autistic …
