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 …
How to Teach Your Child About Positive Self-Talk Read More »
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 …
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 …
How to Discipline a Child With ADHD: Do’s And Don’ts Read More »
Parenting isn’t easy, and parenting a child with special needs is an even more difficult feat, even if you know what you’re doing from day one, you also need to know what not to do with an autistic child. The most an expecting mother can do is anticipate the arrival of a child that may …
Autism Parenting Guide: What Not to Do With an Autistic Child Read More »
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 …
Children are born self-centered. That’s a fact of life. The problem, however, is getting them to grow out of that sort of behavior. It’s up to the parent to show them the path to becoming a functioning, empathetic adult. It’s also the parent’s job to bring the child happy memories and to show them that …
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 …
Assistance for Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Read More »
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 …
6 Techniques for Improving Behavior in Autistic Children Read More »
Ethics are the values or principles that regulate your behavior. These are what makes you extraordinary, and help to inspire you. These are a crucial part of not only your job but also anything you do in life. Many of us have not identified what our values are. These are important to unearth to help …
Unearthing Your Ethics Through Career Management Read More »
We see ads, commercials, movies, TV shows, and more portraying perfect individuals daily. They live in an ideal house, have perfect bodies, perfect hair and makeup, have the best relationships with others, and have perfect families. We also see this on social media. It is no wonder that so many individuals are developing mental health …
