4 Parts of a Conversation: How to Help Kids With Social Skills Issues
For most people, having a conversation is relatively easy, even second nature. Not so for children and youth with social skills issues! Skills such as reading body language and knowing what to say (and when to say it) don’t come easily to them. Here’s a look at the four parts of a conversation, the skills involved, and how to help children navigate each one. Read more...
2019 Goals Calendar: A Printable Planner for Tweens With Executive Functioning Issues
These printable 2019 calendar sheets can help kids stay on track with common goals like getting to school on time or cleaning up their room. In addition to the calendar sheets, there are 14 goals you can download, print and cut out. Each one comes with a list of steps your child can follow to get the job done. Read more...
Depression in Parents of Children With Developmental Disabilities: What Do We Know and What Can We Do?
Parental depression is a common condition, and for parents of children with developmental disabilities—both moms and dads—it is even more likely that they will report symptoms of depression than parents of children without disabilities. Read more...
Denied an IEP or 504 Because Grades Are Good
Has your child been denied an IEP or 504? It is so common for schools to say that a child is not eligible for special education because the child has good grades or is too smart. The truth is, this is not a valid excuse for denying special education support. Read more...
Early Warning Signs of Dyscalculia
5-7% of students in the U.S. have this math-based learning disability. Still, it often goes undiagnosed until a child fails in school. The early dyscalculia symptoms in this video can help. View here...
FDA To Finalize Ban On Shock Devices Used On Those With Special Needs
Two years after proposing a ban on devices used to administer electric shocks on people with developmental disabilities, federal regulators say they intend to move forward with the plan. Read more...
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