Determining ADHD in the Classroom
ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common disorder that is often times diagnosed early on, specifically during early childhood development. While ADHD is usually diagnosed a long time before a child starts school, if a student seems to be having...
ADHD: What Treatments Your Child Should Receive
ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a disorder that most children are diagnosed with early on in life. It involves not being able to concentrate or focus for prolonged periods of time and/or hyperactivity. While ADHD can be frustrating for both child...
New Research Reviews Possible Link Between the Gut and Autism
New research has been conducted on the subject of autism, reviewing whether or not there is a link to the gut microbiome. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke has explained to the public that autism spectrum disorder is a condition that is...
Play Therapy for Children and Adolescents with Mental Health Issues
Play therapy is useful for children and adolescents who have suffered from traumatic experiences and/or other mental health disorders. It is a child-centered therapy for children between the ages of three and 16 years old. The way that play therapy works is a play...
Autism: Tests, Screenings, and Diagnosis
Diagnosis process of autism spectrum disorder can be difficult since most signs and symptoms do not begin to develop till your child is almost a year or older. To make a diagnosis, your child’s doctor would need to observe your child’s behavior and development. A firm...
How Music Therapy can Help Autistic Children
It is generally accepted that music can relieve tension and mental distress. People turn to slow music when they are sad and fast lively music when they are happy. The bottom line is that music has a positive effect on our mood and cognitive ability. According to a...
Developing Social Skills for Your Child with Special Needs
The development of social skills in all kids, especially those with special needs, is important for them to build relationships and connect with others on a more in-depth level. Scheduling play dates when your child has an off day can help your child practice social,...
What You Need to Know About Academic Success and Autism
When you have a child who is dealing with autism, it is vital that you know their rights when it comes to their education. Everyone has availability to learn and the freedom to get an education that can help them succeed down the road. Education is tailored...
Camps Offering Mental Health Services
These days with teenage suicide, bullying, and self-harm on the rise, many getaway camps aren’t just offering wilderness survival skills and outdoor fun. Summer camps are including the regular beautiful outdoor scenery, friendship building, and outdoor activities such...
Relationship Between Autism and Seizures
Autism is a condition that affects the nervous system and is found generally early in a child’s life. It affects the development of language and social interaction skills. In almost all cases, autism has been shown to affect speech patterns and even motor skills. Some...
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