Shyness is often misunderstood because it is not one emotion, but a mixture of fear, tension, apprehension and/or embarrassment. Shy children seem to lack confidence and are self-conscious especially in new surroundings or when they are the center of attention....
Our children have innate strengths that we can cultivate if we are perceptive enough to identify those gifts. Child learning reveals strengths at times when they are distracted with play. With a good-natured child, we delight in the happiness the...
We will now discuss the topic that no one wants to discuss: Autism and puberty Long before my daughter's hormones began to change I had thoroughly planted myself in denial. Not only would she begin puberty far, far into the...
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Sometimes, no matter what you do, things are going to go, the way they are going to go. The school year is no exception, especially if your a special needs family. Having said that, there are always things you can do to...
The first few weeks of September are always hectic. It means back to school and back to a regular routine. There are 5 easy ways to simplify your morning routine. Before my son was diagnosed with autism, I never appreciated...
My daughter is in 11th grade. We have stumbled through new teachers, new classrooms, new schools and IEP overhauls but one constant has been the #1 key to her success in a general eduction setting... PEER SUPPORTS Peer supports are...
One of the things almost everyone has to do when the new school year comes around is back to school clothes shopping. For many families, it's not that big of a deal. However, what if you are a special needs...
[caption id="attachment_1864" align="alignleft" width="300"] A Time of Change[/caption] Some people say change is good. I disagree. When you’re a parent of a child with Asperger’s, you are not a fan of change! In our family change is the breeding ground for...
It's that time of the year once again. My kids make their triumphant return to school this week after a very, very long summer. It's one of the many bittersweet moments that my special needs family experiences throughout the year....
It is about the time of year when parents start to think about their children going back to school. Many parents look forward to getting their kids back to a routine, but some parents view this transition as a time...
