ARFID is an eating disorder that is prevalent in those with ADHD and autism. It can occur in children as young as 2 and can be very serious.
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Sensory Integration Disorder is when your nervous system takes in information and your brain misinterprets the data. So what does that mean for a child and how can you help them?
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Homeschooling your autistic child can mean you need to teach things that are not in the typical school curriculum. Autistic children often struggle with recognizing facial expressions and body language. You can help your child by playing games with them where you practice these skills.
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Task initiation is the ability to start a task. It is something most people can just do. You want to do a task, so you just do it. However, if your brain has executive function issues, which often happens in people with Autism or ADHD, it isn’t so easy. Getting started with a task can at times seem monumental.
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Valentine's Day is a great chance to change up our routine and get some great fine motor activities into our day. Here are some of my favorite activities.
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ADHD students need to move to learn best. Not all movement has the same impact. Some movement is more helpful than others. But what does that mean in practice?
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Does your kid hate pants? It is common for kids with sensory integration issues to not like certain styles or types of clothing. What can we do about it?
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Kids with learning challenges and neurodiversity often struggle with memory. How can we help our children develop better memories?
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Do you have an older child or teen who struggles with writing? Do they refuse to do most assignments? Does a traditional writing program seem like a lost cause? If so, you are probably wondering how much you should worry about writing. You might be wondering what you can do besides give up. I have some suggestions.
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