The Problem with Teaching Eye Contact as a Social Skill
What’s inside this article: A look at why many autistic individuals prefer to listen and engage without making direct eye contact, and practical tips for…
Verbal De-Escalation Techniques for Challenging Behavior & Meltdowns
What’s inside this article: Eight verbal de-escalation techniques, based on The Crisis Prevention Institutes training, to help you effectively manage challenging behavior and meltdowns in…
Learned Helplessness in Children: Causes, Signs, & How to Overcome it
What’s inside this article: A look at learned helplessness in children including what it is, the signs of learned helplessness, its effect on mental health,…
So You Lost It On Your Kid … Now What?
What’s inside this article: Positive parenting advice for moms feeling guilty after yelling or over reacting during a difficult parenting moment. Tips to make restitution…
How to Help Your Child Overcome Separation Anxiety
What’s Inside this Article: An overview of separation anxiety disorder and the official diagnostic criteria in the DSM V. Plus, helpful resources to help ALL…
How to Talk to Kids About Tough Topics
What’s inside this article: 10 tips to help you get through some of the most challenging conversations that we as parents need to have with…
Time-In vs. Time-Out – What Should You Use?
What’s inside this article: A comparative look at time ins versus time outs, information about why children misbehave, and how to teach skills that help…
The Ultimate Guide For Preventing Meltdowns in Your Autistic Child
What’s inside this article: Any overview of the escalation cycle, in other words, the stages of a meltdown, along with in-depth advice for preventing meltdowns…
Why Kids Need Routine & How to Make a Visual Routine for Your Home
What’s inside this article: A step-by-step guide to creating a daily routine with visuals that your child actually follows. The benefits of daily routines for…
Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance: A Comprehensive Guide
What’s inside this article: An in-depth look at what Pathological Demand Avoidance is, its characteristics, avoidance techniques, and how it manifests in children. This article…
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