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Recognizing Gifted Children

Playing with your two-and-a-half year old has become quite an experience. One day you act as though you are king and queen over a great island that is being invaded by sea creatures and you must pro.... read more

Mar 09, 2023 11:20am

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Parenting

Parenting a Shy Child

Background What is shyness? Shyness is a personality trait, not a fault. There is nothing wrong with being shy. Just because a child is shy, it doesn’t mean he or she suffers from low self-esteem..... read more

Feb 16, 2023 12:08pm

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Parenting, Teens 12–18

Getting Your Children To Follow Rules

Conflicts with your kids are inevitable. There are plenty of opportunities for a battle of wills between you and your children. But they do not have to be losing battles for either party. There are .... read more

Jan 17, 2023 4:52pm

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Common Teenage Problems, Parenting, Teens 12–18

When Your Child Is the Bully

Imagine receiving a call from school informing you that your child has been in a fight. You demand to know what young ruffian has attacked your helpless child—only to find it was your child who was .... read more

Dec 21, 2022 10:41am

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Friends, Parenting, School, Teens 12–18

From Autism Checklist to Treatment for Autism

Does my child have autism? "What are the signs or symptoms of autism?" "Maybe he is just developing differently." "How can I really know?" "What's the best treatment for autism?""What do I do n.... read more

Feb 04, 2015 6:47pm

Posted in Age 0–5, Autism (ASD), Parenting

Is it OK to discipline my child with Autism?

The most common question about autism I'm asked by parents is, “Is it OK to discipline my child with Autism?” The answer: YES!! First, we need to understand th.... read more

Jan 29, 2015 6:16am

Posted in Age 0–5, Autism (ASD), Parenting

Single Parent Tips to Solve Problems and Reduce Stress

4 Tips for a single parent to reduce stress

Single parents need to be applauded for what they do, especially mothers. Recent research shows that more than 40% of boys are growing up without their fathers, and that 82% of single parents .... read more

Jan 16, 2015 3:28pm

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Divorce / Separation, Parenting, Single Parent

8 Keys to Teach Children With Autism How to Follow Directions

8 Keys to get children with autism to follow directions

Let's start with a little experiment in sensory processing for children with autism. Simply read the next paragraph. Have you ever noticed that to read comfortably, our eyes typically prefer little t.... read more

Dec 30, 2014 2:02pm

Posted in Age 0–5, Autism (ASD), Parenting, School

The Ebola Scare: What Parents Need to Know

Helping Children Understand Ebola and Traumatic Events by Rob Dindinger, Ph.D. Most of us can remember times in our life when the fear of eminent danger intruded into our thoughts..... read more

Nov 03, 2014 2:59pm

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Parenting, Stress

Signs of ADHD and Managing Impulse Control

Clinical psychologist, Dr. Robert Williams, helps parents understand ADHD, and he presents strategies parents can take to help their children manage impulses and other symptoms associated with.... read more

Oct 23, 2014 9:45am

Posted in Age 0–5, Age 6–11, Learning Disabilities, Parenting, Teens 12–18

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