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Understanding ADHD

This is a contributed post and therefore doesn't necessarily reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author. Photo Source In the past, children with ADHD were simply classified as “naughty”, “reckless”, or “difficult”. However, thanks to improvements in our understanding of the mental disorder, we are now able to correctly diagnose certain behaviors that are indicative of an ADHD diagnosis rather than merely reprimanding the child. So, here’s a little information that can help to familiarise you with the disorder and more accepting of people living with the condition. What Is ADHD? ADHD (short for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a condition that primarily affects children and teens but can continue into adulthood. In fact, it is one of the most commonly and frequently diagnosed mental…

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May 23, 2018

Autism 101 / My thoughts / YouTube Video

#Autism 101: Understanding Meltdows

Do you know the difference between an Autism related Meltdown and a tantrum? If you said no, you're probably not alone. Meltdowns are easily one of the most misunderstood facets of Autism and I'm going to help you better understand. When you're done, please help me share it so I can continue educating the public about Autism and Autism Parenting. We desperately need awareness and as Autism becomes more prevalent, more and more people are going to be touched by it. https://youtu.be/fsINiP4G-A8

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May 22, 2018

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Helping Your Children with #Autism Thrive

This is a contributed post and therefore does not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the blog or its author. As a parent of an Autistic child, I often think about the ways as a parent I can help them thrive and live a happy and fulfilled life. In some cases, it is exactly the same as any other parent would be for their children, but sometimes I feel there are added ways we can help children with autism that may not seem such a big deal in normal circumstances. I wanted to share with you some of the ways you can help your children with autism thrive on a day to day basis, and even if your children are not, they can still help you to raise well…

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May 20, 2018

Gavin / My thoughts / YouTube Video

This is what #Schizophrenia looks like to my family

Over the years, I've tried to document the many things we deal with as a special needs family. It's important to me that I help to educate the public because there will come a time where I will no longer be here and I take a small comfort in the knowledge that my efforts today might make the world a more forgiving, understanding and compassionate place for my kids. That being said, I wanted to share this video I shot a few years ago. It shows Gavin, who's living with Schizophrenia, talking on an imaginary phone. This video is approaching 1,000,000 views and one of the more frustrating comments I see in regards to this particular video is that he doesn't have Schizophrenia, he just has an active imagination. The reality…

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May 5, 2018

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Travel Tips For Parents Of Children With #Autism

This is a contributed post and therefore does not necessarily represent the views and opinions of this blog or its author. (image) Travelling can be stressful at the best of times, but as parents with autistic children, it can be especially trying. With a change in schedule, unfamiliar surroundings, and the busy crowds, there are stresses for both the parent and the child trying to cope with what is going on around them. Of course, the easy answer at vacation time is to not travel at all. But why should a child on the spectrum miss out on the world around them? A holiday is a great time for them to gain new experiences, and as parents, we can bond with our kids away from the four walls of the…

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April 16, 2018

Guest Post / PSA

(PSA) Why Swimming Lessons are Critical for Kids on the #Autism Spectrum

Why Swimming Lessons are Critical for Kids on the Autism Spectrum By: Michael Morris, Goldfish Swim School Everybody in the pool! Yes, that really means everybody. It is widely recognized that all kids need swim lessons. In fact, the American Red Cross says that the number one thing that parents can do to keep kids safer around water is to enroll them in swim lessons. Researchers at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health recently conducted a study that concluded that children with autism are 160 times more likely to drown than the general pediatric population. The lead researcher stated, “Given the exceptionally heightened risk of drowning for children with autism, swimming classes should be the intervention of top priority.” (Source: My Autism.Org) https://youtu.be/WE3NIKGEhOM The swim and water safety…

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April 12, 2018

Contributed / My thoughts / Sponsored Post

Proactive Parenting Tips

This is a collaborative post and therefore does not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author. Become a parent is just amazing. Right from the moment, they’re born, you’ll never have felt a love stronger. Raising a child, however, is a different ball game. You’ll have so many learning curves along the way that’ll seem like an impossible journey. But the years fly by, and suddenly your little baby isn’t so little anymore. This is where a bit of proactive parenting is needed. Thinking on your feet to make sure you’re actively making the best decisions for your child, and you’re actively involved in all aspects of their life. Have a read on to find some great proactive parenting techniques. Schooling School is one of…

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March 22, 2018

Contributed / My thoughts / Sponsored Post

Why Creativity is Great For Kids

Being creative is not only a fun pastime, but it can also have lots of other benefits for kids too. It can simply be a bit of fun, something to do in the evening after school, or something to pass the time on a rainy Sunday afternoon.

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March 14, 2018