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Is Your ADHD Child Defiant? 4 Possible Reasons Why!

Whenever a parent tells me that their child is defiant, I always try to dig a little deeper to find out why?

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If your child is struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep… or waking up tired, sleep hygiene can help.

10 Healthy Sleep Habits for Your ADHD Child

Sleep

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With early detection and specific interventions, most children with dyslexia can learn to read.

What Every Parent Needs to Know About Dyslexia

School

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What is the positive skill you want to teach? Choose yours and follow these steps.

A Simple Strategy to Change Your Child’s Behavior Today

Behavior

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Listening is an active process that involves paying attention to what is heard. 

What Parents Should Know about Auditory Processing Disorder

Evaluations

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Ask your child, “Is this someone you would feel comfortable talking to if you’re ready?”

Finding the Right Counselor For Your Child

ADHD

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In many cases, the question parents are asking is: is it ADHD, autism, or both?

Is It ADHD or Autism? Or both?

Evaluations

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Early speech sounds are important for phonological skills, which support reading.

Speech Sound Disorders: 5 Things to Know

Speech and Language

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To learn that their fears don’t come true, your child must put themselves in the feared situation.

The Most Important Strategy to Minimize Your Child’s Anxiety

Anxiety

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kids with anxiety

Each time we avoid, we are saying to anxiety, “I believe you.” This makes it grow bigger.

Help Your Child Take Control of Worry Thoughts

Anxiety

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When we keep the “future picture” in mind, we can stay focused on our goal and avoid distractions.

Use a Future Picture to Help Your Child Stay Focused and Motivated

Speech and Language

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Can you imagine having tools to help your child listen, manage those frequent meltdowns, and connect with your child?

Learn 6 keys for raising a happy and independent child with ADHD

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