Parents are encouraged to remember that most impulsive, over-active, and inattentive behaviors seen in children with attention problems are not intentional. They did not cause the chemical reaction in their brain that caused the behavior, but over time, they can learn to control it. With that in mind, it is important to assist children in managing the effects […]
Three-Steps to Successful Transitions
As I say in my bio, I am truly a fellow struggler! The same day I first posted this item in February 2010, my four-year-old daughter had a full-blown crying, screaming, jelly-legs, you’re-gonna-have-to-carry-me-outta-here temper tantrum during a transition at a local mall. Transitioning from one activity to another can be an ongoing struggle! This is especially […]
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Tips for Dealing with Transitions at School
It is important that your child’s educators are aware of the struggles she has during transitions and non-structured situations. If they are aware, teachers can positively cue and target transition activities when your child needs extra support and assistance to be successful. Suggestions for transitions at home can easily be adapted for school. If your child struggles […]
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Six Tips for Dealing with Changes in Routine
Change is hard! Because they thrive on routine, many children with attention difficulties struggle to cope with changes in their daily routines. Resulting behaviors can vary from thunderous silence to a screaming-banshee temper-tantrum. If your child struggles with changes in her routine, try these five suggestions: (1) Keep her daily schedule visible and up-to-date so she […]
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