Daily living skills can be tough - we're here to help. Check out these articles to know more.
If you have a child, you probably already know how difficult it can be to get him to eat a healthy, nutritious diet. For the child with unique learning needs like autism, that challenge is often doubled! Some children show strong food preferences that lead to poor nutrition, preferring foods like Goldfish crackers and macaroni … read more
Exercise is essential for good health, both physically, mentally, and emotionally – but what do you do when your teen refuses to exercise? It takes some trial and error to find the right type of exercise, as everyone will have different preferences and capabilities. However, when it comes to motivating a child with unique learning … read more
Are you interested in learning more about how you can use self-management to teach healthy living skills to your child? You’re in the right place. We all know how important life skills are in the context of preparing your child with unique learning needs for independent adulthood. From learning how to manage a bank account … read more
It wasn’t long ago that a parent of a teen client came to us and asked about goals for their teen’s health. The parent expressed concerns about their teen’s low motivation to eat a healthy diet and do any physical activity. After trying several strategies without much progress, the family decided to pursue some extra … read more
Take a few minutes and think about this question: What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “healthy living”? Do you think about what you eat? Exercise? Managing stress? What does it mean to you to be ‘healthy’? Healthy living skills are essential for lifelong success, as they form the foundation for maintaining physical, … read more