COVID-19 tips, Building Independence, Neurodivergent Experiences

“School Is Pointless!” A Parent’s Guide to Low Academic Motivation

“School is pointless!” “I’m not doing any more of these useless assignments.” “I don’t care!” “Why do I need to know this stuff? You don’t ever use it at your job.” Does this sound familiar? Many parents are struggling in homes across the country right now, with children and teens who show low academic interest … read more

COVID-19 tips

Pandemic Back to School Guide

These uncertain times that we are living in have lots of parents wondering, “how can I get my child prepared to head back to school?” Unfortunately, it might seem like there’s no amount of preparation that will be satisfactory enough to get your kids ready (and excited!) to go. Don’t put too much pressure on … read more

COVID-19 tips, Career Planning, Planning

9 Job Skills Your Teen Can Improve From Home

Teaching your child essential skills they’ll need for the rest of his life isn’t easy. Doing it from home? Even harder. And trying to teach those skills during the middle of a quarantine, like the one we are currently experiencing due to the COVID-19 pandemic? You deserve a presidential medal of honor. However, as a … read more

COVID-19 tips

Maslow’s Hierarchy During COVID-19: Pandemic Tools for Parents

When Abraham Maslow launched his famous Hierarchy of Needs in the 1940s, it’s doubtful he could have anticipated how parents, psychologists, and direct care professionals would be applying it to a global pandemic. Yet uncertain circumstances of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic have shown the value now–more than ever–of Maslow’s understanding of caring for ourselves and … read more

COVID-19 tips, Executive Functioning, Self-Monitoring

Why Gratitude Journaling Is So Important When The World Around You Seems Out of Control

In today’s crazy, unpredictable times, it might feel as though you have no control over anything in your life at all. This lack of control can lead to feelings of hopelessness, depression, and anxiety. For people and particularly children with anxiety or other diverse needs, these feelings can be downright debilitating. What if there were … read more

Building Independence, COVID-19 tips

14 Ways To Help Your Child Take Hand Washing Seriously

With growing global concern for the spread of COVID-19, there’s never been a more critical time to ensure that you and your family members practice effective handwashing. Unfortunately, research shows that teens and adults–regardless of unique learning needs–don’t have a strong track record of keeping hands clean. If you’re struggling to help your child learn … read more