The Birthday Gift
Every year I struggled with what to do for my daughter’s birthday. Of course, my daughter starts planning
Real Life
Patricia Moody’s PATH to Success
Patricia was starting high school out of our district at SrHS. The students did not know her. Would they accept her? We approached high school with trepidation. But, we had...
Interactive Technology May Be a Double-Edge Sword for Children
Today we see that technology has infiltrated the lives of children as young as infants. A recent survey on tablets and toddlers shows the number of kids using touchscreens has
Relative Remarks!
Question: How to keep the peace at family gatherings? Advice: Over the years, I have had families of special needs children bring up the topic of “ridiculous and insensitive things...
Tips on the Affordable Care Act
Question: Medicaid eligibility has expanded in some states and insurance is now a viable alternative for many families with special needs. How should they evaluate their options? Answer: Scrutinize Coverage...
Making the Holidays Enjoyable
Question: I hate to leave my child out of all the holiday festivities. What can I do to make the holidays enjoyable for everyone? Answer: The holidays can be a...
Saying “No offense”, can still be Offensive!
This incident really put a strain on our friendship (well, from my perspective anyway). It brings tears to my eyes now as I am writing this, because
Crying in Therapy: Important to Understand Why
For many parents, family members, and therapists, crying can be a big obstacle to overcome when teaching and working with a young child. While it may be difficult to manage...
Ask the Nurse: Social Interaction Tips
Question: My child is not interactive with other children. What can I do? Answer: A child with special needs requires additional skill development. Social skills are not always learned in...
