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2 min · BehaviorImpulsivity and Impulsive Behavior in Children
Children are naturally curious. Part of growing up entails exploration, pushing boundaries, breaking the rules, and deciphering social cues. Because these early years are often full of unpredictability and rambunctiousness (think about the…
2 min · AutismUnderstanding The Difference Between Asperger And Autism
Distinguishing between Asperger Syndrome and autism is challenging. Ongoing research on autism-spectrum disorder means that the definition is constantly changing. What was accepted twenty years ago has been reevaluated and reclassified, and…
2 min · Special EducationHow Do Speech-language Pathologists Help in Special Education?
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are highly-trained health professionals who work in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders and cognitive-communication disorders. For children with a speech, language, or…
2 min · Special EducationADHD in Children: Types and Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic mental disorder characterized by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. This disorder tends to present in childhood and often leads to behavioral, social, and academic…
2 min · BehaviorFocus Techniques and Treatments for Distracted Kids with ADHD / ADD
Focus Techniques for ADHD / ADD Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging for parents, especially when it comes time to teach about concentration skills. Here we’ve outlined some strategies to help…
3 min · Special EducationLearning Disorders: Types and Symptoms
What are the learning disorders? Learning disorders are processing problems based on neurological activities. Reading, writing and comprehension abilities are mostly affected by learning disorders. Here are the common types and symptoms of…
2 min · BehaviorBehavior Therapy for Children with ADHD
The benefits of treating ADHD with stimulant medication are well-documented and numerous, and while nearly 80% of children receiving the likes of Ritalin and Adderall will have their symptoms improve, there are occasions when parents should…
3 min · TechnologyAssistive Technology: Tools for Better Education
What is Assistive Technology? Assistive technology refers to a device or object that helps a person with a disability perform daily tasks. For children and students, these aids can remarkably improve social integration and academic…
3 min · Special EducationWhat is Dyslexia? Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning disorder that causes difficulty with reading, speech sounds, and relating letters and words. It is the most common learning disability and often affects a person for the duration of their life…
2 min · Special EducationHow Do Special Education Students Benefit from Technology?
Special education students often have one or a combination of learning styles and abilities, however not all classrooms have a wide variety of educational tools and learning materials available. Some of the so-called “old-fashioned” tools…
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