Behavior
Some children may need help managing self injurious behaviors or other sensitivities. Learn how to manage these issues through discipline and calming strategies.
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Behavior
5 Ways to Use a Feelings Wheel for Kids
A feelings wheel is a fantastic tool for helping children identify their emotions, develop empathy, and work on conflict resolution.
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Behavior
How To Help Your Child’s Dysregulated Nervous System
Frequent meltdowns, irritability, or easily being triggered can indicate a dysregulated nervous system. Learn ways to help regulate your child’s nervous system.
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Behavior, Sensory Activities
8 Must-Haves for a Soothing Sensory Toolkit
Looking for sensory toolkit essentials for your child? These soothing items can help your child with sensory processing difficulties!
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Autism, Behavior
Managing Autism Burnout Symptoms in Children
Are you concerned your autistic child may be burnt out? Find out how to manage autism burnout symptoms here.
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Behavior
My Child Disagrees With Everything I Say! (6 Tips)
Are harsh words and constant arguments driving you to a breaking point in your parent-child relationship? Learn how to curb disagreements here!
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Behavior
4 Signs of a Socially Awkward Child
All children have moments of awkward behavior, but some children have more difficulty in social situations than others and may struggle to make friends.
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Behavior
3 Ways To Help Your Child Set Boundaries
Setting and enforcing clear boundaries for permissible behavior is a healthy way to begin teaching kids the basics of respect at a young age.
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Behavior
6 Ways to Address Mood Swings in Children
Mood swings in children can be managed by establishing a routine, teaching coping skills, setting clear boundaries, and modeling appropriate behavior.
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Autism, Behavior
7 Ways To Stop Your Child’s Perseveration
You can support your child’s perseveration with practical strategies, support, and a better understanding of their behavior.
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Behavior
My Toddler Keeps Tilting His Head to His Shoulder. Should I Be Worried?
Head tilting in toddlers is often due to torticollis, or tight neck muscles on one side. This can usually be corrected with physical therapy.
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Behavior, Special Needs
7 Strategies to Address Elopement in Special Needs Children
From structured routines to environmental modifications, learn how to create a supportive framework to enhance the safety and well-being of children who elope.
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Behavior, Parenting
Help! I Have No Patience for My ADHD Child
Parenting a child with ADHD requires a lot of patience and understanding. If you’re looking for techniques for keeping your cool, have a look at our guide.
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Behavior, Special Needs
How You Can Assist a Family Through Pediatric Mental Health Crises
Children may experience mental health crises for a variety of reasons. Even without psychiatric training, you can make a difference in a child’s life.
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Behavior
Recognizing Borderline Personality Disorder in Children
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is usually diagnosed in early adulthood and is marked by extreme emotions and unstable relationships.
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Autism, Behavior
Autism Headphone Decals
Many kids with autism wear noise-canceling headphones to help them deal with loud noises. These decals adhere to the headphones and let others know what they are for!
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Behavior
Public Spaces and SPD: Strategies for Navigating Sensory Triggers
Public spaces can be challenging with SPD. Take a look at these practical tips and tools for navigating public spaces and sensory processing disorder.
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Behavior
How To Help a Child With Separation Anxiety at School
Helping your child cope with separation anxiety at school can feel like an uphill battle without the right tools. Learn how to set them up for success here!
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Behavior
Recognizing and Treating Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Find out how to recognize the signs and symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder, the conditions associated with it, and the treatments that can help.
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Behavior
What is a Sensory Diet?
For kids that struggle with overstimulation or understimulation, a sensory diet can be a helpful to help them feel more calm and in control of their bodies.
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Behavior
Tips for Successful Sensory-Friendly Haircuts
Grab this list of top tips for a successful sensory friendly haircut, designed to help you and your child relax, let go of stress, and have fun.
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Behavior
How Parenting Styles Affect Behavior in Children
Thanks to years of research, we know parenting style and child behavior are linked, so how you choose to parent impacts your child’s development.
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Behavior
7 Ways To Find Your Peace When Your Toddler Is Having a Meltdown
Learn how to handle toddler meltdowns by staying present and calm. Discover the triggers that cause them and practical tips to find your peace here!
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Behavior
Toddler Crying? 6 Reasons Why and How to Handle Them
Toddler crying is exhausting and unpredictable. Learn ways to understand and support your child through this emotional and normal stage of development.
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Behavior
Toddler Won’t Listen? Try These 11 Behavior Tips
Toddler won’t listen? Stay calm, be consistent, and model good behavior. Here are strategies to help you when your toddler doesn’t listen to you.