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Autism: The Good, Bad & Beautiful
When most families find out their child is diagnosed with a developmental disorder, they have a fear of the unknown. A fear that their child will not grow up with the same opportunities as other children, a fear they will never learn the life skills...
What About Me
What About Me? Something is not right, even though friends and family tell you, “Don’t worry, he will grow out of it…it’s just a stage.” You are not so sure. You don’t sleep because you know in your heart something is different about him. You are glued to the internet...
High Functioning Autism: What does it look like?
Most people are less familiar with the "other side" of the autism spectrum. The stigma attached to the word autism typically leaves people believing a child is severely disabled and will never fully function on their own in society. High Functioning Autism is...
Meltdowns & Autism Awareness: A Resource For Parents
Is your child on the autism spectrum? Do you frequently get overwhelmed with others not understanding their actions? Taking a child experiencing disabilities to new, unfamiliar places can be a difficult task. You never know how they might react...
What Are The Types Of Anxiety?
Do you suspect your child has anxiety but need to narrow down what it could be coming from? There are several different type that can manifest in any child or adult. In this blog post, we will identify and define the types of anxiety you might notice in your child....
Why Is My Child Anxious?
School anxiety in children can happen to anyone and is more common that reported. Some children express their anxiety in different ways, some being noticeable and some not. Do you suspect that your child is anxious about going to school? If you suspect...
School Anxiety: What Teachers Can Look For
Do you suspect a child in your class has anxiety about coming to school? Going back to school after a long summer can be hard for any child. It may be hard for them to adjust to a new schedule or a harder grade, but most kids are able to settle in...
Autism: Know The Signs
Developmental milestones are important indicators that show if a child is developing as they should or if they have a slight delay or something more serious. Knowing what signs to look for in a baby or child is essential to offsetting some of the...
The Truth About Autism
Do you know the TRUTH about autism? Kids on the spectrum have no feelings. FALSE: Children on the spectrum DO have feelings, just as each of us do. The difference is, they have a tough time expressing their feelings and emotions. They also have a...
Quick Facts About Autism
What does it mean if my child has autism disorder or is considered on the autistic spectrum? A child diagnosed with a particular disorder is difficult news for any parent. Often, it is hard to know exactly what that disorder means or how it will show in a particular...
How To Succeed on a Test with ADHD
Taking a test is a long, dreadful process for most students in high school. Imagine having to take a test to pass you to the next grade level AND adding a hyperactivity disorder. Students diagnosed with ADHD have a difficult time concentrating, staying still and...
5 Ways To Manage Symptoms Of ADHD Without Medicine
Are you struggling with managing your child’s symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? Are you looking for an alternative to medicine? Making the decision to medicate your child for symptoms of ADHD can be a difficult one. We have found...
Dogs & ADHD: Are They A Perfect Match?
Children and adults diagnosed with ADHD often have a different school experience than others. Sometimes, they might feel left out, and picked on, have low self-esteem, and have anxiety issues. How can a friendly fido help? 1. Stress Stress can mount quickly on...
6 Myths & Facts About ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects many students and families in America. Once a child diagnos, the family has some important decisions to make. Here are some myths and misconceptions about this particular disorder that might aid in...
How Does ADHD Affect Your Child in the Classroom
How does a diagnosis of ADHD affect your child’s education? All children are hyper at times and distracted, unable to focus, but children with ADHD are not just being rambunctious kids. “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological disorder...
LEARN Meetup Group on Bullying
LEARN: Learn to Educate & Advocate Resource Network is proud to host our first Meetup Group for parents of students with disabilities. We will have a guest speaker and our topic of discussion is bullying. This is a great opportunity to learn new...
I’m A Bully: How To Help Your Child
It's Monday morning around 9 am and you have just finished your coffee and are settling in to your usual work routine for the day. You look down as your phone begins to ring and get a knot in your stomach- it's one of those phone calls you dread taking. It's the...
Respond to Bullying
Is your child bullied at school? Does your child have a disability that makes it difficult for them to express what goes on at school? Does your child feel because they are different they are targeted for bullying? Do you need help teaching your...
Is Your Child Being Bullied At School?
As parents, sometimes it is hard to distinguish between your child just being in a bad mood or if there is really something deeper going on they are not telling you about. If your child is bullied, it can take on many faces with your child. This blog will...
Who Does Bullying Affect?
Bullying affects more than just one person in almost all cases. Bullies target individuals, groups of people, families, and sometimes even organizations. This blog will take a deeper look at who is affected and how. The Victim: The victim is the...
Bullying: Do You Know The Types?
Did you know there are several different types of bullying? Do our kids know the difference between them? Bullying is has become a word that no school, administrator, or teacher takes lightly. When a student reports they are being bullied, all hands...
What Is Bullying?
Do you think your child is being bullied at school? Do you need help identifying what it actually is and is NOT? We are here to help. By definition, bullying is aggressive or hateful behavior toward one individual or groups of people. Those...
How Do I Pick the Best McKay Qualified School for My Child?
Where Do I Start? So your child has been approved for The McKay Scholarship and now you need to select a school for him or her to attend. Where do you start? On the same website where you filed your intent to participate in The McKay Scholarship, there is a private...
Words That Sting, a Form of Bullying
"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me." This old English Nursery Rhyme isn't really true, because name calling and words can hurt and sting for a lifetime. Has your child been made fun of or been bullied because they are different. ...
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