When “What Do You Want to Do About It?” Doesn’t Work
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When “What Do You Want to Do About It?”
Doesn’t Work
After the last blog post on solving children’s boredom, a mom emailed me the following:
I’ve been doing that in all different ways… more subtle…
Why Your Suggestions Make It Worse
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“I’m Bored!” — Why Your Suggestions Make It Worse (And What to Do Instead)
Summer is meant to be a time to relax, recharge, and enjoy. But with all that downtime… comes the inevitable complaint:
“I’m…
Summer Break — Not a Break from Values
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Summer Break —
Not a Break from Values
Yes, school is over (or just about over), and if we needed a reminder that summer has begun, this week’s heatwave in the Tri-state area made it loud and…
Camp Prep for An 8th Grader
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It’s that time of year again—camp season is here!
Here’s a social story I wrote for one of my students to help her prepare for camp. You’ll notice her specific challenges reflected in the red behaviors she’s…
How SCD Affects Social Skills
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How Social Pragmatic Communication
Disorder (SCD) Affects Social Skills
In this blog series, we’ve explored how ADHD, anxiety, and ODD can interfere with a child’s ability to form and maintain friendships. This week, we’ll take a look…
How ODD Affects Social Skills
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How ODD Can Affect Social Skills
In previous blog posts, we’ve explored how ADHD and anxiety can interfere with a child’s ability to connect with others. This week, I want to take a closer look at Oppositional…
How Anxiety Affects Social Skills
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Why Anxious Kids Sometimes Struggle Socially
In last week’s blog, I addressed how ADHD affects social skills. This week, I’d like to focus on anxiety—and how it can impact social development as well.
Although we all want…
Does A Child With Social Challenges Automatically Have Autism?
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Does a Child with Social Challenges
Automatically Have Autism?
As parents or teachers, it can be concerning when we notice a child struggling socially. Maybe they interrupt others often, miss subtle social cues, or have…
How Can I Teach Executive Functioning if a Child Is Always Melting Down?
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Question:
Hi Devora,
I’m wondering if you can help me with my question. I attended Sarah Ward’s workshop last year and gained a lot in different areas. However, while I heard all the “Do Not’s,” I’m still…
Is My Family Normal
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Is Our Family Normal? Are Our Children Okay?
A Social Behavior Story Especially For Parents…
We often imagine and wish that the time we spend on holidays and Yomim Tovim with our children and family will bring…