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Negotiating an IEP October 28, 2022

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Be familiar with and realistic about your child’s strengths and weakness before attending the IEP.
Talk beforehand to your child’s teachers about challenges in the classroom and any solutions.
Be patient with yourself and your team. It takes time and experience to develop good negotiation skills and relationships with the professionals involved in your child’s education.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School, Special Needs | Tagged autism, iep, school, special needs

Understanding an IEP October 26, 2022

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Learning the purpose of an IEP, and some of the common terms used, can help parents feel more confident during an IEP meeting.
Always review your child’s IEP to make sure nothing was left out from the meeting.
Follow up on your child’s IEP during the school year by keeping in touch with your case manager and your child’s teachers.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, Special Needs | Tagged autism, iep, school, special needs

Beginning the IEP Process October 24, 2022

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An IEP differs from a 504 plan and requires progress tracking.
In Utah, your pediatrician may be able to help speed the evaluation process with a letter of diagnosis.
It's important to learn your rights under your state's laws before your IEP meeting.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School, Special Needs | Tagged autism, iep, school, special needs

Homework Strategies for Children on the Autism Spectrum April 21, 2022

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Keep homework sessions predictable and realistic.
Learn your child's strengths and find ways to leverage those strengths when studying.
Communicate with teachers and find what resources may be available to you at home.

Posted in Pediatric Articles, School, Special Needs | Tagged ASD, autism, autistic, homework, school, special needs

What does autism look like? April 15, 2022

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Autism is a neurological disorder that has gained increased attention over the last decade.
Because autism is a spectrum disorder no two children share identical symptoms or severity.
Learning to recognize and support children on the spectrum can help them feel more comfortable.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Special Needs | Tagged ASD, attention, autism, autistic, disability, emotional behavior, kids, neurological disorder, school, sensory processing, social, social behavior, social challenges, spectrum, spectrum disorder

6 Vaccination Myths and Why They are Dangerous April 26, 2021

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Vaccinations save lives and result in fewer hospitalizations and fewer deaths.
Vaccinations are a requirement to attend school in all 50 states, though there are exceptions to opt-out.
Some unvaccinated people have fallen victim to common myths that persist in the face of scientific evidence to the contrary.

Posted in Child Safety, Immunizations, Pediatric Articles | Tagged autism, measles, pregnancy, vaccinations

Supporting the Siblings of Special Needs Kids November 3, 2020

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Growing Up With An Autistic Sibling.
Protect them from burnout.
Take advantage of resources for siblings of children with special needs.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Special Needs | Tagged autism, siblings, siblings or special needs kids, special needs

10 travel tips for children with autism May 30, 2016

Article at a Glance Keep things as familiar as possible by sticking to a routine and incorporating familiar toys, experiences, and foods. Keep your expectations and itinerary realistic. Find out ahead of time what special accommodations may be available for your child at amusement parks, attractions, and the airport. At first, taking a family … Continue reading “10 travel tips for children with autism”

Posted in Pediatric Articles, Special Needs | Tagged autism, family vacations, special needs, travel

Autistic Children Five Times More Likely To Be Bullied January 7, 2013

Article at a Glance Around 46% of children with autism reported being bullied within the previous year. Some of the characteristics of autism can make these children easy targets. By increasing understanding and empathy in our children we can help protect those with special needs. Anti-bullying programs have been credited with a recent decrease in … Continue reading “Autistic Children Five Times More Likely To Be Bullied”

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Special Needs | Tagged autism, bullying, school, special needs

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