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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

Dads Matter: How Working Dads Can Bond With Their Kids at Every Age February 15, 2022

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Bonding for working dads is challenging, but not impossible.
Bonding is more about quality than quantity.
Look for creative ways to bond with children of all ages.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged bonding, childhood, dad, kids, memories, parenting

My child is in a confidence slump. What is going on? January 27, 2022

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Understanding childhood milestones will help identify why your child is in a confidence slump.
It may be difficult to reach your teen who struggles, but it is not impossible.
Provide opportunities and teaching moments to help build confidence.

Posted in Healthy Living for Kids, Pediatric Articles, School | Tagged confidence, kids, middle childhood, parenting, self-esteem, teens, tweens

Resilience Series Part 2: Keep Things in Perspective February 4, 2021

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Keeping a broader perspective in mind can help children and teens persevere through hard times.
Sharing different examples or experiences or can bring hope for the future.
Resilience is a skill, and like any skill, it can be strengthened through practice.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Teens | Tagged adulthood, anxiety, kids, pandemic, parenting, perspective, resilience, stress, trauma

Resilience Series Part 1: Letting It Go January 7, 2021

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Teaching children and teens to evaluate situations will help alleviate stress and build resilience.
Being proactive and discussing potential sources of anxiety can help in future decision making.
Resilience is a skill, and like any skill, it can be strengthened through practice.

Posted in Child Behavior, Parenting Articles & Tips, Teens | Tagged adulthood, anxiety, change, depression, disappointment, kids, parenting, parenting tips, resilient, skills, stress, teens, trauma

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