I worked many years in the public school system. There were several children which had social disorders, which affected their behaviors. I also had my own child with Bipolar Disorder, which made it very important for me to research this topic so that I could help her learn to cope. In the research I conducted, as well as the training I participated in, I learned many concepts which I found to be very productive. I want to share those ideas with you. These are some simple tools and techniques which you can easily apply to help your child cope and for you to learn about triggers which lead those behaviors.
From Law & Order SVU's Kathleen Stabler to David Silver on the original Beverly Hills 90210 and Erin Silver (nicknamed "Silver") on the current 90210, TV has featured characters with bipolar disorder. Do any of these characters offer hope that people with bipolar can live happy, productive, law-abiding lives? Listen to find out
How do you help you child cope through being different? At some point in our lives we all feel like we are different from everyone else in the world. No individual is the same. Our uniqueness is part of what makes us interesting. But as a child we do not understand that. But when you have a child struggling with a disability which makes them stand out even more, how do you help them?
I found an interesting book which could help you "Understanding and Helping Your Child Who Doesn't Fit In"...
Social Skills are one of those area's, the school system does not focus on. In most individuals Social skills come naturally. But in people with disabilities, social skills is in a grey area, and these individuals need special training.
I believe that social skills are an area you need to concentrate on teaching people with social disorders; such as Bipolar, Autism, Aspergers and is an area which would help children with disabilities learn to fit in to a degree.
Social Stories are an effective tool to be used for children with behavioral disorders. A social story is basically just a script, which helps the child understand inappropriate behaviors, and to teach them how they what they should do instead. The words are very simple, and to the point.
Sensory Processing Disorder, also known as Sensory Disorder, is not commonly recognized or diagnosed by Doctors. Many times it is diagnosed as ADHD or Autisim. Be aware that many times individuals with Autisim also have Sensory Processing Disorder.
Watch the video of a news broadcast on Sensory Processing Disorder.
Every individual with Sensory Processing Disordersenses things differently then you and I. As a matter of fact, the explanation from each of the individuals with Sensory Processi...
I found this interesting technique for balancing the Cortices.
What are the Cortices? The outer layer of the cerebrum (the cerebral cortex), composed of folded gray matter and playing an important role in consciousness.
You may wonder why it is necessary to balance the cortices. Each side of the brain works independently. The right side of the brain is the more creative side of our brain, while the left side of the brain is the logical side of the brain. If you are left handed, you uti...
Tux Paint is a drawing program. It is a free shareware software program.
Some of the key features to tuxpaint, which make me feel it is an exceptional program for children with disabilities, (especially children with Behavioral Disorders) is the option for sounds. Calming sounds have been incorporated in each drawing technique, which is an incredible feature. I have found that Tux Paint is age appropriate for any age. I even like drawing using the program myself.
When working with people which have social disabilities, such as Autisim, Bipolar, severe ADHD, and maybe ADD, it is important to track information. Documentation is vital when you are trying to learn what triggers an individuals behavior, and trying to determine what works when trying to modify behaviors.
Simple things such as transition are frequently causes for bad behaviors in an individual with Social Disorders, and you want to be able to pick out events which trigger the change in th...
I am a passionate mother and trainer. I have a child which fought with problems socially fitting in with society. My child displayed difficulty understanding her feelings, knowing how to properly communicate the way she was feeling, and how to express those feelings. Does any of this sound familiar to you? Trying to understand your child and trying to help them fit in can be a difficult task. Know that I am no expert, but a mother trying my best to help my child have the sense of belonging, and sharing the research I have found. I hope you find something here which may help you.
to David Silver on the original Beverly Hills 90210 and Erin Silver (nicknamed "Silver") on the current 90210, TV has featured characters with bipolar disorder. Do any of these characters offer hope that people with bipolar can live happy, productive, law-abiding lives? Listen to find out
I am a passionate mother and trainer. I have a child which fought with problems socially fitting in with society. My child displayed difficulty understanding her feelings, knowing how to properly communicate the way she was feeling, and how to express those feelings. Does any of this sound familiar to you? Trying to understand your child and trying to help them fit in can be a difficult task. Know that I am no expert, but a mother trying my best to help my child have the sense of belonging, and sharing the research I have found. I hope you find something here which may help you.