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.

 

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Body Talk Your Brain

Posted by Diana Barraugh on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, In : Calming Techniques 



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...


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Tux Paint Drawing Program (Great free drawing program for children with Disabilities

Posted by Diana Barraugh on Sunday, November 7, 2010, In : Calming Techniques 



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.

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About Me


Diana Barraugh 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.

 

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