Learning Disabiity
ADHD Symptoms in Girls Versus Boys
My oldest son’s ADHD symptoms were well understood, and he was diagnosed with ADHD early. By the time he was in kindergarten, he was already
October 13, 2022
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My oldest son’s ADHD symptoms were well understood, and he was diagnosed with ADHD early. By the time he was in kindergarten, he was already
Covid-19 and the associated Long COVID Syndrome have changed our lives in many ways. Things we used to take for granted, such as going to
Having an emergency preparedness plan in your IEP is essential. It was March 2018; the horrific school shooting in Parkland had happened a month before.
My husband and I have been married for 24 years. We have three children with various disabilities. Our sons have Autism, and two kids have
Being able to have a conversation with someone is something we might take for granted. In most cases, we can ask someone how their day
Ho, ho, oh….no. Things can get really busy now that the holidays are here. Not only are you in charge of taking care of their
Holiday traditions for the sensory-sensitive can mean some small changes to your usual holidays. ‘Tis the season to be….overwhelmed. While many people look forward to
If you or your child has a developmental disability, you may be eligible for a Medicaid Waiver. But what exactly are waivers? What do they
If you have a child with a disability, planning early and ahead for their future transition into adulthood is very important. In this article, I
At the end of every IEP meeting lately, I find myself asking why this process has to be so difficult. After all, we are supposed
When parenting children with different needs, it’s common for a parent to wonder if you give each child enough time and attention. This often becomes
Autistic healthcare needs are largely ignored by the healthcare system. Below is one mother’s account of her experiences. Just getting blood-drawn makes your blood boil
A Parent’s Guide to Autistic Meltdowns Read more from Suzanne Shaft Suzanne is a fierce advocate for her children and has done much to
Preparing for an IEP can be a stressful time for a parent. Here are some key questions parents ask about preparing for their child’s IEP.
Parents dread IEP meetings and often do not know how to prepare and advocate for the best interests of their children. Parent expert Suzanne shares a very important strategy and secret weapon in creating a paper trail the Prior Written Notice, provided by the school and protected by the IDEA law.
A new autism diagnosis can be overwhelming. Parents who have been through this before, have unique experiences to help other parents. Here are one Mom’s
The why, the when and the how of guardianship for your child The rules of Guardianship may vary a little bit from state to state.