Sensory Overload: How to Recognize and Manage the Symptoms.
Is Sensory Overload really a ‘thing?’ YES. It happens to people with anxiety, autism, ADHD, and other conditions. How to help and prevent sensory overload.
10 Best Visual Timers for Kids with Autism or ADHD
Does your child benefit from a visual reinforcer? Then take a look at these online and other visual timers for kids who have sensory needs.
What is Hyperfixation? How do You Stop Being Hyperfixated on things?
Hyperfixation Lots of teens love video games. Everyone knows that. And many teens, autistic or neurotypical, play video games too often, which can interfere with daily living. That doesn’t necessarily mean that they are hyperfixated on video games. But do you remember the story a few years ago about the young man who died after…
What is Self Regulation? 18 IEP Goals and Accommodations for Self-Regulation Skills
Emotional self-regulation is a necessary executive functioning skill that all kids need to develop. Some will require direct instruction.
7 Audiologist-Recommended Noise Cancelling Headphones for Autism, ADHD, or Anxiety
These cool noise-cancelling headphones can help with Autism or ADHD focus issues, avoid sensory overload and reduce stress. Decibel ratings too.
15 Best Sensory Toys for Adults
Here are some reader-recommended sensory toys for adults, including those with disabilities like autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities.
Autism, ADHD and Daylight Savings Time: Small Time Change, Huge Disruption
How to Successfully Manage Daylight Savings Time in the Neurodivergent Household: Autism | ADHD | Tips for Managing this stressful week (or weeks!)
How to Improve Focus and Attention, Reduce Anxiety: 15 Activities and Foods
15 Activities and Lifestyle Changes you can make to improve focus and attention and decrease anxiety.
10 Best Fidget Toys | Where to Buy Cheap Fidget Toys for School
Best Fidget Toys I recently participated in a local consignment sale. My youngest son had quite the collection of fidget spinners. That was a short-lived trend, wasn’t it? I’m kinda glad it’s over. For him, anyway. But, for some kids with ADHD, Fidget Spinners and Fidget Toys are therapeutic. I just hope that the trend…
5 Popular Stim Toys for Autism or ADHD | Cheap | DIY | Chew
Stim Toys Quality stim toys can be hard to find, since fidget toys and chewy jewelry, or chewelry, is trendy. Even the higher priced ones don’t always promise quality, or the ones with great reviews just aren’t within your budget. Several popular stim toys can be made at home from everyday household objects, or using…
Liar
When your Child Lies As I often begin many articles, I state “this has been coming up in the Facebook group a lot lately.” And, it has. I’m going to try to present this issue (lying and ADHD or other disabilities) as succinctly and unbiased as possible. But, to be honest, it’s very triggering for…
ADHD and Sleep Issues | Best Tips for Everyone to Get a Good Night’s Rest
ADHD and Sleep Have you ever walked into your child’s room to find them sleeping on the floor? I mean, you put them in bed, and you find them curled up on the floor. Or, if you’re like me, you feel like your autistic child is sleeping too much. Raise your hand if you’re a…
Following Directions and Learning Disabilities | Accommodations and Strategies for School and Home
Following Directions Many people — kids and adults — have trouble following directions. They don’t seem to “listen” when they’re asked to do a task, whether it’s taking out the garbage or taking care of a pet. Even if there’s a negative consequence, they don’t do what they’ve been asked to do. Too often for learning disabled…
What is OHI on the IEP? | Understanding Other Health Impairments | ADHD
OHI on the IEP IDEA has 14 eligibility categories for an IEP. One of them is OHI. I find that OHI is one of the most frequently misunderstood one by parents, especially when it comes to ADHD. ADHD is, of course, a learning disability. Parents enter into the process fully expecting their child with ADHD…