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Just read an article on a new approach for dealing with autism in Therapist.com. Task driven steps. One professor had an autistic student who was always interrupting the class by talking loudly. He gave the student the task of looking up things he talked about while he lectured, which gave the student an additional function […]
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Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
I have over the years, had some parents who struggle with an unruly child. It can be difficult to see what is the best approach. Is it something unstoppable, or is it something that can be fixed? If so, what path should you take? I found this publication recently on Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD): Symptoms, […]
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What does it mean to be 2SLGBTQ+?
In my counselling practice, I have many 2SLGBTQ+ clients, and I realise that many of us struggle to keep up with what all the terms mean, and how to communicate with people in the community. I found a Government of Canada webpage that gives basic summaries on What is 2SLGBTQI+?, and a reference What does […]
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Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder
I work with many adult clients who are on the spectrum for autism. There are different approaches for adults than children, and this article highlights some of the issues, and provides some solutions.
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How to hold a relationship together
I just read a fantastic article on simple questions that help keep relationships fuzed together. All easy stuff that we may take for granted but may fall away from as daily tasks take precedence. See the full article.
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How children process grief
One of the most heart-breaking things is a child in grief. Children don’t process emotions like adults do, but there are many ways you can help your child avoid long-term impacts. See this article for tips on what to do.
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Help your kids perform tasks
Just read a new article on helping your kids persist at tasks they resist. Good reading for parents.
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Communication skills
Communication is a skill we need every day, yet many of us wrestle with how to do it well. It’s worth the time it takes to learn more about how to use it. See this article for tips.
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5 tips to help families talk about war in Ukraine
Ukraine is on everyone’s mind right now, and families are dealing with anxiety and depression because of it. Take a look at this story giving tips on how to discuss it.
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Anger management for parents
With our lives so busy and our time so short these days, getting angry can be a short fuse away. See this article for some good tips on dealing with anger within your family.
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