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A Guide to Discussing Your Child’s Disability

Whether your child is coping with a physical, intellectual, or psychological difference, talking about his (or her) disability is important. Your child will naturally look to you for insight and support as he navigates the world, so you’ll need to be prepared to act as his guide, even if you don’t have a disability yourself. Knowing how to ...

The “Use It or Lose It” Effect: Research Reveals That IQ Can Fluctuate

Though we rely on our intelligence every day, the exact nature of intelligence remains poorly understood. Researchers are unsure of how to best define intelligence and how many different “types” of intelligence there might be. There’s also been a great deal of debate over the plasticity of the mind. In the past, most people assumed that one’s level ...

Is Dysgraphia a Learning Disability? The Handwriting Disorder Explained

Do you have difficulty writing legibly or remembering how to spell common words, no matter how much you practice? You aren’t alone: Frequently struggling to form letters by hand – or express your ideas in writing – may mean you’re one of the 4% of adults who have dysgraphia. This little-known learning disability can affect multiple aspects of written coherence, even ...

How To Raise Compassionate Children In A Dangerous World

As most parents realize all too well, we’re living in violent times. From gang and terrorist activity to the prevalence of violence in video games and TV shows, everywhere we look today we’re confronted with aggression. Understandably, many parents find themselves worrying that it may not be possible to raise caring, compassionate children within such an environment. While ...

How To Tell Your Child That He Has Autism

https://www.psy-ed.com/wpblog/autism-treatment-programs/Parents of children on the autism spectrum often balk at breaking the news of a diagnosis to their son or daughter; after all, while they know that they will always love and accept their autistic child because of, and not in spite of, who he (or she) is, there's no way to be sure ...