Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of those conditions you hear about repeatedly when it comes to explaining the actions of someone who is having a bit of difficulty managing themselves. I’ll give you a rundown on what the general guidelines and suggestions are, as well as just what ADHD is in full definition so …
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One thing you should know is that acting tough and being tough are two completely different things. When you tell a child to act tough, they will walk around with their chest puffed out, maybe put on an act, or even grow an attitude with others. Whatever it may be, telling a child to act …
Everyone wants the best for their child, but not everyone knows how to go about it. Most want to go by their instincts, but what’s truly the best way to go about instilling personal development into a growing and learning young kid? Well, there’s a type of parenting that’s been making waves recently and has …
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We all want the best for our children, and so because of that, we try to get them started on their education early. Can you do the same for toddlers, though? After all, they can’t even talk, much less read or do basic math. Well, there are ways to make sure your child can really …
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It’s normal for someone to doubt themself. If anything, it’s a good thing to an extent. It’s necessary for one to recognize their own limits and when it’s time to throw in the towel. With adults, a normal amount of doubt is healthy and a sign of an understanding of oneself. The same can’t really …
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Ever heard of PDA? No, not Public Displays of Affection. I’m talking about Pathological Demand Avoidance. I wouldn’t be surprised if you haven’t, as it’s a relatively new diagnosis that isn’t actually recognized by the DSM-5, but it’s considered by experts to affect a subset of people on the autism spectrum. People of the autistic …
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as ADHD, is described by the CDC as “one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or …
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Parenting isn’t easy, and parenting a child with special needs is an even more difficult feat, even if you know what you’re doing from day one, you also need to know what not to do with an autistic child. The most an expecting mother can do is anticipate the arrival of a child that may …
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PDA, or Pathological Demand Avoidance, is a real condition that affects a good chunk of the population. If you’ve never heard of it, that’s fair, as it’s a relatively new diagnosis. It’s essentially a form of anxiety that comes through in the form of purposefully avoiding people, places, activities, things, and even ideas that may …
Children are born self-centered. That’s a fact of life. The problem, however, is getting them to grow out of that sort of behavior. It’s up to the parent to show them the path to becoming a functioning, empathetic adult. It’s also the parent’s job to bring the child happy memories and to show them that …
