The Big Bang Theory made being a nerd cool! Well, if not cool, then at least adorable. This hilarious sitcom is about to premier its seventh season and the complete sixth season is now available on DVD.
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The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – Combo Pack
Memorable stories have their roots Deep in the Hundred Acre Wood. That’s where Christopher Robin and his friends (Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, Piglet, Rabbit, Kanga, Roo, Owl, and others) play and live. This new edition of the classic 1977 film is...
MoreThe Rise of Inclusion Education in the United States
The United States education landscape has evolved substantially over the past 50 years. Issues of civil rights — some of which the landmark Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education addressed — and the government’s role in...
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The holidays are coming early to SpecialNeeds..com. We’re giving away a $25 Gift Card to iHop.
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MoreNavigating Types of Special Needs Trusts
Special needs trusts generally fall into one of two categories, and the treatment and effect of any given trust varies depending on which kind of trust is involved. This has led to a tremendous amount of confusion and, in some cases, a...
MoreAD/HD: Knowledge Is Power
Since knowledge is power, it’s worth staying informed about some of the latest AD/HD research findings. Here are a few of my favorites, which combine an “oh duh” component with a dash of “what a good idea.”
MoreIASO (Immature Adrenaline Systems Over-reactivity), AKA Aggressive Behavior
Aggressive or violent behavior can be a very difficult and discouraging issue to manage, especially for special needs parents and caregivers. Violent behaviors hinder progress in IEPs, in learning plans, and in becoming mature in personal...
MoreSpecial Needs App of the Day: ArtikPix
ArtikPix is an exciting new app that helps students practice words and articulations. Ideal for students with speech and sound delays, the app is a fun way for children to practice speech.
MoreWhen is it Attention Deficit Disorder?
Attention deficit disorder, commonly called ADD amongst the general public, is a disorder characterized by distractibility, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Attention deficit disorder is the same as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder...
MoreOccupational Therapy
Occupational therapy’s purpose is to assist clients so they can participate in activities of daily life. Pediatric occupational therapists work in a variety of settings and within various systems. Some examples include: pediatric intensive care...
MoreConference Watch: Jed Baker Speaks Thursday, October 25th in West Nyack, NY
Because SpecialNeeds.com is based in California, some people think we tend to ignore the O.C. (That’s Other Coast, of course, not Orange County.) But that’s not so. Here’s an event we think is of interest, and it’s...
MoreLeaning on CHADD – San Fernando Valley
A mother’s desperate call regarding her son who was given detention every single day of the week. A frazzled email from young parents about their daughter’s recent diagnosis. A skeptical father who doesn’t even know if ADHD is...
MoreThe Individual Education Plan
Federal and state law mandate a free appropriate public education tailored to the unique needs of the student. Many parents have come to know this free appropriate public education as the painfully traumatic Individual Educational Plan, or IEP...
MoreAgency Spotlight: Leaning on CHADD
A mother’s desperate call regarding her son who was given detention every single day of the week. A frazzled email from young parents about their daughter’s recent diagnosis. A skeptical father who doesn’t even know if ADHD is...
MoreDiagnosing and Treating ADD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of the most common neuro-biologic health conditions seen in school-age children through the adult years. ADHD is not lazy, spoiled kids; it is identified brain chemistry and neurologic pathway that...
MoreThe Role of Medication in Treating Special Needs Children
Medications and nutritional supplements have an important role in the treatment of special needs children and adults. Medications are one component of a multimodal treatment approach. The psychiatrist is an integral part of an interdisciplinary...
MoreVisual Processing and the Special Need Child
“My son has been diagnosed ADHD and OCD, might be bipolar, and he is having the hardest time socially and academically. His school said to have his eyes examined, even though our pediatrician reported 20/20 and healthy eyes. The pediatric...
MoreWhy and When to Choose a Non Public School
The “Three R’s” are a well-worn cliché of education, and often the traditional neighborhood school will meet your child’s needs. But if you think your special needs child needs more help than their district school is providing, or the district is...
MoreTransition Plans Matter
Transition plans are a vital part of an IEP document for any student over the age of sixteen. In California, the state law requires that no later than age sixteen, a student’s IEP must include appropriate, measurable post-secondary goals and...
MoreSpecial Education Advocacy and Charter Schools
Operating pursuant to a charter granted either by a local educational or the State Board of Education, charter schools are primary or secondary schools created by interested agencies and individuals and receive public money for the students who...
MoreEducational Remediation From the Brain Stem Up: An Interview With Anna Buck
Paula: Anna, I’m excited to interview you. It gives me a chance to publicly thank you for the help you gave my children and to let others know there’s healing available for kids who struggle! Could you tell us a little about Anna’s House?...
MoreSusie Bean Helps Families with Special Needs
Dr. R. Layla Salek knows firsthand the financial strain that families experience when struggling to help a loved one with mental illness or autism. As the daughter of a mother diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Dr. Salek ‘s passion for working with...
MoreSpecial Needs App of the Day: Tap Tap Baby
Tap Tap Baby for iPad is a great app for children who experience severe developmental delays and/or fine motor difficulties. It features a total of six games, including a monkey face that goes through a range of emotions, a xylophone game...
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