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Neuroplasticity Across Disabilities: The Science of Brain Change in Children with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Stroke
Research > Brain Science

Neuroplasticity Across Disabilities: The Science of Brain Change in Children with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Stroke

By Emily Thompson
...Neuroplasticity. Your child's neurologist mentions it....parent support group says it's why early intervention matters....intervention matters. But here's what gets confusing: you're...principles show up in your child's life, and what you can realistically...diagnosis. The Mechanism That Applies to Everyone. Neuroplasticity...Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to reorganize itself...
When Studies Disagree: How to Make Sense of Conflicting Research as a Special Needs Parent
News > Research

When Studies Disagree: How to Make Sense of Conflicting Research as a Special Needs Parent

By Grace Lee
...bring it to your child's next appointment. Then...to your child's next appointment. Then you find...disagreement isn't a sign that science is broken. It's a sign...science is broken. It's a sign that science...broken. It's a sign that science is working exactly as...decisions now. Here's how to navigate research...don't mean someone's lying or incompetent....
Uncover Financial Aid Opportunities Available for Special Needs
Financial > Scholarships

Uncover Financial Aid Opportunities Available for Special Needs

By Emily Roberts
...requirements and application processes....into account the applicant's financial...account the applicant's financial situation,...also consider an applicant's passion...consider an applicant's passion and dedication...excels in computer science could potentially...typically look at the applicant's financial...at the applicant's financial situation...for families of children with special needs,...
Special Needs App of the Day: DTT Shapes
Assistive Tech > Apps

Special Needs App of the Day: DTT Shapes

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
DTT Shapes is an app developed by Dr. Gary...psychologist — this app is not a toy or a typical...a toy or a typical children's game, but rather...a typical children's game, but rather it...teaching method used in Applied Behavior Analysis...is used mostly for children with autism and ADHD,...The shapes in this app include: Circle...
Summer Fun for Families with Special Needs Kids
Social Engagement > Community Living

Summer Fun for Families with Special Needs Kids

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...days of summer approach, most of...maximize your child's success over...special needs children in mind are fun...kids. Try Shane's Inspiration in...Avenue and Aidan's Place in West...and Peter Bing Children's Garden at the...Bing Children's Garden at the...paradise for children who love water,...Kidspacemuseum.org California Science Center's new...science Center's new "Ecosystems"...
Songwriting for Children with Autism
Therapies > Music

Songwriting for Children with Autism

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...when I started working with children who were diagnosed with autism....enough, you're bound to find an approach that works. My songs...individual goal from a student's IEP or a classroom objective...learn and remember. There's no real science...remember. There's no real science...
Avoiding Obesity in Kids with Special Needs
Special Needs > General Special Needs

Avoiding Obesity in Kids with Special Needs

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...typically developing children and children with...developing children and children with special needs....Illinois at Chicago's Department of Disability...Development College of Applied Health Sciences,...Applied Health Sciences, children with disabilities...Health Sciences, children with disabilities...disability, their children cannot be physically...fit their child's special needs. One...
Brain Connectivity and Cerebral Palsy: Why More Isn't Always Better
Research > Brain Science

Brain Connectivity and Cerebral Palsy: Why More Isn't Always Better

By Emily Thompson
...that assumption over. Children with cerebral palsy...brain connectivity in children with spastic CP, measuring...assessments of each child's motor function. Children...child's motor function. Children with more widespread...those assessments. Children with more focused,...results, and that's exactly what families...Means for Your Child's Experience. This is...
How Executive Function Shapes Learning: What Parents Need to Know About the Brain Science Behind Reading, Math, and Organization
Research > Brain Science

How Executive Function Shapes Learning: What Parents Need to Know About the Brain Science Behind Reading, Math, and Organization

By Emily Thompson
...that governs effort or willpower. It's happening in three interconnected systems...the result isn't a lack of effort. It's a neurodevelopmental difference that...Executive function isn't a single skill. It's three distinct but overlapping processes...mind long enough to complete them. It's also what allows a...
Spring Break Family Activities
Lifestyle > Recreation

Spring Break Family Activities

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...arrived...and that means it's time for some adventures! I...going to lunch at the Woolworth's lunch counter. Other adventures...of course, to the Museum of Science and Industry. Once I had my...Industry. Once I had my own children, no longer living in Chicago...the state capital or to Sutter's Fort, Indian Grinding Rock State...
May Flowers
Lifestyle > Recreation

May Flowers

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
...afternoon making flowers for a Mother's day gift. If they are more interested...gift. If they are more interested in science they may enjoy making a white carnation...watering flowers in the garden. Mother's Day Flowers I love any craft that...paper on a flat surface and have the children trace their hands on several colors....
BPA Contributes to Learning Difficulties
Health > Treatment

BPA Contributes to Learning Difficulties

By SpecialNeeds.com Editor
A study reported in Science Daily confirms that the...disruptor, BPA mimics the body's own hormones leading to...of health problems in children, including memory loss,...responses, and sensory issues. Children are more vulnerable to...professor in biomedical sciences and Bond Life Sciences...Sciences and Bond Life Sciences investigator. “We know...

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