Halloween can be a magical time for many children as they enjoy choosing their costumes, getting candy and sharing spooky stories. But for many neurodivergent kids, this occasion can cause a great deal of overwhelm and anxiety. As parents and
Back-to-School Anxiety in Neurodivergent Kids: What to Look For
The first few weeks of school can be exciting but also a bit jittery for many children. For neurodivergent children or those who have sensory processing differences, though, this can be a source of intense anxiety. With unfamiliar classmates, new
How to Help Kids with ADHD and Autism Express Gratitude (Without Forcing It)
Gratitude is a wonderful skill to nurture in young children. However, for kids with ADHD and autism, asking them to say “thank you” or using other traditional methods like this don’t always work. For the most part, it has nothing
How to Create a Calm Morning Routine for Kids with ADHD
Picture this! You’re up and moving because you have a million and one things to do but your child starts one thing, gets distracted, forgets what they were doing and moves on to the next thing while you’re trying to
Quick Steps to Take to Help My Child with ADHD And Autism If They Are Being Bullied
Many children with ADHD and autism are unfortunately bullied for various reasons. It’s important to note that your child is not at fault. As educators and teachers, it’s our responsibility to stand up for our children, intervene on their behalf
4 Simple Positive Reinforcement Strategies for a Child with ADHD and Autism
Many children with ADHD and autism also struggle with feelings of anxiety, shame, frustration, loneliness and more as they have a difficult time managing their bodies and emotions. Therefore, it’s important to provide our children with positive reinforcement. When done
What Calms an ADHD Child?
A child with ADHD may feel restless because of various connections between the brain and body. For example, a child might struggle with In other words, it’s important for us to remember that when a child has an excess amount
How to Support an Anxious Child With ADHD
Many children with ADHD also have anxiety. If your child has this combination, it’s important to support them because it can make it harder for them to feel understood and safe with this combination. Having ADHD is not easy for
3 Simple Ways to Keep a Child with ADHD on a Routine Without School Structure
School is great for providing children with structure but this is not always the case when they are at home for the summer holidays. Children with ADHD need a routine during this time for their mental, emotional and behavioral wellbeing.
What Triggers Anger in a Child with ADHD and Autism?
Most children with ADHD and Autism who have angry outbursts rarely do it because they are lazy or not interested in something. It’s usually because of a blend of conditions that challenges them. For example: This is not an exhaustive
