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Help for Kids with Special Education Needs -- and Their Families:
Tips, Strategies, Possibilities

Whatever special needs or special education or behavioral issues you and your child are dealing with, you must remember, that you are not the first persons or families to have grappled with these issues. That should offer both comfort, and the promise of experience and advise to help you.

We have assembled a series of articles, insights, explanations, and suggestions to help you rethink your problems, reframe your questions, and find new directions to seek help for your child and your family.

Please look at these subject titles, and explore the information our experts and friends can offer you. None of this information is offered as definitive help or advise for your particular needs, but it will surely offer you food for thought and a possible professional help direction to pursue.

ADD/ADHD ADHD and Attention Deficit Unmasked Should I medicate my child who has been diagnosed with ADHD? Parenting my ADHD Child "is Killing Me" -- Why such feelings? ADHD and Its Implications A Letter to Children with Attention Deficit Disorders Help Children with ADHD Learn More Easily Helping a Child with ADHD Follow Directions Brain Training exercises to help Children with ADHD ADHD Children--What If There Really Isn't Anything Wrong? Post-secondary and Transition Programs for Young Adults with ADHD Heredity and ADHD Strategies to Decrease the Effects of ADHD on your Child The Biology of ADD / ADHD What is a Psychoeducational Evaluation? Effects of Nutritional Supplements in Children with ADHD School Organizational Skills for Kids with Learning Disabilities Test Prep and Study Skills for LD Kids and Teens Learning And Teaching Social Skills The Facts on ADHD Coaching Choosing a Tutor Parent Revolution to Beat Dyslexia and LD Help Children with LD Become Successful Adults How to Cope with ADHD in your Children How is ADD Diagnosed? Test Stress and the "At-Risk" Student Homeschooling A Right-Brained, Visual Learner? School Placement, and the Changing Climate of Adolescence School Support for LD and ADD Learners How to Prepare your LD Student for College How LD Assessment and Diagnosis Can Help Your Child Are Team Sports Good for Special Needs Kids? High School Presents Challenges for Students with Learning Differences What are the early signs of ADD or ADHD? Are Side Effects of ADHD Drugs Worse than ADHD Symptoms? Dealing Successfully with a Distractible Child A Special Education Success Story With Add and ADHD Note Taking Skills for Kids with Learning Differences

Bullying and Kids with Special Needs Bullying May Violate Disabled Child’s Civil Rights

Physical Injuries and Therapy What is Traumatic Brain Injury -- TBI? TBI and Learning Disabilities

Special Needs Advocacy How to Make Mainstreaming and Inclusion Work for Kids with Special Needs Mothers Advocating Successfully for Their Children Should You Hold Your Child Back a Grade? Is Your Child Struggling in School or With Homework? Is Your School District Providing the Right Type and Amount of Support? How to Prepare for -- and Manage -- IEP Meetings to Help Your Child Arts and Smarts: The Correlation between the Arts and Grades Make Your Child's IEP Work for Her or Him! Will Anti-bullying laws in the workplace be fair people with special needs? Special Education Discipline within the School Setting The Art of Letting Go -- Aspergers / LD students Living on Their Own or At School Traveling with Special Needs Children The Journey of a Mother & Attorney Through the Maze of Autism Advocating for Your Child Who is Having Trouble Learning Special Education Advocacy 101: What Every Parent Needs to Know What Steps Should I Take If I Am Unhappy With My Child's Progress Towards His IEP Goals? How Should a Parent Prepare for and Participate in a CSE meeting? What Can You Do if You Do Not Agree with the School District's Evaluations of Your Child? Is Your Child’s Behavior Affecting His/her Education? What to Do if Your Child is Suspended from School What is a Functional Behavior Assessment "FBA" and Why do I Need One? What to Look for in an Educational Consultant What Can a School Psychologist Do for Your Child? School Placement, and the Changing Climate of Adolescence At Risk Teen Behavior -- Find the Right Program for Your Teen Warning Signs: What to be Wary of When Choosing an Educational Consultant Leaving Residential Treatment with the Right Attitude Drug Use Prevention How to Keep your Child in a General Education Classroom Ten Tips for Dealing with Your Learning Disabled Child Twice Exceptional Children: LD and Gifted, and what to Do Help! My Child Has No Friends Good News for Gifted and Exceptional Children Overcrowding the Special Needs Classroom with Adults

Parenting Skills and Issues Self-Motivation: The Root of Success Against All Odds Helping You and Your Child Express Feelings Constructively What We Can Teach Kids AFTER We Learn and Live the Lessons Ourselves Beginning With the End in Mind: Teaching Your Child Conceptual Skills What Every Parent Struggles With: Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance How an Emotionally Connected Family Helps Your Child Succeed in All Areas Mothers Advocating Successfully for Their Children How to Avoid Power Struggles with Your Children Your Blackberry Can Interfere with Your Relationship with Your Child What Every Parent Struggles With: Self-Esteem and Self-Acceptance How to Help Your Child Overcome Shyness How Much is Too Much Screen Time for Your Child? Good Communication Facilitates Healing for an At Risk Child or Teen How Parents Communicate Self-esteem Expand Your Self Confidence-- And Help Your Self and Your Child! Attachment and Attachment Disorders: All About Building relationships Improve Your Brain at Any Age by Sharpening Your Cognitive Skills Learning independent Living Skills at Home: Give your child a net, not a fish How to Become a Good Stepfather Stepmothers Deserve Support and Respect Parent Alienation Syndrom -- How to Avoid It Hurting You and Your Child Family / Parent Coaching -- The Good News Conscious Parenting Hey, Coach! Support for Struggling Parents od At Risk Teens What to DO for a Child or Teen who Whines Managing Anxiety Kids Need to Learn How to Fail Sometimes The Psychology of Trauma

Assessment and Evaluation What is a Psychoeducational Evaluation? The Proposed Elimination of Asperger's As a Legitimate Medical Diagnosis The Gender Gap in Learning Disabilities Diagnosis The Impact of Learning Disabilities on the Self When to Consider Psychoeducational Testing, and What to Expect from an Educational Assessment Why Cognitive Skills Testing is Every Parent's First Step to Understanding Learning Struggles Response to Intervention (RTI) – A new way to identify LD? Assessing for a Language Learning Disability (LLD) Identify Reading Disabilities Early in the Game Help Struggling Learners Overcome Their Problems: Identify and Assess the Problems First! Learning is a Legal Right: When Learning Needs to be Assessed... Ten Signs...Might your Child Have Learning Differences and Benefit from some Help? Have you Child'd Cognitive Skills Tested to Determine the Right Way to Help Him or Her Learn More Easily Understanding Executive Function Skills What Can a School Psychologist Do for Your Child? How LD Assessment and Diagnosis Can Help Your Child Education Testing Standards Aren't Standard Across States -- and are Misleading IQ scores are not the sole predictors of Academic Accomplishment or Success in LIfe New Tests of Cognitive and Learning Abilities for Children, Teens, and Young Adults The HISTORY of IQ: One number that changed the world… LD Assessments May be Tax Deductible Can That be Right? Autism and IQ OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) in Children and Teens

Psychoeducational Testing and Accommodations for LD Kids, Teens, and Adults How to effectively seek out a Psychoeducational Evaluation for Accommodations on High Stakes Tests

At Risk Teens / School and Program Placement / Drug and Alcohol Addiction Understanding Adolescent Addiction Sexting and Teens Choosing a Post-Secondary Education for Your LD Student Why Wilderness Programs Work Salvia Addiction -- What to Watch for, What to Do Teen Dating Violence -- What You Can Do to Protect Your Child Young Adult Addiction Problem - What Parents Can Do Hey, Coach! Support for Struggling Parents of At Risk Teens When Conveniences and Technology Can Pose Distractions during Residential Treatment Can You or YOur Child be Addicted to Facebook? Twelve Step Recovery for At Risk Teens Abusive Dating Relationships Therapeutic Camps for LD Kids and Teens What to Do if Your Child is Suspended from School What to Look for in an Educational Consultant Teen Transport and Escort: How it Works What to Do When Your Child is Arrested Test Stress and the At-Risk Students At Risk Teen Behavior -- Find the Right Program for Your Teen How Teens Get Addicted to Cold Medicine Teens, Pornography, and Sexual Addiction Special Needs College Worksheet The Risks of Teen Drinking 10 Signs of Alcoholism Is Your Teen a Compulsive Gambler? How to Become a Good Stepfather Addiction and Denial Involving Families in Teen Recovery Programs What is an Alternative School? Managing Arguments with Teens Wilderness Programs for At Risk Teen Girls Leaving Residential Treatment with the Right Attitude Drug Use Prevention Helping Your Teen Get Through an Abusive Relationship How Teen Treatment Differs from Adult Treatment How to Parent Your Teens with Love and Respect The Art of Letting Go -- Aspergers / LD students Living on Their Own or At School

Autism and Aspergers Syndrome From Devastation to Acceptance to Advocacy: The Journey of a Mother & Attorney Through the Maze of Autism The Proposed Elimination of Asperger's As a Legitimate Medical Diagnosis Reframing social situations to Help Aspergers young adults acquire life skills What is Aspergers Syndrome? Alternative Treatment for Children with Autism and / or CP Games and Pretend Play at an Early Age Can Improve I.Q., Language and Social Skills Student With Asperger's Overcomes Obstacles and Acclimate to College Understanding Nonverbal Learning Disability (NLD or NVLD) "I Am an Apple" -- Aspergers / LD students in the Conventional Learning World Children with Asperger's Syndrome: Characteristics/Learning Styles and Intervention Strategies How to Cope with Your Child's Asperger's Diagnosis How Brain Training Can Help a Child with Autism / PDD Nutritional Treatments For Children With Symptoms Along The Autistic Spectrum Brain Wave Therapy and Autism Treatment Therapeutic Camps for LD Kids and Teens Special Education Advocacy 101: What Every Parent Needs to Know Learning And Teaching Social Skills What to Look for in an Educational Consultant Overview of Augmentative Communication Considerations The Art of Letting Go -- Aspergers / LD students Living on Their Own or At School High School Presents Challenges for Students with Learning Differences How Much Therapy Is Good For Your Autistic Child? Early Indicators of Autism Dolphins and Children with Autism Communicate the Same Way Five Different Types of Autism What are the Options for Aspergers Treatment? Dealing with Aggressive Behavior in Children with Aspergers Can That be Right? Autism and IQ Transition to Adult Skills for Teens with Aspergers Therapy for Children with ASD's /Autism

Choosing a School, Program, or Camp for your LD Child School Placement, and the Changing Climate of Adolescence How to Choose a Summer Camp for Your LD Child The Perfect Coach for your Son

College and College Preparation Choosing a Post-Secondary Education for Your LD Student The Right College Match for Your LD Student What can I do to help my Learning Disabled Son or Daughter Prepare for College? How to Prepare Your LD Student for College Exceptional Students Experience College The Art of Letting Go -- Aspergers / LD students Living on Their Own or At School Test Stress and the At-Risk Student School Placement, and the Changing Climate of Adolescence High School Presents Challenges for Students with Learning Differences How to Write the Five Paragraph Essay

Reading Skills and Reading and Math Comprehension -- Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Your Child How Multisensory Reading Programs Help Struggling Readers Learn Choosing a Reading Specialist Speech-Language and Reading - Connections Demystified What does Reading Comprehension Require of Your Child? Reading Fluency and Your Child Guessing Words or Reading: Decoding and Reading Skills Why Reading is Not a Natural Process Speech-Language and Reading - Connections Demystified Davis Dyslexia Correction Explained The Orton Gillingham Method Explained The Wilson Reading System for Childen with Learning Disabilities Brain Training : Prevent the "Summer Slide" The Secrets of Good Spelling Teaching Math to Children withe Dyscalculia and other LDs The 90 minute investment that could change your child's life forever Early Intervention for Reading Problems: the Reading Gap Building Better Readers Understanding Dyslexia and Your Child How Cognitive Skills Therapy can Improve Your Child's Reading Music Can Make Learning Fun and Engaging for Children with LD Maybe It's Dyslexia... The Theory Behind Davis Dyslexia Correction Methods Reading Readiness and Concept Imagery Teaching "Attentive Listening" Dyslexia Myths De-bunked Teaching a Child to Read Dyslexia-- What it is and What it Isn't A Dyslexia IQ Test - Misconceptions about Dyslexia Diagnosis Learning Styles: Educating a Child the Way He (and not someone else!) Should be Educated Risk Factors: What to Watch for in Problem Readers Does My Child Need "Training in Phonological Awareness" When to Begin Teaching a Child to Read Speech Language Intervention Services in School Today The Truth About Dyslexia Teaching Reading to Dyslexics Phonemic Awareness Necessary for Solving Reading and Spelling Problems, Including Dyslexia Teaching Reading to Dyslexics A Path to Success: Using a Public Health Model to Create Reading Programs Imagery: The Sensory Cognitive Connection for Math The Arrowsmith Program and Correcting Learning Dysfunction When Children Have Trouble with Writing Skills The Importance of Detecting Dyslexia Early Can You Teach Your Child to Love Reading?

Acquiring Learning Skills, Study Skills Train Your Child to Improve Her Learning Skills Intervention through Appropriate Skills Testing and Training can Enhance your Child's Intelligence Tutoring vs. Brain Training: A Parent's Guide to Making the Right Choice Memory and Learning: How to Make Things Stick! Getting Good HOmework Skills -- as a Parent, You Can Help! Help Your Child Organize His Binder -- and Organize his School Work Good Students Benefit from Brain Training, Too. Journal Writing and Reflection...Keys to Growth" Help YOur Child Get His Homework Done with Minimal Stress Summer and Vacation Learning Opportunities Prevention Skills -- Study Skills for Children 7 Ways to Reignite Your Child's Love for Learning Why Wait? Why Not Help Your Struggling Learner Now? Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten? Learning: the Two Forms that are Rarely Distinguished Cognitive Training unlocks easier learning Make Winter Break a Relaxed Learning Time for Your Child Excessive and Pointless Homework Assignments Can Cause Children great Frustration Physical and Mental Wellness Promote Student Academic Success

Homeschooling LD Kids Homeschooling software for Learning Disabilities like CAPD Homeschooling A Right-Brained, Visual Learner? How to Homeschool your Child for Free Homeschool Financial Education Tips Making Time For Learning

Speech Therapy and Communictaions What is Speech Therapy, and How Can it Help Your Child? Speech Language Intervention Services in School Today Word Finding Disorder in Children NIHL -- Hearing Loss How to Find the Right Speech Therapist--What to ASk, What you Need to Know Treatment Options for Vocal Nodules in Children Conversation, Social Skills, and Pragmatic Speech Disorders: Can a Speech Therapist Help? Strategies to Increase Effective use of Aided Communication Help Your Child Articulate Correctly Literacy for Students with Complex Communication Needs When to be Concerned about Your Child's Speech and Language Development It's Summer, Now What: Maintaining Speech Therapy Progress Over the Summer Months Music Therapy for Your Child's Speech and Language Issues Strategies to Help when Dealing with Paperwork, Giving Presentations or Reading Lengthy Material Sensory Motor Therapy and the Role of the Speech Language Pathologist Living and Working with a Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)

Transition Programs and Gap Year Programs Bridging the Gap: Students on Spectrum Find Hope After High School Learning Disability vs. Learning Difference: How to Avoid Conflict in the Workplace and Postsecondary Settings Finding Jobs for People with Asperbers Syndrome How to Look for a Job if You are Disabled How Parents Can Provide to Children with LD who are Transitioning to College Mental Health Vs. Your Job?

Learning Strategies and Tutoring for Special Needs Does My Child Need Tutoring Help or Does He Need Treatment for a Learning Disability? Reading Readiness and Concept Imagery Brain Training Games a Parent Can Play with His Child to enhance Cognitive Skills Games and Toys that Teach Your Child Cognitive Skills What is a Psychoeducational Evaluation? Visual Learning Skills Help Kids with LD Choosing a Tutor An Alternative to Tutoring... Tips for Finishing Homework Faster Speech Language Intervention Services in School Today Back-to-school help for kids with ADD/ADHD Can you homeschool your child with CAPD successfully? What to Look for in a Learning Specialist for your Child Beyond Ritalin: Cognitive Skills Training for Kids with ADD/ADHD High School Presents Challenges for Students with Learning Differences Strategies for Motivating Students to Learn Teaching Reading to Dyslexics A Path to Success: Using a Public Health Model to Create Reading Programs A Special Education Success Story With Add and ADHD Tutoring: A Process, Not a Cure

Software for Teaching Kids with Special Needs Homeschooling A Right-Brained, Visual Learner? Reading Help When Phonics Fail

Special Needs Therapy The Benefits of Educational Therapy Teaching a Child to Read Common Roadblocks When Beginning a Home Speech and Language Therapy Program Living and Working with a Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) Torticollis Questions and Answers for Parents Karate Can Help Kids with Special Needs Parent Revolution to Beat Dyslexia or Learning Disabilities Inclusion and the Special Ed Student -- Who Benefits? Sensory Motor Therapy and the Role of the Speech Language Pathologist When to be Concerned about Your Child's Speech and Language Development Auditory Verbal Therapy Music Therapy for Children with Special Needs Speech Language Intervention Services in School Today Overview of Augmentative Communication Considerations

Special Needs Law and Legal Advocacy Special Education Advocacy 101: What Every Parent Needs to Know The ABCs of IEPs: Drafting the IEP Right of Parents to Seek Reimbursement for Private Education for Special Needs Children The Journey of a Mother & Attorney Through the Maze of Autism A Guide to Disability Law and Special Education A Letter of Intent for Estate Planning Needs Choosing the Right Guardian for your Children Building an Educational Consulting Practice Taking Food Allergies to School

 

 

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