For Sensory Processing Disorder Kiddos and Their Parents
ADHD and rewards can be closely connected, especially when a child is expected to stay focused while waiting for something motivating to happen. If your child seems much more motivated when a reward is immediate but struggles to stay engaged when the payoff is far away, research into the ADHD brain may offer some insight…
The Gym1 is an indoor doorway gym that gives children opportunities to swing, climb, hang and move without requiring a permanent play structure. It combines several types of gross motor equipment into one compact setup, making it especially interesting for families and professionals looking for ways to encourage movement indoors. Gym1 Kids with Indoor Swing,…
Low hand strength can impact a number of things… for students, it can make it difficult to grasp a writing utensil like a pencil, using scissors or fastening clothing and other items. Try these 10 hand strengthening activities that will ultimately help your child with their handwriting and other classroom and home skills. CLICK TO…
Understanding how children process sensory information can help parents and professionals make sense of behaviors that may otherwise seem confusing. Sensory Integration and the Child by A. Jean Ayres is a foundational book that introduced many parents and professionals to the idea that the way children process sensory input can affect movement, learning, behavior, and…
Emotion regulation and ADHD in children can be closely connected, especially when big emotions are difficult to manage. Big emotions are a normal part of childhood, but children develop the ability to manage those emotions at different rates. New research suggests that children who have more difficulty regulating their emotions in the preschool years—and whose…
