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ADHD in Children: One in Nine U.S. Children Diagnosed with ADHD

September 30, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

ADHD in children has become increasingly common in the United States, with about one million more children receiving an ADHD diagnosis in 2022 than in 2016. New national data shows that approximately 7.1 million children ages 3–17—about one in nine — had ever received an ADHD diagnosis, while about 6.5 million children were currently living…

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Spot It Game Review for Parents, Teachers and Occupational Therapists

September 29, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Spot It Game is a fast-paced visual perception game that challenges players to find the one matching symbol between cards. With multiple ways to play, it offers an engaging way to work on visual attention, perception and fine motor skills while keeping children actively involved. Spot It Game Review (Visual Toy) What It Is The…

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50+ Candy Alternatives for Halloween Trick or Treating

September 28, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Have your gone gluten-free for your sensory kiddo? Perhaps you’ve eliminated red dyes and the like. So how are you going to manage all of the candy this Halloween? I’ve created a list of 50+ candy alternatives for Halloween this year. And we’re going candy-free in our house. Well, at least we’re only handing out…

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Dr. Temple Grandin: Sensory Issues and Sensitivity

September 25, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Dr. Temple Grandin talks about various sensory issues and their need to be accommodated. She is such an inspiration, not just for those on the Autism spectrum but for parents of kids with Sensory Processing Disorder as well. Recommended Reading

Book Review: The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness Skills to Help You Deal with Stress

September 24, 2026 By jennifer Leave a Comment

Teen stress is real and often overwhelming, but The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens offers a practical, approachable way to help teens build lifelong coping skills through mindfulness. Designed as a hands-on workbook, it walks readers through simple activities that teach them how to slow down, tune into their thoughts and manage stress in healthier…

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ADHD and Rewards: Immediate Rewards May Help With Focus

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ADHD and Creativity: Could a Wandering Mind Have an Upside?

Musical Rainmaker Review for Parents, Teachers and Occupational Therapists

Sensory Processing in Autism: Why Looking Beyond Sensory Overload Matters

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I Just Don’t Like the Sound of No!

Sensory Processing Disorder: Vestibular Dysfunction

Hopscotch Carpet Review

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Toothbrushing and Sensory Processing: How to Make Brushing Easier for Kids

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  • ADHD in Children: One in Nine U.S. Children Diagnosed with ADHD
  • Spot It Game Review for Parents, Teachers and Occupational Therapists
  • 50+ Candy Alternatives for Halloween Trick or Treating
  • Dr. Temple Grandin: Sensory Issues and Sensitivity
  • Book Review: The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness Skills to Help You Deal with Stress

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