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Writing assignments for students with special needs can be one of those activities that creates dread, anxiety, resistance, or all of the above.  Writing taps into […]

Anxiety can be the worry or fear about tasks or situations that we face every day, whether it is something we experience alone or in our […]

The memory system is used to work on homework/tests, remember events, learn new skills, and to complete everyday known tasks. However, many of our students with […]

The holiday season can be quite stressful with all of the planning, gift giving, decorating, and meal preparations.  However, how much more anxiety do our friends […]

Teaching time management to a learner with special needs will take patience, perseverance, and knowing the right skills to teach.  Here I list a few ideas […]

When educators use the word “transition planning” they are referring to the idea of creating a plan that maps out the path for our students, family […]

Starting a new school year can be stressful for the entire family.  However, there are several strategies to use that would reduce anxiety and develop a […]

So, what is learned helplessness?  It is the process of one person completing the task for another person, even if that person is capable of doing […]

For most kids with special needs, reading and writing is a non-preferred task, one that they shy away from without regret.  Not only can reading and […]

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or better known as ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can occur in children, teens, and adults. Some symptoms of this disorder are…. Inattention […]

First, let’s define what self-advocacy is.  Self-Advocacy is the act of speaking up for oneself, learning how to make one’s own decisions, knowing who is in […]