Navigating Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA): A Guide for Parents to Support Their Children’s Return to School
As a parent, supporting your child’s return to school can be challenging, especially if your child experiences Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). PDA is a complex profile within the autism spectrum characterized by an extreme avoidance of everyday demands and expectations. Children with PDA may struggle with transitioning back to school due to the overwhelming demands […]
Unveiling the Impact: How Anxiety Affects Teenagers
Anxiety is a common and often debilitating mental health issue that affects people of all ages, but its impact on teenagers can be particularly profound. As adolescents navigate the challenges of adolescence, they are often confronted with academic pressures, social expectations, hormonal changes, and existential uncertainties. In this article, we will explore the various ways […]
Navigating Tantrums and Meltdowns: Strategies for Parents and Caregivers
Tantrums and meltdowns are common occurrences in childhood, but they can be particularly challenging for parents and caregivers to manage. Whether it’s a toddler’s explosive outburst or an older child’s meltdown, understanding the underlying causes and employing effective strategies can help diffuse these situations and support the emotional well-being of the child. This article delves […]
Unveiling Pathological Demand Avoidance: Understanding the Signs
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a complex behavior profile that is increasingly recognized within the autism spectrum. Characterized by an individual’s overwhelming need to avoid everyday demands and expectations, PDA is rooted in anxiety and an intense aversion to feeling controlled. This unique condition requires a nuanced understanding, especially in identifying its signs, to ensure […]
Decoding Dyscalculia: A Guide to Recognizing Math Learning Challenges in Children
In the diverse landscape of learning differences, dyscalculia stands out as a specific learning disability that significantly impacts an individual’s ability to understand numbers and perform mathematical calculations. Often overshadowed by its more widely recognized counterpart, dyslexia, dyscalculia receives less attention but poses equally challenging obstacles for those affected. This article aims to shed light […]
Strategies to Prevent Passing Anxiety onto Your Children
In today’s fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety are often seen as commonplace, a significant concern for parents is the inadvertent transmission of these feelings to their children. Anxiety can be contagious, and without intending to, parents might find themselves passing on their anxieties to their kids, affecting their well-being and outlook on life. This […]
Bridging the Gap: A Comprehensive Guide to Combating Truancy in Schools
Truancy, a symptom of the broader issue of absenteeism in schools, poses significant challenges to educational institutions and societies at large. It is a multifaceted problem that requires a nuanced understanding and a strategic approach to address effectively. As educators and school leaders grapple with increasing rates of absenteeism, it becomes crucial to dissect its […]
How School Leadership Effectively Responds to School Avoidance
There are Five Tenets that will create a positive impact on addressing School Avoidance: Raise Awareness Identify and Respond to Student Attendance Data Address Root Causes of School Avoidance Evaluate System Effectiveness Refer to Appropriate Supports Raise awareness: It is imperative that all school community members are fully aware of the effects of chronic absenteeism. […]
A big challenge for schools and families right now
Children are supposed to go to school. We could equate kids going to school with adults working every day. So, when your child starts to avoid or refuse to go to school, it throws you for a loop. Going to school is their job, right? When kids begin missing school days at a time or […]
Feel Safe and Supported When You Need it Most
School avoidance is challenging on so many levels. One aspect that doesn’t get much attention is the judgment and blame assigned to parents of kids with chronic school absences. There are a few reasons for this: There has been little to no discussion, education, or awareness about school avoidance in our schools, media coverage, and […]
