A child with Asperger’s syndrome typically has impaired executive function and has difficulty switching attention from one task to another.  The child often requires closure with one activity before beginning another.  A teacher will need to begin developing a routine of reminders of when an activity will be winding down. Verbal reminders, a timer, and breaking [...]

For years, I worked at a local college as a tutor and have worked with countless individuals who claim to hate Math but they love English and writing. Conversely, individuals who enjoy Math usually find it difficult to sit down and write a paper. I hesitate in making generalizations like this but I believe, in [...]

“Please don’t call my house!” The words came out in a jumble, between sobs and sniffs as tears ran down his little face. These were the words of a little boy who had just gotten sick in his classroom and needed to go home. Or did he? After walking him to the office to help [...]

How does television influence your child? How much time does your child spend in front of the TV? What kind of programs does he watch and what is their content? Do you control the choice of the programs and are there any banned movies or broadcasts for your child? From an early age television conquer [...]

The impact of parental opinions on a child is deep and long-lasting. Because parents are the primary caregivers, children are exposed to their values and beliefs long before those of anyone else. Children adopt their parents’ values and beliefs, seeing their parents as authority figures. Specifically, parents have a tremendous influence on a child’s perception [...]