About 16 years ago, as a School Social Worker, I worked with an Occupational Therapist named "Kim."  Kim was a single mom to a boy with nonverbal autism. She did not have it easy. Her ex-husband had significant mental health issues and was not equipped to deal with their son, even for short periods....

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• A lack of expectations at home can lead kids with ADHD to feel entitled to things in life, like their phones and video games. 
• Over-giving without expecting help teaches them life owes them everything.
• Balancing rewards with responsibilities is essential for their development.
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• Most teachers, including special education teachers, receive minimal training in ADHD.
• Private schools that market to the ADHD community don't always provide the most optimal learning environment for a child with ADHD. 
• As an experienced School Social Worker and School Counselor...

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1. Explore effective parenting strategies for managing your child's gaming habits.
1. Emphasize the importance of steering clear of violent or inappropriate games for younger kids.
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As a parent, do you often find yourself in a loop of punishing your child, only to see no change in their behavior? This can be a frustrating and disheartening experience, especially when your efforts seem futile. I'm here to shed light on why traditional punishments might not be effective for child...