Empowering Minds, Bridging Understanding, Celebrating Neurodiversity: Support for Individuals with ADHD/Autism, Their Families, and Professionals.
Behavior contracts are a popular tool for creating structured and positive learning environments, especially for students with ADHD and Autism. These agreements outline expected behaviors, rewards, and sometimes consequences. In this blog post, I’ll present the essentials and key components of behavior contracts that make them effective for “our kids.”
How many times have you seen this scenario? A child sits at the kitchen table, staring at a hopeless pile of homework papers. Minutes turn into hours, but the pile gets larger and more out of control. Simple tasks turn into frustration, anxiety, then tears. Sound familiar? For neurodivergent students with ADHD, Autism, or dyslexia,…
Learning math can be challenging, especially for students with Autism and dyscalculia (math learning disability). Learning basic math facts—like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—is essential for success in pre-algebra. Still, these foundational skills can be challenging for students with these learning differences. However, with the right strategies and tools, teachers and parents can support their…
Taking Algebra 1 in 8th grade is a great opportunity for students who are prepared, but it may not be right for everyone. How do you decide if this high school course is appropriate for your child with ADHD or Autism to take in middle school? Read on to learn key factors in making this…
Many of us in the disability community are familiar with the term “accommodation.” Accommodations refer to modifications in the environment, curriculum, or workplace that enable individuals with disabilities to have equal access. This concept plays a crucial role in how we engage with the world. But how can we make the most of these accommodations?…
Trauma is everywhere. Accumulating research indicates that ADHD and PTSD tend to co-occur, averaging 12% to 37% across their lifespan (NIH, 2023). Read on to learn more in this updated post.
Reasoning and logic aren’t typical strengths for people with ADHD or on the Autism Spectrum. They need to catch up with their non-disabled peers. Playing chess is a great way to do it. Fun too!
Teens with Autism are more likely to be bullied than their peers with disabilities. Evidence shows that over 60% of people with autism experience bullying in their lifetime. Stop the cycle with these 10 research-based strategies.
Assigning adequate and appropriate homework is challenging for teachers and students alike. At its best, homework provides preparatory reading and furthers understanding. Unfortunately, it can also be a meaningless activity designed to keep students busy. Here are 10 strategies to help make the process smoother for “our kids” with ADHD and Autism.
Teens with ADHD need reading skills beyond those developed for children. Their high school and college priorities are decoding, comprehension, and analysis. What about reading for the joy of it? This story is about creating a teen with ADHD who loves to read for enjoyment. Here are six tips on how to use librarians as allies in the struggle.