by Tamara | Sep 5, 2020 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
Music enhances our lives in so many ways. It lifts our mood when we are feeling down, motivates us for a better workout, encourages us to move our bodies, and provides a great deal of entertainment. When music is used in therapy as “music therapy,” it helps children...
by Tamara | Aug 29, 2020 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
Most parents need some type of childcare for their children, whether it’s because they are working, running errands or finally having a date night with their spouse. As parents of kids with autism and ADHD, we not only need care for them in those situations but also...
by Tamara | Aug 16, 2020 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
In our home, we are big animal lovers! I grew up with dogs and now so have my boys. Studies have shown that having dogs as pets can be incredibly beneficial, especially for kids with autism and/or ADHD. For those who want to take a step further, some families have...
by Tamara | Jul 29, 2020 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
They say it takes a village to raise a child. What I’ve learned is part of that village needs to include a “dream team” of experts to support your child with autism/ADHD and your family. Having a child on the spectrum and additionally with ADHD can be overwhelming and...
by Tamara | Jul 18, 2020 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
Whether you choose cognitive behavior therapy, applied behavioral analysis, family therapy or another type of therapy, finding the right therapist for your child is a must. Without a good therapist who your child and you can trust, your child will not reap the...
by Tamara | Jul 11, 2020 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
Deciding whether or not to put your child with ADHD on medicine is a big decision. It is one that most parents wrestle with after their child is diagnosed. That is because we know it’s a long-term decision that requires maintenance medicine usually during many years....
