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How to Make Change Less Scary for Children With Autism

September 9, 2022 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Referrals Anxiety, ASD, Daily Activities, Routines, Social Situations, Social Stories, Strategies, Transitions, Visual Schedules

Takeaway: To make change less scary for your child, get her used to following a clearly-outlined visual schedule, and then gradually introduce ‘change cards’ to challenge her need for predictability. If done right, you’ll be able to systematically desensitise her to many types of change and teach her to use coping strategies for any anxiety she feels. Read More

School After Lockdown: 3 Challenges Your Child Will Need Help With

June 1, 2020 The Ed Psych Practice No Comments Education Adjustment, Anxiety, Be Prepared, Be Supportive, Children, Education, Lockdown, New-Normal, Routines, Social Distancing

shools after lockdown challenges your child will need help with

Takeaway: Most children are now used to the new-normal of lockdown. And this might make returning to school a little stressful. So, to help them adapt, (1) Get them back onto their pre-lockdown routine, (2) Talk to them about their anxieties, and (3) Teach them how to protect themselves from COVID-19. Read More

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How to Make Change Less Scary for Children With Autism

School After Lockdown: 3 Challenges Your Child Will Need Help With