Supporting a Neuro-Divergent Child’s Needs
Supporting a neuro-divergent child, whether as a parent, teacher, or therapist, can be challenging, especially when it comes to addressing unwanted behaviors. However, there’s an important mindset shift that can make a significant difference: instead of focusing on changing the behavior, focus on understanding and supporting the underlying need behind it. Behavior is often a […]
Are letter reversals a sign of dyslexia?
During the phase of learning to read, children sometimes mistake certain letters for similar ones, especially ones that can easily be reversed. For example, the child may read “bear” as “dear” or look at the word “dog” and read it as “god”. These types of errors are referred to as “reversals”. But are word and […]
The importance of auditory processing as part of your child’s development
Sensory processing is necessary for understanding and producing language. This usually starts from a very early age, as children hear and respond to auditory cues. The processing of sounds refers to auditory processing. Let’s take an in-depth look at exactly how this works and complications that can hinder the development of auditory skills. What is auditory processing? Auditory […]
Poverty as a barrier to learning
Many factors influence how children learn and develop, both in the classroom and at home. One of the major challenges is poverty. Unfortunately, in South Africa, poverty affects millions of households. But how exactly does it impact children’s ability to learn? Let’s delve into the topic of poverty as a barrier to learning: Children from […]
How to help a child with Dyscalculia
In order to help a child with Dyscalculia, it is important for us to first get a diagnosis. Next try to gather as much professional support as you can. And finally learn how to support a child with dyscalculia at home. Getting a Dyscalculia diagnosis: First things first: Before we can access appropriate resources, we […]
How Can You Help a Child with Autism?
Having a child with autism can be challenging. There are, however many things parents can do to help a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) overcome their challenges. Look after yourself first It’s important to make sure you get the support you need. When you’re looking after a child with ASD, taking care of yourself […]
Social Skills for Children with Autism
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may take longer than other children to learn social skills. You can use strategies like role-play and video-modelling to help your child learn the skills he needs to make friends and have a positive social life. Social skills and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Social skills will help your child […]
Understanding Autism in Children – a guide for parents
Autism in children can present in many different ways. It is a spectrum disorder. And every child on the autism spectrum has unique abilities, symptoms, and challenges. Learning about autism in children is important for three main reasons: It will help you – better understand your own child, get a handle on what all the […]
Parenting a Child with Autism – understanding the essentials
If your child – or the child of someone close to you – has just been diagnosed with autism, you are probably feeling baffled and overwhelmed. It is never easy to learn that someone you care for has a serious health or developmental condition. Below we help you get to grips with what this diagnosis […]
What Life Skills Do Kids with Autism Need?
Kids with autism can lead happy and fulfilled lives when they have people helping them and teaching them proper life skills along the way. As children become older, it’s important to begin teaching these children how to take care of themselves, essential life skills, and how to interact with the rest of the world. Personal Care […]
