Behavior
“Is it normal?” As parents, we’ve asked that question about our child’s behavior countless times. (Hint: Most of the time, it’s normal.) But just because a child’s behavior is normal doesn’t mean it doesn’t need to be addressed, whether it’s separation anxiety on the first day of school or potty-training regression. How do you handle these typical behaviors, and how do you know when developmentally normal conduct veers into something that may require professional help?
Check out articles written by pros and parents alike, along with our many videos on behavior: Chicago experts lead you through common issues like separation anxiety, potty-training and bullying, and offer strategies on how to manage them. And when you need quick reassurances and resources, our discussion forum has your back.
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Our 9-year old was diagnosed with ADHD at age 7. Our second child who will be 7 soon is starting to exhibit some characteristics that have us wondering if he may also have ADHD. They have completely different personalities and presentations- oldest is more impulsive and fidgety and medication has ...
If you are at a director level-how many people do you manage… I oversee a team of 25 and will expand to 30 soon -feel like expectations to be hands on w this many people is challenging -no manger or supervisor below me -28 hrs/week dedicated to director position ...
The Diverse Learners Recovery Fund is a collaboration between the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities and Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Inc., dedicated to aiding families of students with disabilities affected by COVID-19. It operates as a lottery-style grant drawing, offering a one-ti...
I don’t know if I’m just hyper sensitive, totally impatient or all of the above, but lately my 5YO boy is driving me crazy. Literally I feel crazy. He barely listens - I’ve used a star jar, counting to 5, Dr Becky podcasts out the wazoo and I still feel like I end up back at square one. It’s all I c...
My child was diagnosed with ADHD combined type this year. Symptoms are mostly impulsivity and emotional dysregulation. We have been on a meds journey and thought we found our sweet spot- XR Concerta in the AM and 2 mg Guanfacine in the PM in late March. School was light years better and my child ...
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