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Doctor Training Program Speeds Autism Diagnosis

September 5, 2018

7 September 2018, Autism, News, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] Training primary care providers to accurately diagnose autism is yielding big dividends, researchers say, allowing children on the spectrum to be identified and start treatment far sooner. Through a combination of in-person sessions and remote, video-based coaching over the…...

September 5, 2018

7 September 2018, News, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] The number of children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has reached more than 10 percent, a significant increase during the past 20 years, according to a study released late last week. The rise was most pronounced in minority groups, suggesting…...

September 5, 2018

7 September 2018, News, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Education Week] One of the largest school districts in Georgia is turning its bus drivers into teachers who command “rolling classrooms.” The drivers are helping to teach elementary school students sight words through a new program that began this year in…...

Relaxation Scripts for Younger Kids

September 4, 2018

7 September 2018, Newsletter, School Psych, Tip or Resource

[Source: Wink Naturals via Your School Psychologist] Childhood can be rough on little bodies both physically and emotionally. We’re learning as adults how important this idea of self-care is for us, but also how important it can be for our kids too.…...

September 4, 2018

7 September 2018, ABA, Article, Newsletter

[Source: bSsci21.org] By Christopher Bloh .D., BCBA-D, Guest Writer I don’t think that I’m unique as a behavior analyst to say that I understand my world through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). What my friends may say is ‘fun,’ I note as reinforcing (provided that the…...

September 4, 2018

7 September 2018, Article, Newsletter, PT

[Source: Pink Oatmeal] The school year is upon us! It’s a busy time with lots of new friends and routines. Physical activity and motor planning skills are still a must even in the first few weeks of school. Combining movement and learning…...

Fine Motor and Logic Skills Freebie

September 4, 2018

Newsletter, Tip or Resource

If you are looking for a one page printable to challenge fine motor and logic skills check out this freebie from the Simple Cut and Glue Sudoku download. You can download the freebie at the bottom of the post. Print out the fine…...

September 4, 2018

7 September 2018, News, Newsletter, OT, SLP

[Source: Medical X-Press] A new study finds that 21-month-old infants can distinguish between respect-based power asserted by a leader and fear-based power wielded by a bully. The study, reported in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, analyzed infants’ eye-gazing behavior, a…...

August 30, 2018

31 August 2018, Job, Newsletter, OT

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Are you looking for part-time, short-term work? This pediatric clinic in Novato, California is in need of a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for a small after-school caseload. * Part-time, short-term (2-3 months) OT mainly…...

August 30, 2018

2018, Job, Newsletter, Social Worker

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Do you enjoy working with K-5 students? PediaStaff is hiring a School Social Worker for an immediate opening near southeastern Joliet. * K-5 including general education kids with IEPs and an Emotionally…...