[Source: Medical X-Press] The brain waves of healthy newborns – which appear more abnormal than those of severe stroke victims – could be used to accurately predict which babies will have neurodevelopmental disorders. University of Queensland researchers are investigating whether an electroencephalogram…...
[Source: Science Daily] Autism is characterized by difficulties in social functioning. Individuals with autism are generally less sensitive to social information, which can influence their interactions with others as they may overlook social cues. Research has shown that the neuropeptide oxytocin, known…...
[Source: Edutopia] It’s always awe-inspiring when students take hold of a project and are given the power to lead it. They set goals, delegate, lead discussions, and critique each other’s work as if that were a normal process. I’ve just seen this…...
[Source: Erik X. Raj] Editor’s Note: Erik Raj is a good friend of ours here at PediaStaff. A couple weeks ago, he had the opportunity to deliver the commencement speech at Wayne State University’s (Erik’s Alma Mater) Graduation Ceremony for Speech-Language Pathology…...
[Source: Colors of Play] Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental issues use Social Stories in order to better understand the nuances of interpersonal communication. Originally designed in 1991 by Carol Gray, Social Stories model appropriate social interaction by describing…...
[Source: Medical X-Press] Hand-held toys known as “fidget spinners” – marketed as “stress relievers” – have become so popular and distracting in classrooms that they are now being banned in many schools. And it’s not just kids who like to fidget. Look…...
[Source: Science Daily] 10-12-years-olds can be taught how to think critically at school, even with few teachers and limited resources. Parents can also be taught to assess claims about health effects. These findings come from two research articles published in The Lancet. In…...
[Source: Your Therapy Source] Right now, fidget spinners are everywhere. Whether they are banned from your school or not, here is a fun way to add in some overall exercise while your spinner spins! You can download your FREE fidget spinner workout…...
Call Today at 866-733-4278 or Speech Language Pathologist with their C’s needed three days per week starting soon at a year round school in Chicago. * Located in Chicago * Modern amenities, you’ll have a dedicated room to work with your…...
[Source: No Time for Flashcards] It’s that time of year again, time for bug theme at preschool. These bug activities include bug crafts, bug sensory play, even bug theme gross motor activities! The other thing they all include is fun. Don’t miss…...