Some children with special needs may not have the cognitive or verbal skills to communicate with parents or caretakers when they’re unhappy with a situation. Instead, negative behaviors such as Read More ›
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How to Handle Behaviors with Your Child with Special Needs
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- Date: Sep 29, 2015
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School-Age Supports for Kids with Disabilities
Summit DD connects people of all ages to the supports and resources they need to be their best. So what does that look like for school-age kids with disabilities? Read More ›
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- Date: Sep 18, 2015
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Behavior or Disability? How to Tell the Difference
Could my 18-month old son’s biting be a sign of a disability? Is my 2-year old daughter’s hitting something more than just frustration and being a toddler? If my almost 4 year-old isn’t potty trained, could something be wrong? Is it a behavior or a disability?
Often the line between a behavior issue and a disability is not clear or easily defined, which can be challenging for a parent. As the community resource for developmental disabilities, we are here to help you navigate the process. Let us guide you to address concerning behaviors or offer the early intervention supports you and your child need to be successful. Read More ›
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- Date: Apr 13, 2015
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How Can I Tell if My Child Has a Developmental Delay?
While it is important to remember that all children develop at different rates, detecting a possible developmental delay early is critical helping children find or return to a typically developing path and promote development. Read More ›
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- Date: Dec 15, 2014
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