Humor is often referred to as the universal language that transcends barriers, connecting people through laughter and shared experiences. However, the relationship between humor and autism has long been a subject of intrigue and exploration. Autism, a complex neurodevelopmental disorder, affects individuals’ social communication and interaction skills. While people with autism may perceive and interact …
The journey through higher education and career training can be both exciting and challenging, regardless of one’s background. For students with learning disabilities and social-emotional disorders, this journey can present unique obstacles. However, with the right support, strategies, and mindset, these individuals can absolutely thrive in college and career training, paving the way for a …
The return to school is a time of excitement, anticipation, and yes, even a touch of nerves. For many high school students, it’s an opportunity to embark on a new chapter filled with growth and learning. But let’s face it – not everyone finds the academic journey a breeze. If you’re one of the students …
As summer begins to wind down in August, communities gear up for the start of a new school year. However, challenges faced by families who live in disinvested communities often go beyond back-to-school preparations. In this blog post, we explore the unique importance of getting ready for a new school year in historically disinvested communities …
In our early childhood center, we have children who range in age from 3-7 years old. To have meaningful sessions with children, play therapy is an effective technique. This is because play is a core component for child development. According to Lynne Kenney and Rebecca Comizio, play is crucial to the child’s cognitive development, motor …
What is Social Emotional Learning? What does it look like? These questions are commonly asked by parents, yet they are commonly demonstrated by students daily by their interactions and interpersonal relationships established in the classroom with their instructors and peers. According to the ‘Committee for Children,’ Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is, “the process of developing …
What does it mean to be a black or brown boy with ADHD? It can mean he displays symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, but he does not have a diagnosis. It may mean that a black or brown boy is appropriately diagnosed with ADHD, but because implicit bias is an issue facing schools and society, he …
When students engage in challenging behaviors it can be frustrating, confusing, and elicit other unwanted feelings. At times these feelings may interfere with our ability to look at the behaviors with clear eyes and ask: Why is this behavior happening? To answer this question and understand the behavior, one must consider a few fundamental concepts …
What is Social Emotional Learning? What does it look like? These questions are commonly asked by parents, yet they are commonly demonstrated by students daily by their interactions and interpersonal relationships established in the classroom with their instructors and peers. According to the ‘Committee for Children’, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is, “the process of developing …
One of the biggest concerns for teens with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder is their social communication skills. As students become older, the focus of their speech therapy starts to stray away from the academic side and focuses more on the social aspects of communication. For example, how to initiate, continue and end a …
