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High Functioning vs. Low Functioning in Autism
In my last blog, I discussed an interaction I had had with a young man on the spectrum. I briefly touched on the topic called, “high functioning.” What is high functioning? I read a recent article that discussed this very topic: the terms high functioning and low functioning. Overall, the article discussed the following: *The…
Party Survival Skills for Wallflowers
If someone says PARTY, I am there! I love getting together with old friends and making new ones, when I can.
Blow Your Nose, Sit Up Straight, and Say Thank You!
So here I am in Paris having breakfast with my dearest friend Vanina and her husband, along with their adorable two-and-a-half-year-old boy Laurent. Great food, great place, great friends. We dive into conversation. All would be fine and dandy and pretty close to blissful, if it werent for these darned obsessive interruptions from my beloved friend and her husband constantly requesting little Laurent to, Say hello, Give a kiss, Give a hug, Say please, Say thank you, Say bye-bye, Give a bigger kiss.
Social Interaction & Your Child
My daughter is four-years-old and I often try to map out what social activities would be good for her to be involved in so that she may excel in school and in life. Ive always watched those who were involved in extra-curricular activities do so well academically, socially and eventuallyfinancially; so I knew the day I gave birth my child would no doubt stand among those ranks.
How Pet Therapy Can Improve Your Mental Health
Mental health has never been easier to discuss, and for good reason! Life today can be full of pressures, stresses, and emotional obstacles, which can wear anyone down. One unexpected yet effective remedy that has proven its efficacy? Pet therapy. Anyone who's felt soothed just from being around an animal knows firsthand its therapeutic effect!…