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GoldieBlox: A New Approach To Engineering For Girls

A friend of mine emailed me a video about a female engineer, Debbie Sterling, who was raising money for her new company. Frustrated that the engineering industry was so male-dominated, she created a construction toy for little girls with the purpose of exposing them to the world of engineering.

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Impulsive Behavior in a Child

Kids often act before they think, but as children mature they begin to learn how to control their impulses. However, with some children, impulsive behavior continues on to the extent that it disrupts their lives and the lives of those around them. Often, helping these children requires a great deal of understanding and specialized knowledge.

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Autism Home Programs for Parents

Raising a child with autism can be challenging. Support should be a cornerstone of your life, both for your child and for you. By getting the proper treatment approaches set up and by having a solid help system of doctors, family, friends and autism support groups, you can help your child overcome many challenges.

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Toddler Seizures

A seizure is a scary experience for parents, especially if your child has no history of medical problems. Short seizures typically don’t cause long-term damage, but longer seizures can be more dangerous. A basic understanding of seizures helps you identify and respond to the medical condition, but your child’s physician can give you more specialized advice and care, based on your child’s specific medical history.