Why do I have Sheldon Cooper on the brain? Sheldon Cooper is one of the main characters on the TV show The Big Bang Theory. I guess there are several reasons why I’ve had Sheldon Cooper on my brain lately. First, the regular season (Season 11) of Big Bang is back and I’ve watched two new episodes. Second, the recent discovery that my son is being bullied in one of … [Read more...] about Autism and Sheldon Cooper
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How to Recognize Autism in Toddlers
Unlike many other disorders that afflict children, no chemical test can be performed to recognize autism in toddlers. Children are instead diagnosed with autism as the result of observations of their behavior. By watching how children interact with each other and the way they carry themselves, parents and medical professionals can detect and officially diagnosis autism. As a … [Read more...] about How to Recognize Autism in Toddlers
Good Grades Start At The Dinner Table
Thirty years ago, sitting down as a family to eat dinner together was the norm. Most of us grew up this way, but in today’s hectic environment, family dinners have fallen by the wayside. With parents today juggling careers and children involved in multiple sports and activities, family time spent around the table is becoming much more rare. We are now beginning to understand … [Read more...] about Good Grades Start At The Dinner Table
How to Teach Your Kid to Marry the Right Person
When I was a girl, my parents taught me to play tennis, to ski, to ride a bike and drive a car. What they never taught me: how to have a healthy romantic relationship. They gave other feedback freely – validation of my love of reading and black raspberry ice cream, and fair punishment when I stole my best friend’s new ballet shoes. But my parents never once offered a comment … [Read more...] about How to Teach Your Kid to Marry the Right Person
Saving Kids From Election Stress
Most of us are counting the days until November 8, if for no other reason than to get back to normal life. A recent APA survey showed that the election is creating a terrific amount of stress for America adults. Imagine what this chaotic election season must feel like for America children. For months now, they’ve witnessed stress and bickering among the adults in their … [Read more...] about Saving Kids From Election Stress