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Breathing and good sleep are intertwined and essential to development and higher brain performance

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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE EARLY ADOLESCENT YEARS AND THE CHALLENGES THEY FACE

The teenage years can be complicated with changes occurring in the brain and body while trying to figure out where they fit in. This time of growth brings on new challenges with emotional development and social interactions.

It's National Sensory Awareness Month! 🧡💙Celebrating Sensory Superheroes 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️
My child has Sensory Processing Disorder. They eat a limited amount of foods. They will not eat what everyone else is eating. Please don't tell me that they will eat it eventually because they won't. Don't judge my parenting based on what my child will eat.
It can be challenging for children who have Sensory Processing Disorder to try new foods.
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I am so thrilled to see MAXimum Chances is adding this new opportunity to offer grants to individuals with autism transition from high school to adult responsibilities. Thank you for you generosity!

Earlier this year we met this amazing guy! Daniel reached out to us to see if we would consider funding him for his 3 year Life Skills higher education program at Green Oaks Life Prep in Arlington. The program is striving to prepare their students to gain "competitive employment and live independently as possible." Daniel will receive vocational training in the Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Horticulture fields. The students will live in a dorm setting to start with and learn to live in an apartment setting with support being minimized as skills are acquired. We can't wait to follow Daniels journey and it starts a new chapter for Maximum Chances in helping young adults transition from high school.

Your support this year with North Texas Giving Day will go towards funding our programs, including Daniel's tuition for the next 2 years which is more than $30,000. You are the reason we can give back and help children and young adults with Autism and we will forever be grateful for all of your support!

Giving day is open now through tomorrow, please consider sharing our page or donating to us this year! Thank you!

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/donate/Maximum-Chances#NTxGivingDay

"Beware the temptation to blame behavior. This is usually short hand for 𝐼 𝑑𝑜𝑛'𝑡 𝑘𝑛𝑜𝑤 𝑤ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑖𝑠, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑖𝑡'𝑠 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑚𝑒. Take a breath and look deeper at the child, the context, the environment. A child's sense of self is at stake." Virginia Spielmann

SO MANY DEVELOPMENTAL BENEFITS OF SWINGING

Swinging is not only fun for all children, but it can be calming to children who struggle to regulate and help children who need sensory stimulation for learning!

Does this sound familiar in your child? Do you know the signs...

https://ilslearningcorner.com/2016-04-auditory-processing-how-to-recognize-an-auditory-processing-disorder-in-my-child/

THESE FOUR LETTERS ARE EASY TO MIX UP FOR SOME STUDENTS BECAUSE THEY ALL CONSIST OF A LINE AND A CIRCLE

At a quick glance a student may say "big" when the word is actually "dig". Some students learn compensating tactics to know which letter is which because merely looking at the letter they don't know. This can be very difficult for some students not only in reading but in writing as well.

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A GREAT OUTDOOR SENSORY EXPERIENCE

Kids need more sensory experiences to help with their learning and growth.

People Who Do Strength Training Live Longer — and Better

People Who Do Strength Training Live Longer — and Better A consensus is building among experts that both strength training and cardio‌ are important for longevity.

Crossing midline is significant for expressive language skills

WHY CROSSING THE MIDLINE IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD'S DEVELOPMENT

"The key to helping our children to be calmer, happier, and functioning at their best is to get their whole brain working together. One of the best ways we can do this is with crossing the midline."

https://holfamily.com/why-crossing-the-midline-is-key-to-your-childs-physical-and-emotional-development/

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HOW THE SENSORY SYSTEM AFFECTS YOUR CHILD'S DEVELOPMENT AND CORE MUSCLE

Great pyramid to show you each aspect of your child's development through their sensory system.

http://thisbirdsday.com/core-strength-kids/

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1 in 10 Americans suffer from "Tech Neck".

Everydayhealth.com quotes Steven Knauf, doctor of chiropractic and executive director of chiropractic and compliance at The Joint Chiropractic in Scottsdale, Arizona: “Tech neck” can cause headaches, neck pain, pain in the shoulders, pain in the upper back, tingling or numbness in your hands, and even a loss of the natural curve of the spine." [Source: https://www.everydayhealth.com/wellness/how-to-beat-tech-neck-and-why-its-so-bad-for-your-health/]

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DO YOU KNOW THE STAGES OF PENCIL GRASP?

Each child develops differently, however, this is a great guide to know if your child is falling behind or need additional work on pencil grasp. It gives some great suggestions on your child's development.

https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nclexquiz.com%2Fpencil-grasp-reference-cheat-sheet

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STRATEGIES TO HELP WITH EMOTIONAL REGULATION

When we help children learn to regulate their emotions, we are doing much more than helping them control their temper. Emotion regulation means being able to think constructively about how to cope with feelings.

https://hes-extraordinary.com/self-regulation-strategies

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This is an excellent explanation of what, how and why some kids have problem behavior.

GOOD VISUAL AND EXPLANATION WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP A CHILD'S EMOTIONAL CUP FULL

How parents might recognize signs that a child might be experiencing emotional difficulties and how to help.

So important!

Reading aloud is so important!

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This is an incredible true story of a physician who went against the current paradigm of letting premature babies die for lack of care. He developed protocols ahead of his time setting precedents for us today and came up with creative funding measures. We have much to learn from this courageous physician!

WHY VESTIBULAR ACTIVITIES ARE SO IMPORTANT FOR THE BRAIN

Great breakdown showing how the vestibular can help a child sit still in class, read the chalkboard and listen to their teacher.

https://www.theottoolbox.com/vestibular-activities/

I am so grieved to learn of Dr. Gus Kotsanis death today. The autism community is small and those practitioners that have given their lives and passion to finding solutions to help individuals battling ASD are priceless. I have shared numerous patients with Dr. Kotsanis and their gratitude was bountiful. He gave them hope in a difficult journey of recovery. They felt personally cared for. Rest In Peace Gus. You will be greatly missed.

Important information on development

Children who breathe through their mouths often show signs of related problems, especially if this is disturbing their sleep.
Symptoms include:
• snore loudly or grind their teeth during sleep
• appear tired during the day
• have problems with behaviour or concentration in school
• wet the bed after 6 years of age
Air that passes through the nasal passages is filtered to remove some toxins. It enters the lungs at the optimal pressure to extract oxygen and release nitric oxide, which helps with circulation.

When the platforms of the jaws don’t grow, teeth don’t fit, it’s that simple. But the problems that ensue are not simple.

However mouthbreathing can relate to a complex syndrome with different signs/symptoms.
#1: Incorrect Skeletal, Jaw and Teeth Development:

Developing a wide palate is key to a child’s healthy teeth and jaw development.
Cranial imbalances can involve the skull, jaw, and vertebral bones. The development of the upper jaw or palate is the main factor directing the growth of these bones.

#2: Nasal airway obstruction:
Nasal breathing is central to proper jaw and teeth development.

In one day you will take between 20 000 to 30 000 breaths. Normal breathing provides the forces that expand the maxilla and upper jaw.

Signs: Snoring or gasping during sleep

#3: Incorrect Tongue Posture:
In proper tongue posture, we should see the tongue up against the palate. The tip and back of the tongue should be pressed upwards to the palate. This activates all the muscles that connect to the jaw, the base of the skull, the spine and the throat.

#4: Poor Lip Posture:
Your child’s facial muscles should close the lips at rest. If their lips don’t sit together at rest, it’s often due to a low and forward tongue posture.

#5: Oral behaviors

Certain non-nutritive sucking such as: Thumb sucking and chewing habits and pacifiers

Each of these can delay and stunt the dental arch, causing an ‘open bite’. Development of straight teeth is no accident!

Have you spotted or shown the signs of crooked teeth?

Are We Raising Unhelpful, Bossy Kids? Here's The Fix

Happy children have predictable boundaries to grow and learn.

Are We Raising Unhelpful, Bossy Kids? Here's The Fix In some cultures, kids roll their eyes when asked to do chores. In others, they'll pitch in without even being asked. Researchers have identified two key practices to raise helpful children.

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𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝’𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐄𝐏 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞
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This presentation by special education attorney Christy Calbos shares parent-friendly tips and strategies so you can be the best advocate possible for your child. Whether you’re new to IEP meetings or ready for advanced tips, Christy’s helpful step-by-step tactics will help you prepare and participate in the decision-making meeting for your child..

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UNT Becomes Second in State to Launch 4 year College Program for Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

UNT Becomes Second in State to Launch 4 year College Program for Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities DENTON (WBAP/KLIF)- Beginning with the fall 2021 semester, the University of North Texas will launch a four-year inclusive postsecondary education program for those ages 18-28 with Intellectual Disabilities, thanks to a $2 million grant from the Department of Education. Called UNT ELEVAR, this pr

Omega 3: Studies Show Increase in Child’s Omega 3 Intake Improves Attention, Focus and Behavior

Omega 3 is a game changer for sure!

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