Special Education Teacher With ABA Focus
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a transformative force in today’s educational landscape. It provides a range of special strategies designed to meet different learning needs, making it an important tool in modern education. The integration of ABA into educational settings is particularly important when it comes to creating customized learning experiences. It’s this aspect of […]
4 facts about the lethal trauma diamond that nurses should know – Trauma System News
The Trauma Nursing column is produced in partnership with the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN®), developer of the Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN®) certification. The lethal trauma diamond is the “vicious cycle” of four physiologic derangements that can prolong blood loss, lead to hemorrhagic shock and increase the risk of death. The four […]
Summer Social Skills Resource – ABA Speech
Who else is ready for sunshine and warmer weather? I am going to help you prep for a summer full of fun activities. I will also give you ways to incorporate those social skills you have worked on all year long! I have put together a Summer Social Skills Resource with some of my favorite […]
Understand Queer, Bisexual, and Gay Men’s Mental Health
Queer men share similar mental health challenges to heterosexual men, but there are several notable differences that require consideration, reflection, and care.[1] Let’s delve into these differences, as well as some first steps, to better understand and navigate the mental health impacts of the challenges queer men face (including gay, bi, and men who have […]
National Toolkit Released during Blood Clot Awareness Month – Coalition for National Trauma Research
To recognize Blood Clot Awareness Month in March, Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) unveiled a comprehensive toolkit titled “Blood Clot Awareness, Action, and Advocacy: The Toolkit.” This document contains information on blood clots, Blunt Rochester’s bipartisan work in Congress to spread awareness of blood clots, and ways the public can advocate for themselves and others […]
Understanding High-Functioning Autism: 5 Tips for Parents!
What Is High-Functioning Autism? High-Functioning Autism (HFA) is a term some use to characterize individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who have average or above-average intelligence. In many cases, these individuals do not experience significant language delays and can also possess unique strengths and capabilities. However, they may still struggle with communication, which can limit […]
An ADAA Conference Love Story!
Sterling and I first met at ADAA Washington D.C. in April of 2018. It was my first time attending an ADAA Conference. Sterling was working with Dr. Tanja Jovanovic at the Grady Trauma Project at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, while I was working with Dr. Arash Javanbakht in the STARC Lab at Wayne State […]
Can Creativity Help You Heal Depression? An Interview with Psychiatrist, Dr. Carrie Barron
Dr. Carrie Barron is a board-certified psychiatrist on the Columbia College of Physicians an Surgeons clinical faculty who also has a private practice in New York City. She has published in peer-reviewed journals, won several academic awards, and presented original works related to creativity and self-expression at national meetings of the American Psychoanalytic Association. Along […]
Unlocking Understanding – Navigating Autism & Disability Insurance Awareness Month 2024
Autism and Disability Insurance Awareness Month is an important time for unlocking a deeper understanding of the complexities of autism and the necessity of disability insurance coverage. As we navigate through this month, it’s crucial to understand the nuances of autism and how disability insurance plays a vital role in supporting individuals with autism and […]
The Best Decisions – Beating Trauma
I’ve been thinking about my parenting journey and the decisions I have made along the way. I know Mother’s Day is almost here, but it feels bigger than that. Maybe it’s the big life changes coming in the next year. My twins are completing their junior year of high school, and both have already been […]