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Back to School Mental Health
As the new school year approaches, it’s not just about buying new supplies and preparing schedules. For many families, back-to-school time brings a wave of stress and anxiety that can impact everyone. We understand the importance of timely support and offer same-day availability for appointments. Book your appointment here to prioritize your mental health and ensure a […]
How to Build a High-Performance Trauma Registry Team – Trauma System News
Many trauma registry teams struggle with the challenges of ensuring timely chart completion, delivering effective staff education, minimizing staff turnover and maintaining a concurrent trauma registry. Any shortfalls in these areas can reduce the availability of quality trauma data and create compliance issues. This on-demand webinar shows how two leading trauma centers reworked registry organization, […]
Autism-Friendly Strategies for Making Friends in a New School
Starting at a new school can be daunting for anyone, but for autistic students, it often comes with additional challenges. The fear of the unknown, the pressure to fit in, and the intricacies of social interactions can make this transition particularly tough. But embracing positive change is possible, and with the right strategies, making friends […]
Back-to-School Tips for Children with Autism: Positive Reinforcement in the Classroom
The beginning of the new school year brings so much “new” to your child in the classroom. New teacher, new classmates/friends, new routine, new subjects or things they’re learning, etc. All that new can potentially spark some unwanted behaviors to happen in the classroom. This can look like children calling out in class instead of […]
3 reasons why geriatric patients respond differently to injury and resuscitation – 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. Geriatric patients, defined as adults aged 65 and older, can experience significant injury and disability following a traumatic event. In fact, older individuals have an increased risk of mortality […]
I Am an Eating Disorder Therapist Who Recovered from My Own Past Eating Disorder
There is certainly stigma that therapists who are public about their mental health histories often face. Unfortunately, mental health stigma in general is still at large and many therapists may be afraid to share that they themselves have a history or are actively struggling with a mental illness. Early in my career, I felt that […]
5 Strategies for Utilizing Behavior Contracts to Support Autistic People
Autism is a spectrum disorder characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. Each individual with autism is unique, which means tailored approaches are essential for effective support. Importance of Behavior Contracts Behavior contracts are powerful tools that can provide structure, encourage positive behaviors, and support the unique needs of autistic […]
Life in the key of you
We’re awarded one earthly life, with no length of stay guarantee. So why waste time and suffer by trying to alter what may be set in stone? Going with a musical angle, is your life in the key of you? And if we don’t take into account the notes and chords within our chosen life […]
Back-to-School Tips for Children with Autism: Advocating for Your Child at School
If you are a parent to a child with autism, you know that in many situations and environments, you are their voice and their advocate. While being an advocate for your child can be empowering, it can also be stressful and confusing. One of the main environments in which you may need to advocate for […]
Water Safety for Kids on the Spectrum: 15 Life-Saving Tips
Swimming offers a multitude of benefits for all children, and for those with autism, it can be particularly transformative. Beyond the physical advantages like improved motor skills and muscle strength, swimming provides therapeutic sensory experiences that aid in sensory integration and self-regulation—areas often challenging for children on the spectrum. The calming nature of water, coupled […]