School
4 Strategies When Your Child Refuses to Go to School
With school in full swing for students across the country, parents and caregivers could begin to see signs of school refusal. Rogers Behavioral Health’s Dr. Heather Jones explains how to identify it and provides strategies for helping your child overcome it. What is school refusal? School refusal describes a set of behaviors exhibited by children […]
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 […]
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: 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 […]
School Anxiety: Signs and Strategies
The start of the school year means new routines, classmates, and teachers. While returning to school brings anticipation and excitement, many students struggle with worries and fears beyond what’s considered the first-day jitters. Anxiety disorders affect approximately 32% of children between the ages of 13 and 18 years old. Research shows teens with untreated anxiety […]
5 Essential Transition Supports for Back to School
The start of a new school year can be a time of excitement and anxiety, especially for autistic students. With the right supports in place, this transition can become a smoother, more positive experience. Here are five transition supports that can make a significant difference: 1. Visual Schedules and Social Stories Ex. classroom visual schedule […]
Managing Nerves to Get School Ready!
How Can Parents Help Their Children with Autism Manage Their Anxiety Before Starting the School Year? Starting a new school year can be both an exciting and nerve-wracking chapter of any child and their family’s life. But for children and teenagers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), managing symptoms of autism and anxiety while preparing for […]
Back-to-School Tips for Children with Autism: Navigating School Transitions Using Social Stories
The transition from summertime with relaxed schedules, fun activities, and different routines to early wake-up calls, sitting in a classroom, and new teachers and peers can be overwhelming and challenging to adapt to, especially for children diagnosed with ASD. There are several strategies that families can use to help their children prepare for the upcoming […]
One Wife’s Story of Her Husband’s Struggles with Depression in Law School
“True Stories” is a series of guest blogs I am running on mental health in the legal profession. In this article, we explore the affect depression has on loved ones and their struggles to help. Katie has been married to her law student husband for almost four years. She has grown into a more […]