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When parents learn their child has a disability, life changes. Parents report a variety of emotions, including profound sadness, anxiety and uncertainty....
Stepfamilies are a common family structure yet information about what is typical and expected at different stages can be difficult to find....
Have you ever encountered a child with obsessive compulsive disorder? Bobby (a fictional character) is typical. His day is governed by rituals....
Children need to play—for social, physical and emotional development, and for mental health. As a matter of fact, play is so important...
A number of years ago we had the opportunity to visit an alternative school that individualized curriculum to meet specific interests of...
Becoming a parent for the first time is amazing. Most parents will tell you it was a pivotal moment, changing them in...