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February 13, 2013

Bipolar Disorder: Mental Illness Hurts Horribly But You Just Cannot See IT

ADHD, Bipolar Mental Health, Blog, mental disorders/illness, mental health, sleep depression school, Special needs children

These are the exact words used by my friend with bipolar disorder,”Mental Illness Hurts Horribly But You Just Cannot See IT!” Today I will share my conversation with this 50 year old woman who has struggled all her life with bipolar disorder and co-existing issues. This is her very sad, troubling story and the worst part is that all these fears and emotions which started as a young child are still crippling her 50th year of life! But first, what is bipolar disorder?

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January 19, 2013

Students with Special Needs – Substitute Teacher: Proactive Steps to Make it Work

ADHD, Asperger's, Autism, Bipolar Mental Health, Blog, IEP Accommodations School, mental disorders/illness, Sensory Processing Disorder, Special needs children, special needs moms

Teaching in inclusive classrooms is very challenging. Being a substitute teacher or supply teacher in one is even more difficult. The school administrator and regular teacher can do a lot to make the transition to a substitute teacher go more smoothly for students with special needs. Parents also can prepare their child with special needs so they can accept this change and work well with the relief teacher or casual teacher. What are the steps both the school and parents can take to make a substitute’s stay pleasant and productive for the students with different needs and a positive experience for the substitute teacher?

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January 10, 2013

Why Kids Bite Their Nails? Tools, Tips and Tactics to Stop Nail Biting

ADHD, Bipolar Mental Health, Blog, mental health, Parenting all kids, sleep depression school, Special needs children

Nail biting is one of the most common ‘nervous traits’ in children but if it is not stopped, many times it continues into adulthood. Some children bite their nails because of stress, insecurity, anxiety or boredom. For some, nail biting is a habit or a need for comfort. Like hair twirling, hair chewing, hair tugging, teeth grinding, thumb sucking, finger tapping, and nose picking, nail biting makes you a target for teasing and is a health concern.

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January 8, 2013

Melatonin As a Sleep Aid for Children and Teens?

ADHD, Asperger's, Autism, Bipolar Mental Health, Blog, Sensory Processing Disorder, sleep depression school, Special needs children

Over-the-counter melatonin supplements; are they safe? The different opinions about recommending them to help children and teens with special needs sleep issues.

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