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Autism and sleep issues By Kelly Jean Sullivan

  <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> Are Sleep problems common with autism? Autistic people can often have trouble sleeping . There are a range of reasons for this including difficulties with relaxing or winding down and irregular melatonin levels. Problems with sleep can be an issue for both autistic adults and children <amp-auto-ads type="adsense" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> How many hours of sleep do autistic people need? Of the parents surveyed, 79% revealed that their autistic child(ren) get less than the recommended  eight hours  of sleep each night, while a further 82% reported their child had difficulty getting to sleep in the first place <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"

Self Care and the Beach by Kelly Jean Sullivan

  <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> What are the 5 benefits of self-care? Committing to self-care should improve your wellbeing all round. Self-care can improve your physical health. Self-care can reduce stress and anxiety. Self-care can boost your self-esteem. Self-care protects your mental health. Self-care can lead to better relationships. <amp-auto-ads type="adsense" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> Benefits of the Beach It improves overall well-being. Getting exposure to the sun and ocean air is great for your mental health. ... It lowers stress. Being in nature, a place you feel safe, can lower your blood pressure and stress hormone levels. ... It lifts your mood. <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1

Assistive Writing Technology for Studentw with Autism By Kelly Jean Sullivan

 <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> What is assistive technology for writing? Keyboards and touchscreens  can also help kids who struggle with handwriting. Keyboards and touchscreens let kids input letters and words through typing or touching the screen, rather than by using a pen or pencil. Dictation (speech-to-text) allows kids to write by using their voice. How can I help my autistic child to write? Place a large piece of paper, erasable writing board or chalkboard on an upright surface such as an easel or wall. Put it right at your son's eye level. Then, give him some colorful markers or crayons and show him how fun it is to draw on the surface in front of him. <amp-auto-ads type="adsense" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> 7 Ways to help kids develop their writing ski

ADHD and Schedules By Kelly Jean Sullivan

 <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> Why do you need a routine for ADHD? Children with ADHD need routine. Reliable schedules for mornings, after school, and bedtime make a tremendous difference in setting expectations, building good habits, and improving ADD-related behavior <amp-auto-ads type="adsense" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> D oes scheduling work with ADHD? Some adults with ADHD say they feel suffocated by a lack of flexibility in their days. They thrive with a flexible and customized daily schedule that increases creativity and channels their hyperfocus. Others say they need the structure of a rigid work schedule to hold them accountable and prevent procrastination. Here are some straatages to assist with scheduling - First, pick one small thing that, if done regu

Making Teacher Self Care a Priority By Kelly Jean Sullivan

  <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> Why is the beach good for mental health? It lowers stress. Teacher ae increasing feeling the stress of being in the classroom. it is essential to teachers mental health to take self care breaks.  Being in nature, a place you feel safe, can lower your blood pressure and stress hormone levels.   Spending time at the beach can lessen anxiety and nervous system arousal, which is what makes you feel stressed and anxious. <amp-auto-ads type="adsense" data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-auto-ads> <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbyg