Discipline/behavior management is often the most difficult topic for professionals and parents alike. Children do not come with a user’s manual, and “bad” behavior can drive adults up a wall. Below are a few of my thoughts as well as some tried and true techniques that I have used to tame even the most trantrum-prone [...]
Archive for the ‘Social’ Category
Let’s Talk About Behavior
Wednesday, August 24th, 2011
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Dealing with Teasing and Bullying
Saturday, July 9th, 2011
Teasing, bullying, and their sometimes deadly consequences are in the news a lot lately. Parents of all children, especially those with hearing loss, have good reason to be concerned about this troubling phenomenon. How can we help keep our children safe, confident, and bully-proof for life? A comprehensive anti-bullying approach includes interventions that help children [...]
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Social-Emotional Development for Children
Thursday, July 7th, 2011
As a child grows, so do his abilities to socialize and interact with those around him. When children approach the beginning of formal schooling at about five or six years of age, a whole new world of social experiences opens up for them to explore. How can we help ensure that our children with hearing [...]
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Social-Emotional Development for Infants and Toddlers
Wednesday, July 6th, 2011
When parents learn that their child has a hearing loss, often some of the first questions they ask themselves have to do with their little one’s ability to socialize and be a part of the world — “Will he have friends?” ”Will she be able to play sports?” “Will the other children make fun of her?” [...]
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AGBell Program for Teens: Leadership Opportunities for Teens (LOFT)
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
AGBell is having their popular LOFT program again this summer for high school students! Definitely apply if you’re a high school and have hearing loss! This program will be an opportunity for you to connect with other people with hearing loss and form new, everlasting friendships! Program Overview This four-day program is designed for participants [...]
