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CAN OUR ‘LITTLE CHILD’ OVERCOME NEGATIVE PARENT PROGRAMMING ? And without years of therapy in adult life that offer no guarantee of success? I believe it’s possible. Even the ‘best’ of parents can have weak moments (often repeated )that can mark a child for life. If their behaviour was chronic it can be toxic for our self-esteem. If they shouted and belittled us If they said we would never be any good If they said we would never succeed If they criticised or compared us unfavourably with others. If they used guilt If they blamed us for outcomes which were not at all our fault Solutions to begin : Accept that our parents were often under perhaps terrible pressure themselves and had to deal with their own ‘demons’. Forgive them. Define who we really are now as adults : our values, where we want to go in both our personal and professional lives. Take an inventory of our values and strengths. List the achievements we are proud of in our personal and professional lives. Identify the negative programming they have left us with, reassess objectively and reprogramme positively Look into Transactional Analysis. It will explain a lot . AND GET ON WITH ACHIEVING OUR FULL POTENTIAL IN BOTH OUR PERSONAL AND PRIVATE LIVES

So let's play. 🎮 Mightier uses games to help kids - and caregivers - explore emotions and practice coping skills through play. Learn more about Mightier's family programming, and access FREE resources and therapeutic activities here: https://bit.ly/3SC3ABI #MentalHealth #KidsMentalHealth #Parenting #ADHDParenting #AccessToCare

The US Dept. of Education recently released an important document clarifying the MYTHS and FACTS surrounding the use of assistive technology for students with disabilities. I talked with Glenna Gallo, who is the Assistant Secretary of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, about what some misconceptions are, how they impact children, and what can be done to correct them. It's a discussion for parents, teachers, administrators, and others - and one that ranged from informative to inspiring. LISTEN HERE: https://lnkd.in/e3hGXwDB #ConnectedNation

FREE and ready for download. If you’re a parent/guardian of young children, you work with students, or you are the leader of the organization that serves families, this guide will help you create a mobile sensory kit, and plan for regulation. Learn about the why, how, and what to include inside. See link in bio. #inclusion #neurodiversity #community #parenting

🚀 Discover the Future of Child Care! 🚀 Child care is evolving with technology, changing social norms, and modern work environments. Our latest blog explores the past, present, and future of child care. 🌟 Future Trends: -AI & Personalization: Tailored learning plans. -Universal Care: Push for affordable, high-quality care. -Sustainability: Eco-friendly practices. -Mental Health: Prioritizing well-being. -Community Solutions: Strong, local child care networks. Read more about these exciting changes and prepare for the future of child care!

In a recent study published in The Gerontologist, Joseph Caldwell, Senior Scientist and Director of the Community Living Policy Center within the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Heller, and fellow researchers studied how caregiver outcomes are impacted by self-direction, an approach that allows older adults and people with disabilities to determine the home and community-based services they receive. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3Vj3Gyy

Struggle taking notes during a meeting due to your disability? We love this article about how assistive tech is helping kids take notes in school. Look it over & see if this is something that could support you in your day-to-day work: https://lnkd.in/gcV77ebS

Here is my latest piece in the Conversation on encouraging caregivers to engage with screen time with their children: https://lnkd.in/dxH53ikZ

Closing The Gap 2024 Keynote Speaker! In this keynote, Dr. Erickson will discuss the need to keep student learning centered when making decisions about assistive technology devices and services. Drawing on newly published guidance on Assistive Technology Devices and Services for Children with Disabilities Under the IDEA from the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs, Dr. Erickson will discuss assistive technology in the context of comprehensive instruction that is designed to promote meaningful outcomes over time. Learn more - https://lnkd.in/g4wbSu8Q #CTG2024 #AssistiveTechnology #AssistiveTech

On this World Book Day, let’s not talk about ‘what’ you read, but more importantly, ‘how’ you read. Many people with disabilities will face challenges with reading, but with the help of technology more can have access to words, stories, and opportunities. Tell us in the comments below, how does Assistive Technology help you access books and information? #WorldBookDay2024 #AssistiveTechnology #AccessToBooks