By Wendy PittardAutism Services CoordinatorThe Arc of Madison CountyHave you ever been concerned about your child’s development or wondered if they are progressing as they should? It is easy to begin comparing your child’s development to other children around you. Sometimes children need a little extra help in meeting their developmental milestones. Children can show … Continue reading The Arc of Madison County
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The First Signs of ASD in Children
By Adilene GuzmanCommunity Outreach CoordinatorHAPPI Health Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain. Signs of autism may include: Lack of social communication and interaction. Restricted or repetitive behaviors. Diverse ways of learning, moving, or paying attention. May have unusual reactions to the way things sound, smell, taste, look, or … Continue reading The First Signs of ASD in Children
LIVING ON THE SPECTRUM
By Jan Stephens and Jennifer Vann Valley Speech TherapyE-Mail | Telephone Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a wide range of neurodevelopmental disorders that are characterized by difficulties in communication and social interactions which affect how people communicate, learn, and behave. ASD is a fairly common disorder. According to the CDC one in 36 children are now being … Continue reading LIVING ON THE SPECTRUM
April Is Autism Awareness Month
By Monique Griffin, Principal Huntsville College Preparatory SchoolApril launches a season that awakens our senses to the freshness of spring, blooming flowers, rainbows adorning the sky, and the aroma of fresh cut grass. This sensory awakening season is also dedicated to the 1 in 36 children, and the 1 in 45 adults in the United … Continue reading April Is Autism Awareness Month
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
By Adilene GuzmanCommunity Outreach CoordinatorHAPPI Health Adults and children with developmental disabilities are not a part of a small group. In the United States, over 6 million people have some type of developmental disability, with one in six children having more than one developmental issue. These disabilities are impairments in physical, learning, language, or behavioral … Continue reading Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Come and Play Together
by Joaquin and Vanessa TuckerWe Rock the Spectrum HuntsvilleWe Rock the Spectrum Huntsville (WRTS HSV) is part of an international based franchise We Rock the Spectrum that prides itself in being an inclusive based kids indoor facility in which children of all abilities can come and play together. This gym holds several pieces of therapeutic … Continue reading Come and Play Together
9 REASONS YOUR CHILD MIGHT NEED SPEECH THERAPY
By Jan Stephens and Jennifer Vann Valley Speech TherapyE-Mail | Telephone Speech and Language Therapy involves many different types of disorders that a Speech Language Pathologist or Speech Therapist can help your child to overcome or improve upon. A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is educated in the study of human communication, development, and its disorders. … Continue reading 9 REASONS YOUR CHILD MIGHT NEED SPEECH THERAPY
Summer Camps at We Rock The Spectrum
By Vanessa and Joaquin TuckerOwnersWe Rock the Spectrum HuntsvilleSummer Camps are upon us at We Rock the Spectrum Huntsville (WRTS HSV)!!! Below is a list of some of the highlights of the 7-week Summer Camp programs will be doing: • July 10th is “Under the Sea” Camp Week. This week is all about Water; campers … Continue reading Summer Camps at We Rock The Spectrum
Visit Reboot Wellness for an OPEN HOUSE!
Learn more about how IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback can help you by visiting our open house! Reboot Wellness Open HouseAugust 20th 3 pm - 7 pmCome and Go Are you dealing with the stress of life from the chaotic environment around you? Dealing with anxiety or depression or other issues and would like a medicine free alternative … Continue reading Visit Reboot Wellness for an OPEN HOUSE!
The Effects of Play on Your Child’s Mental Health
Jennifer L. GreggPh.D., LPC-S, NCCRegistered Play TherapistPlay and Grow Counseling, LLCOften, we think of play as a means of relaxation or relief from working. Having time to play is used as a reward or something your child is allowed to do during free time. ‘You can play AFTER you finish your homework,’ or ‘you can … Continue reading The Effects of Play on Your Child’s Mental Health
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