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With praise, understanding, and some structure you can smooth out back-to-school jitters Writer: Lianna Wilson, MA, and Sarah Straus, MS As the summer comes to a close and school is getting back into session, here are a couple quick reminders to help make th...

Children can get an Individual Education Program (IEP) if they qualify under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, a federal law that promises a “free and appropriate education” to children diagnosed with:  Autism  Hearing or visual impairment  ...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/how-do-you-support-a-teen-who-is-nervous-about-leaving-home/  Writer:  Adam S. Zamora, PsyD , David Friedlander, PsyD en Español If you remember being scared to leave home for the first time, share your story. But ev...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/what-is-procrastination/  Writer: Adam S. Zamora, PsyD en Español Procrastination is something we all do when we have a task that makes us uncomfortable. Maybe the task is difficult or something we’re not sure how to...

A Section 504 plan provides kids who have learning disabilities with accommodations that allow them to participate in the general curriculum at school.  Section 504 is part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a civil rights law that prevents discrimination aga...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/10-tips-going-college-adhd/  Writer: Mary Rooney, PhD en Español College is an exciting time! You’re surrounded by new friends and new opportunities, and have more independence than ever before. However, college li...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/helping-college-kids-with-depression/  Writer: Rachel Ehmke en Español Going to college is an exciting time in the lives of young people, but for some students depression gets in the way. Whether it’s their first b...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/going-to-college-with-autism/  Writer: Beth Arky en Español Vassar junior Zoe Gross knows her strengths and weaknesses all too well. So while she gets good grades, the 21-year-old is aware that she does things more s...

Tips from an attorney who specializes in education law Attorney George Zelma focuses his practice on special education law. We talked to Zelma about the kinds of cases he handles, what sorts of conflicts can arise, and what he’s learned about how to work with...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/managing-medication-in-college/  Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS en Español Let’s be honest. One of the highly anticipated pleasures of going to college is escaping parental oversight. College is a time for kids to try out ...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/are-there-any-colleges-with-good-services-for-kids-with-adhd/  Writer: Ruth Lee, MEd, ET/P en Español There are several colleges with especially well-developed programs for kids with ADHD. The oldest is Curry College...

Make the teacher your ally, know your rights, and monitor your child’s moods Writer: Harold S. Koplewicz, MD Clinical Expert: Harold S. Koplewicz, MD If you have discovered that your child has a psychiatric or learning problem, or you are beginning to suspe...

How to make sure your child gets what they need Writer: Hannah Sheldon-Dean Clinical Expert: Claudia Rinaldi, Ph.D Right now, it’s more important than ever for English language learners (ELL students) to get good services from their schools. Most students w...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/eating-disorders-and-college/  Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS en Español Eating disorders can and do occur in teenagers, and even in young children. But it’s during the college years that young people, especially young wom...

How to give kids the support they need in school Writer: Rachel Ehmke Clinical Expert: Matthew Cruger, PhD What You'll Learn What should you do at the start of the school year to help your child succeed? What should you talk about at parent-teacher meet...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/signs-a-college-student-may-have-an-eating-disorder/  Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS en Español The first warning signs that your college-age child, or your friend in college, may have an eating disorder is often not wha...

Know your child’s—and your district’s—strengths and weaknesses If your child has an Individualized Education Program (IEP), at least once a year you will be scheduled to meet with some representatives from your local school district. The purpose of this meeti...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/help-with-an-eating-disorder-in-college/  Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS en Español The first step to helping someone with an eating disorder is to recognize that it’s a mental health problem, and not just foolish dieting....

Children with learning disabilities and mental health disorders are entitled to the help they need to succeed Writer: Rachel Ehmke Schools are required by law to provide appropriate accommodations and education plans to children who qualify, but understandin...

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