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Characteristics of learning disabilities that can hide in plain sight Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS What You'll Learn Why is it hard to spot some learning disorders? How do learning disorders affect kids in school? What signs should teachers look for? Tea...

Kids learn to read at different paces, and it’s normal for them to struggle at some point. But if your child seems particularly frustrated with reading and writing over an extended period of time, there’s a chance he may have a learning disorder called dyslexi...

Systematic phonics instruction is key to building skills and confidence Writer: Caroline Miller Clinical Experts: Jodi Musoff, MA, MEd , Laura Phillips, PsyD, ABPdN Key Takeaways Dyslexic children need systematic phonics-based instruction that explic...

When math difficulties mean something more Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS Key Takeaways Dyscalculia is a learning disability that specifically affects math skills, while children may perform well in other subjects like English or history. Early signs i...

How to help kids who struggle with learning to write Writer: Jessica Souza Clinical Expert: Daryaneh Badaly, PhD, ABPP What You'll Learn What is dysgraphia, and what are the signs? How is dysgraphia diagnosed? How can schools and parents support a chil...

Signs your child might be struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, or depression, and how to help Writer: Rachel Ehmke Clinical Expert: Laura Phillips, PsyD, ABPdN What You'll Learn What are signs that a child is struggling emotionally? How...

Tips for supporting your child Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS Clinical Expert: Meredyth D. Kravitz, PsyD What You'll Learn What is dyscalculia? What can we do to help kids with dyscalculia? How does dyscalculia affect kids’ self-esteem? Ther...

Does your child seem to be missing a lot of what he's hearing? Writer: Caroline Miller Some young children seem to have problems deciphering or decoding the sounds that make up language. Even though they have normal hearing, they miss a lot of the details of...

How to build listening skills Writer: Caroline Miller Clinical Expert: Matthew Cruger, PhD What You'll Learn What is auditory processing disorder? What changes can I make in my child’s surroundings that will help them? What kind of outside help is ther...

Learning problems can affect not just school but communicating and connecting with other kids. Writer: Caroline Miller Clinical Expert: Scott Bezsylko What You'll Learn How are learning problems linked to social problems? What kinds of socia...

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a condition that makes it unusually difficult for children to concentrate, sit still, follow directions and control impulsive behavior. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a condition tha...

Signs that a child might have the disorder, and other problems that may be confused with ADHD Writer: Caroline Miller Key Takeaways ADHD symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, but these behaviors can also be caused by anxiety, lea...

How to avoid a misdiagnosis when a child is young for their class Writer: Caroline Miller Clinical Expert: Matthew H. Rouse, PhD What You'll Learn How can kids who are young for their grade avoid a wrong diagnosis? Why do immaturity and ADHD sometimes l...

Giving kids tools to thrive academically and socially Writer: Juliann Garey Clinical Expert: Cynthia Martin, PsyD What You'll Learn What is neurodiversity? What areas do neurodivergent students need help in school? How can I support my neurodivergent c...

And what parents and teachers can do to help children in the classroom What You'll Learn What are sensory processing issues? How do they affect kids in school? What can parents and teachers do to help? Your son’s second grade teacher calls to say she’...

Tools and strategies to help kids stay comfortable and focused Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS What You'll Learn What challenges do kids with sensory processing issues face at school? What are some tools that can help them get comfortable? How can parents and ...

2e kids, as they’re called, have a unique set of issues that need addressing Writer: Beth Arky Clinical Experts: Adam S. Zamora, PsyD , Laura Phillips, PsyD, ABPdN Key Takeaways Twice-exceptional (2e) children are both gifted and have learning or devel...

When children resist anything that feels like a demand Writer: Caroline Miller Clinical Expert: Cynthia Martin, PsyD Key Takeaways Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is extreme resistance to things perceived as a demand, most commonly seen in autistic...

Signs of trauma and tips for helping kids who've been traumatized Writer: Caroline Miller Clinical Expert: Jamie Howard, PhD Key Takeaways Kids who’ve experience trauma can have behavioral issues in the classroom that look like ADHD or defiance. C...

Tips for supporting children with trauma In the wake of a traumatic event such as episodes of violence or a natural disaster, your support and reassurance can help children with trauma. Your support can help them manage their fears, feel safe, guide them thro...