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Autism prevalence now 1 in 40 US kids, study estimates
A survey of parents across the United States estimates that one in 40 children has autism spectrum disorder, according to a study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics.
15 People on the Autism Spectrum Describe What a Meltdown Feels Like
"That tiny part of my brain that is still capable of rational thought keeps thinking, 'Why am I doing this? Calm down, control it!' But I can't control it."
25 signs you’re a police officer's kid
If you’re a first-generation police officer, there are some things you should know about what it’s like to be your kid
Want to Raise Resilient Kids? A Navy SEAL Says Always Do This
Improve your resiliency--or teach your kids to be mentally tougher--with these important practices.
Want kids to learn well? Feed them well
What can we expect our kids to learn if they're hungry or eating diets full of sugar and empty of nutrients? Former White House Chef and food policymaker Sam Kass discusses the role schools can play in nourishing students' bodies in addition to their minds.
10 things you didn't know about extreme poverty
Be a Role Model: Find a Healthy Balance with Media and Technology
Young kids learn how to use technology by watching their parents, so model healthy habits early by balancing media time with real time. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.
Can Psychologists Learn More by Studying Fewer People?
In a brief new Frontiers in Psychology paper, Matthew P. Normand argues that Less Is More: Psychologists Can Learn More by Studying Fewer People. Normand writes that the conventional wisdom – that a bigger sample size is better – is wrong. Repeated measurements of a few subjects, or even just one individual, can be more …
How to Raise Happy Kids: 7 Essential Strategies
What would bring true happiness to your household? A winning lottery ticket? A vacation home on a faraway beach?
How to Improve Attention Spans
If you're saying, "Focus!" more than usual, read on for creative and constructive ways to increase your kid's attention.
How the New Preschool Is Crushing Kids
Today’s young children are working more, but they’re learning less.
The real reason why poor kids perform worse in school
College-Bound Students With Autism Learn To Navigate Campus Life
Teenagers on the spectrum are getting a dry run at college with the help of a new boarding program that aims to prepare them for the social side of higher education.
Should Kids Have Cell Phones?
Do cell phones make kids safer — or more vulnerable? Most parents get kids phones because they seem like a way to keep children safe and connected. After all, with a cell phone, your child can contact you whenever he needs you. Also, you should be able to reach your child (assuming, of course, that she hasn’t lost the cell phone, buried it in a backpack, lent it to a friend, forgotten to turn the ringer on, or decided to ignore it when…
Why Drake's Diss About Kid Cudi's Mental Health Is So Disappointing
10 Back to School Tips for Kids with Autism and Special Needs
It may feel like mid summer but schools are revving up for a new school year. Whereas summer may mean a more relaxed schedule, time to explore different interests and meet new friends; school brings more structure, routine and a steady pace. If you haven’t already, you will soon be receiving school supply lists and... View Article
10 Tips for Teachers Who Work With Kids on the Autism Spectrum
"These are the things I'd keep in mind going into a new school year with an autistic student in my class."
Estimates of Depression Prevalence are Exaggerated, Study Finds
New research demonstrates that common methods for estimating depression prevalence lead to overestimation and exaggerated statistics.
What is an Inclusion Program for Autism?
Learn about inclusion programs for autism and the benefits associated with interaction between neurotypical and developmentally disabled children | TBH blog
Tips for Homeschooling a Child with Autism from a Mom in the Trenches
A mom who homeschools her autistic son offers advice for others parents who want to homeschool a child on the autism spectrum successfully.
