How Positivity Helps You ‘Pick Your Battles’ Positive parenting. Focus on their strengths, on their successes. Downplay and redirect those moments when they miss the mark. Article continues below… Minimize Meltdowns! Download a free tipsheet “Top 10 Ways to Stop Meltdowns in Their Tracks” to stop yelling and tantrums from everyone! Find Out How Easier […]
What if the real breakthrough in parenting starts with you? In this episode, discover how the power of pause, play, and presence can reshape your relationship with your tween. Instead of rushing to fix behavior, you’ll explore how shifting your own approach creates space for growth, connection, and lasting change. Tune in and uncover what […]
Family meetings often sound rigid or old-fashioned—but what if they were the key to deeper connection, trust, and teamwork at home? In this episode, Diane and Elaine share a modern, lighthearted approach to turning family meetings into something everyone looks forward to. With practical tips and a focus on communication (not control), you’ll learn how […]
Welcome to Normal Have you ever been so angry you’ve literally seen red? Or so frustrated that you could scream? Maybe so sad or stressed that curling up in a ball on your bed is the only activity you think you can handle? Guess what? Welcome to being normal! Everyone gets knocked down by emotions […]
Nicki Maher has made a name for herself through her can-do approach to business. Her reputation as a “people advocate” is apparent, as are her main beliefs are a in the power of human connection and the ability to form meaningful and lasting bonds in business. Maybe this is why she’s become such a successful […]
research roundup Deletion of the autism-linked gene CHD8 in progenitor cells destined to be excitatory neurons in the cerebellum causes motor problems and behavioral changes in mice. Journal of Genetics and Genomics Childhood infections may contribute to diagnoses of autism or intellectual disability, according to a study of a Swedish register-based cohort of about half […]
On the first page of Will Smith’s recent memoir “Will,” the global superstar recounts a gruesome story of watching his father strike his mother in the side of the head so hard that she spit up blood. The early chapters of the book continue in much the same way — a young Will, naturally charismatic […]
ADHD has a profound impact on family life. It often contributes to an increase in daily household stress, with a relatively high level of tension in the home. This tension results from factors such as widespread disorganization, disorder, noise, and periodic emotional outbursts from one person or another. Dealing with ADHD can help manage this […]
In Europe, Italy was the first country affected by the novel coronavirus, with a huge number of cases in a very short time, primarily in the country’s northern regions (e.g., Lombardia, Emilia-Romagna, Veneto; see, e.g., Corbisiero et al., 2020; Paoloni & Tutino, 2020). The alarming speed of virus transmission forced the Italian government to rapidly adopt a […]
The Burkman family of Frisco, Texas always have an extravagant light display outside their home for Christmas. It all started with their children who have autism. Photo: YouTube / Fox 4 Dallas They are both grown up now, but as children they always loved Christmas and lights. The holidays can be overwhelming for just about […]
We can’t get over how tall Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis look in this vacation photo from a recent trip to Jordan. We’ve definitely learned to expect the unexpected these days, and Prince William and Kate delivered their 2021 Christmas card, which was filmed in a real cave. The royal parents traded their […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced co-parents to make difficult decisions about parental schedules, social distancing, online training, masks and now vaccinations. Last week, Health Canada approved the use of the Pfizer vaccine in children ages 5-11. The BC Center for Disease Control (the “BCCDC”) has since recommended that parents vaccinate their children against COVID-19, stating: […]
