Course Tag: special needs

Live Class

Conversations That Build Self Esteem for your Child with Autism

September 13, 2022 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Aaron Weintraub,MS, Chief Product Officer

Challenges & Solutions

Join us for this expert led live class. A recording of the class with handouts will be available once the class is complete.

We want our children to live healthy, happy lives with strong connections and a positive sense of self. Conversation is a pathway to developing and sustaining a healthy and trusting relationship with your child and for having a positive impact on how they see themselves.

After this class you will be able to:

  • Start conversations that matter
  • Define self-esteem
  • Recognize the importance of self-esteem for children with autism and ADHD
  • Apply practical strategies to strengthen your child’s self-esteem
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication independence special needs
Live Class

CVS Exclusive class – School Success: Inspire Motivation and Engagement

September 26, 2022 1:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Amy Alamar,EdD

Challenges & Solutions

Join us for this expert-led live class exclusively for CVS Colleagues. A recording of the class with handouts will be available once the class is complete.

Does your child seem unmotivated, stressed or just bored when it comes to school?

Do you play homework police instead of connecting positively with your child?

Are you confused about what will really help? 

Many parents feel overwhelmed or out of the loop when it comes to their kids’ education. How can you nurture your child’s education and support engagement in learning? This class will help support your child’s learning and motivation in ways that work. You will discover how to advocate in meaningful ways when necessary. 

After this class you will be able to: 

● Recognize and address your child’s progress and needs 

● Partner with your child and, as needed, your child’s teacher to set up successful homework practices 

● Apply simple, practical methods of inspiring your child’s motivation without taking over

● Identify when and how to contact a teacher about your child’s school challenges 

Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication cooperation independence mental health school special needs
Live Class

ADHD: 7 Steps to More Cooperation and Less Conflict

August 30, 2022 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Aaron Weintraub,MS, Chief Product Officer

Challenges & Solutions

Join us for this expert led live class. A recording of the class with handouts will be available once the class is complete.

You don’t have to go it alone. Being able to recognize the behavior as symptoms and having a clear plan about how to invite cooperation and respond to challenging behaviors will reduce your family stress and strengthen your child’s positive behavior. Join with other parents facing similar struggles and create a plan that will work for your family. At the end of this class you will be able to:

  • Understand the most effective ways to set the stage for cooperation through carefully chosen wording and timing
  • Apply effective behavior support techniques combining clear communication and useful consequences when needed
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation rules/routines sibling conflict special needs
Live Class

Schools and Families Working Together Towards Success

August 09, 2022 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Dana Asby,MA, MEd

Challenges & Solutions

Join us for this expert led live class. A recording of the class with handouts will be available once the class is complete.

When schools and parents are on the same page, children learn social emotional skills more easily. Learn how teachers and families can coordinate about Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programming at school and how you can help each other find solutions that work for children in your school community.

After this session, educators and families will be able to:

  • Identify and apply tools to work together to support Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
  • Identify examples of practical SEL skill building activities for early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school levels that help families and schools to effectively collaborate
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication cooperation independence mental health school special needs
Recorded Class

Help your Child With ADHD Listen Better

April 05, 2022 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Aaron Weintraub,MS, Chief Product Officer

Challenges & Solutions

Previously hosted live class. Access the recording and handouts by clicking on the Course Lesson below.

You don’t have to go it alone. Being able to recognize the behavior as symptoms and having a clear plan about how to invite cooperation and respond to challenging behaviors will reduce your family stress and strengthen your child’s positive behavior. Join with other parents facing similar struggles and create a plan that will work for your family. At the end of this class you will be able to:

  • Understand the most effective ways to set the stage for cooperation through carefully chosen wording and timing
  • Apply effective behavior support techniques combining clear communication and useful consequences when needed
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation rules/routines sibling conflict special needs
Recorded Class

Yum! Brands Exclusive Class: Mental Health Essentials for Parents: Knowledge and Skills to Support Your Child

May 24, 2022 1:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

Previously hosted live class exclusively for Yum! Brands. Access the recording and handouts by clicking on the Course Lesson below.

All children are sad, anxious, irritable, or aggressive at times. Occasionally kids find it challenging to sit still, pay attention, or interact with others. In most cases, these are just typical phases in their development. However, these behaviors may indicate a more serious problem in some children. Without attention, these mental health conditions can prevent children from reaching their full potential. 

Whether your child is doing fine and you want to  prevent future mental health issues, or your child just  doesn’t seem like their usual self, or has actually  declared suicidal thoughts, you can help.  

Participants in this class will be able to:

  • Identify and apply relationship strategies and everyday habits that support good mental health in children and teens. 
  • Recognize the impact of parents’ mental health on the family. 
  • Recognize and respond to signs in children and teens that more mental health support is needed. 
Ages
Tags
communication emotions Health/Wellness mental health special needs teen safety
Quick Video Solution Libraries

ADHD and Autism: Help Your Child Thrive

Experts

Ruth Freeman,LCSW Aaron Weintraub,MS, Chief Product Officer

Challenges & Solutions

Our Solution Series Libraries are developed around a specific parenting challenge. Each Series includes a collection of hand-picked, easily digestible (15 min+/-) videos which unlock a key piece of the parenting puzzle. Read our summary of this Series below then click on each lesson to access the class description, video, handouts, and information about our Expert(s).

This series addresses ways to support your child with ADHD or Autism with low support needs. Many parents of children with special needs report higher than average levels of stress and conflict. Often anxiety or depression can look like misbehavior. Children with special needs may not respond to the discipline techniques that work for other children. Diagnosis like Autism Spectrum Disorder or ADHD require behavioral support strategies that are specific to each child’s needs. Effective discipline is built on empathy and a balance between flexibility and consistency. It’s time to stop just surviving and get the tools you need to thrive and enjoy your relationship with your child as you support their growth and development. Classes included in this series provide strategies to:

  • Help your child make and maintain friendships
  • Establish rules and routines that create joyful family time
  • Become and advocate for your child’s needs
  • Apply positive discipline for children with ADHD or other special needs
Ages
Parenting Essentials Special Needs Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication cooperation discipline rules/routines special needs
Recorded Class

Anxious Children: What Really Helps? (MIT)

March 09, 2022 12:00 pm EDT

Expert

Aaron Weintraub,MS, Chief Product Officer

Challenges & Solutions

Previously hosted live class exclusively for MIT. Access the recording and handouts by clicking on the Course Lesson below.

Does any of this sound like your child? 

  • Clinging, crying and/or tantrums when you separate 
  • Excessive shyness, avoiding social situations 
  • Constant worry 
  • Avoiding situations or places because of fears 
  • Complaints of frequent stomach aches or headaches 
  • Sudden and frequent panic attacks 

Your child may be struggling with anxiety. And you may feel frustrated and helpless. You are not alone. One in three children will experience an anxiety disorder before adulthood. Unless treated, many will grow up to be anxious adults. This class will help you better understand the nature of anxiety, refrain from reinforcing your child’s distress by accommodating behaviors, and apply simple strategies to handle day to day challenges. 

Ages
Parenting Essentials School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication emotions mental health special needs
Recorded Class

ADHD and Autism Why does my kid act this way?

March 16, 2022 12:00 pm EDT

Expert

Aaron Weintraub,MS, Chief Product Officer

Challenges & Solutions

Previously hosted live class. Access the recording and handouts by clicking on the Course Lesson below.

Many parents try punishment or persuasion to help misbehaving or withdrawn children to improve their behavior. You have likely discovered that these methods are not especially effective, especially with children who display special needs. This class will provide practical tools and strategies to help you achieve the stronger connections and positive behaviors you are seeking.

Due to technical difficulties, this class recording had to be removed. You can watch the previously recorded class with the same materials.

Ages
School Age
Tags
communication emotions mental health special needs
Recorded Class

CVS Exclusive: Support Your Anxious Child: What Really Helps?

February 16, 2022 12:00 pm EDT

Experts

Aaron Weintraub,MS, Chief Product Officer Kimberly Barton,Ph.D

Challenges & Solutions

Previously hosted live class exclusively for CVS colleagues. Access the recording and handouts by clicking on the Course Lesson below.

Does any of this sound like your child? 

  • Clinging, crying and/or tantrums when you separate 
  • Excessive shyness, avoiding social situations 
  • Constant worry 
  • Avoiding situations or places because of fears 
  • Complaints of frequent stomach aches or headaches 
  • Sudden and frequent panic attacks 

Your child may be struggling with anxiety. And you may feel frustrated and helpless. You are not alone. One in three children will experience an anxiety disorder before adulthood. Unless treated, many will grow up to be anxious adults. This class will help you better understand the nature of anxiety, refrain from reinforcing your child’s distress by accommodating behaviors, and apply simple strategies to handle day to day challenges. 

Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication emotions mental health special needs