Having a child with special needs brings a whole new range of emotions and practicalities to your role as a parent. How do you manage his day-to-day routine and any behaviour issues that may arise? How do you help him learn, grow and achieve his full potential? And if you have other children, how do you balance their needs with his? Our experts have all the answers.
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- Your ADHD child - our top tips for getting the best out of him
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Many parents whose children have ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) find themselves trapped in a loop of negativity, constantly telling their kids off. But it is possible to be positive…
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Supernanny Team
20 February 2008
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- New hope for parents of autistic children
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New research appears to show that autistic children can make vast improvements in their language and social skills as they grow older. The study, which will bring hope to thousands of parents, implies that children do change and develop with age, and that they may be able to live a more “normal” life...
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Supernanny Team
28 November 2007
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- Special Needs and Your Relationship
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For a relationship that’s fragile or unstable, a child with a disability can be the last straw. If you and your partner are parenting a child with special needs, here are some suggestions to help your relationship survive the challenges.
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Dr Robert Naseef
(Supernanny Expert)
26 April 2007
5/5 stars (rated 2 times)
- Your very special child
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Having a child with a disability or chronic illness has a huge impact on you and your other children. Special-needs children can take up a lot of your time, meaning that any brothers and sisters can feel left out. It also places stress on your relationship – especially if you don’t work together to keep your family strong and united.
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Supernanny Team
26 April 2007
3/5 stars (rated 1 time)
- Parents' Guide to Autism
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You’re familiar with the term, but how does autism actually affect a child? How can you tell if your child may be autistic? And what should you do if you see the signs…?
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National Autistic Society
(Supernanny Expert)
14 February 2007
5/5 stars (rated 1 time)
- Behaviour and Discipline issues for children with Autism
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Children with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome have unique behaviour issues. The National Autistic Society has some simple and effective strategies for dealing with behaviour at home and in public.
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National Autistic Society
(Supernanny Expert)
15 January 2007
5/5 stars (rated 1 time)
- Autism - a parent's perspective
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It took six frustrating years to get a diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome for Claire’s eldest son Jack. Here Claire describes how her son’s autism affects the whole family, and offers her personal tips and resources for other parents.
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Claire House
(Supernanny Member)
15 January 2007
(Not rated)
- Understanding Autism - one Mum's story
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Wonder Mum Dawn Prowse is mother to eight children, two of whom are on the autistic spectrum. In this interview, she describes the process of diagnosis, treatment and support for her boys – and the relief of having a ‘label’ for her children’s behaviour.
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Dawn Prowse
(Supernanny Member)
15 January 2007
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