Tag Archives: social communication

Five reasons limiting electronics is harder for kids with mental health conditions

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Dr. G

I am suggesting that parents consider why their child’s reactions to being parented in their use of technology are so extreme and to consider how they might address the “why” that fuels their child’s apparent addiction to their electronic toys. Continue reading →

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The suicide epidemic among high-functioning persons with autism

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Dr. G

Adults with autism and no intellectual disability are over NINE TIMES MORE LIKELY to commit suicide when compared to their age-matched peers. Continue reading →

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Seven reasons church attendance is difficult when kids have mental illness…

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Dr. G

Today, we’ll start by identifying seven reasons church attendance/participation is difficult for families of kids with mental illness.
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“Doing church” when kids struggle with social communication…

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Dr. G

Let’s consider the challenges a kid would experience who has difficulty picking up on body language or the meaning behind the tone and inflection of speech if their parents decided to start attending your church. Continue reading →

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