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🌟Sensory🌟 Sensory overwhelm from for example: loud noises or a noisy environment, bright lights, change in temperature, unexpected touch, smells, irritating clothing, etc. Triggers are unique to the child’s sensory profile. Some kiddos can meltdowns due to understimulation as well! 🌟Routine Changes🌟 A lot of Autistic / neurodivergent kiddos rely on routines to regulate. When these kiddos are faced with unexpected ones routines or events, they often perceive it as a threat to their safety and meltdown. 🌟Demands🌟 What is easy for typically developing kids can feel impossible for Autistic/ ADHS kids. Often times they don’t have the ability to communicate that the reasons they can’t meet the demand, and instead meltdown under the stress. For PDA kiddos, demands can cause extreme anxiety and be a major trigger. 🌟Social Occasions🌟 Social events come with more noise and stimulation and unpredictability on top of demands to communicate and navigate social interactions. A build-up of challenging, unsuccessful social interactions and overstimulation can lead to meltdowns and avoidance of social gatherings. 💡It's SO important to understand why your child is having meltdowns to help them. As hard as it is on parents dealing with meltdowns, its even harder on the kiddo melting down so we really need to get to the root causes and address them so they aren't having to go through the pain and exhaustion of melting down often. In essence, it's about learning what will increase your child's inner sense of safety and increase their emotional regulation. Helping kids and parents with meltdowns is my thing! I love supporting my clients in making changes that lead to calmer, happier kiddos. If you'd like some support with meltdowns, I have a FREE guide you can download right here! www.madeleinewellness.com #autismparenting #meltdowns #neurodivergentkids #holistickidshealth #sensoryprocessingintigration

From a very young age, children start to learn about society’s ‘ideal’ expectations of what bodies should look like to be deemed worthy, attractive or successful. It’s not just girls who are impacted – young boys are increasingly reporting a desire for a more muscular body, and it’s not difficult to see why when such emphasis is placed on muscularity as an indicator of attractiveness and success for men, particularly through media like action or super-hero films, books and toys. In this article, writer Rachel Friedman describes how despite her best efforts to keep diet culture and appearance-focused media out of the home, her 7-year-old has begun to internalise the muscular ideal through comparing his body to superheroes & action figures. Experts also highlight the ‘red flags’ to look out for that your child might be experiencing something more serious, how to know if #disorderedeating behaviours are influenced by #bodyimage concerns or something else like #trauma, and the conversations to have with young people to help. Read more ⬇ https://lnkd.in/gsMiMG6t

When you have a purpose and a mission for creating your company, it gives you so much more drive, motivation, and joy knowing you’re fulfilling what your heart feels aligned with. For me, one of the reasons for our existence is to love and be of service to others. Situations in my journey made me open my heart more, love unconditionally, and want to fulfill my purpose in life. That’s the reason I started my company, especially after a pivotal point in my life having quadruple open heart surgery in 2019. Sometimes it takes something significant to wake you up to change the direction of your life. The reason behind starting my company is to help kids lead healthier lives in body, mind, and soul. I am deeply passionate about autism and mental illness awareness in children, driven further by the recent tragedy in San Bernardino, California. The incident involving an untrained deputy killing a 15-year-old autistic kid having a meltdown #ryangainer has fueled my desire to bring autism and mental illness awareness to law officials. Training deputies in how to respond to kids with autism having a meltdown could prevent such unfortunate events. This is the purpose behind Vitamals. My mission is for kids to understand that what they eat and drink affects them. Many children consume sugary beverages throughout the day, contributing to various illnesses. That's why I created an alternative - healthy, all natural, sugar-free vitamin and mineral infused water for kids. Join my journey in helping kids lead a healthier lifestyle.. let’s make a difference in their lives together. I am currently in my second production of.Vitamals. 0 Sugar, 5 Calories. 100% B3, B5, B6, B12. 25% D3 K-1. 25% selenium and chromium. Colored with vegetable and juice. there are six hydrating delicious kid, friendly flavors. Vitamals.co. #sugarfree #allnatural #vitaminsandminerals #autism #obesity #healthylifesyle #diabetes #adhd #sports #stopbullying

Hey moms, ever feel like you're playing detective trying to figure out your child's emotions? Especially when it comes to anxiety, it can be a real puzzle. 🧩 Kids and teens often struggle to express what they're feeling, leaving us guessing and sometimes straining family dynamics. 😕 Did you know? Anxiety is more prevalent in kids dealing with ADHD, immune challenges, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances. 🚨 Here are some signs your child might be grappling with anxiety: • Constantly feeling on edge or restless 🌀 • Easily getting tired and worn out ⚠️ • Trouble focusing or having a blank mind ‼️ • Quick to irritate or get angry 😡 • Persistent muscle tension or tightness ⛔️ • Regularly needing to stretch or 'crack' their neck and back ❌ • Struggling to control worry 💭 • Sleep issues, like difficulty falling or staying asleep 💤 • Ongoing digestive problems 🛑 At Vanella Chiropractic, we're all about understanding your child's needs. Our non-invasive neuro-scanning technology, including heart rate variability and surface electromyography, helps us detect signs of neurological stress and muscle tension linked to anxiety. 🧠✨ Ready to get to the heart of your child's anxiety? Visit our bio to schedule a visit. Let's work together for your child's happier, calmer tomorrow. 💚 #ChildAnxiety #UnderstandingEmotions #ParentingChallenges #NeurologicalHealth #VanellaChiropractic #HealthyKids #FamilyWellness #MentalHealthAwareness #NervousSystemCare 🌟👨👩👧👦✨

grandma says your kid just needs to sit at the table and eat the food that’s presented. and if he doesn’t, then he’s spoiled. but you know for your autistic child that he does best with his safe foods and that large family gatherings are very overstimulating. have you planned out how you will react to a situation like that? you’ll want to handle situations calmly and confidently, without feeling overwhelmed or reactive >> so preparation is key. rehearsing responses can empower you to stay present and respond with composure. it will keep your nervous system regulated. comment HOLIDAY and I’ll send you the podcast episode where I review my best tips for navigating this holiday season with your autistic child. a must listen as we head into Christmas week and lots of family gatherings. #navigatingtheholidays #navigatingautism #autism #autismjourney #autismsupport . . . DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Taylor Day "Dr. Tay" on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It’s intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Tay always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It’s important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, she is unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

Never knew kids that small could teach us so many good habits and bring about such a positive lifestyle shift. Tending to the needs of a small baby can be overwhelming and exhausting. And I read something around the lines of - your baby enters your world, not you, theirs. Now this was supposed to bring me some peace because it meant that the baby has to adapt and learn to live our way of life. But instead, it created a slight panic because I realised just how messed up our world actually is - - busy lives, the stress, the constant worry - lack of attention towards our health and eating habits - addiction to screens and other vices Do I want my kid to adapt to this far from ideal world? Absolutely not. Some might argue that it's exaggerated parental paranoia because kids that small can barely tell the difference between wrong and right, good or bad. Yes, exactly my point. The kid does not know any better, but we as parents, with all our degrees, ought to. Even before they start walking, kids are observing, subconsciously picking from the smallest of our behaviours and mannerisms, all eventually adding up to become elements of their core. And we definitely want to guard that core against all the noise and distractions out there, as much as we can. So not sure who's teaching who all these good habits, but here are a few changes that we as parents, very consciously brought about that we don't mind our daughter adapting to - 1. Less screen time - using our mobiles phones less around her; significantly restricting OTT hours to only after she's slept 2. Waking up early - this one we don't have much choice or say in. She called the shots on this one and made us proud members of the 5 am club. Are we complaining? Not so much :) 3. Being more active - less screens means more nature. Stepping out for walks and hikes. Also there's a lot of running around after a toddler and let's just say we are doing alright on our step count for the day 4. Reading - trying our best to raise a reader and that requires us to be reading more to her and also reading more around her We are living more in the moment, smiling more often and re-discovering the world with an additional pair of eyes and innocence. Leading by example has never been this rewarding :)

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 Suppressing emotions can wreak havoc on both mental and physical health. When we bottle up our feelings, they don't vanish but instead build up, potentially leading to anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬: Gross and John (2003): Emotional suppression is linked to lower well-being and higher distress levels. Richards and Gross (2000): Suppression during stress leads to increased physiological arousal like higher heart rates and blood pressure, risking long-term health issues like cardiovascular disease. 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 & 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟: Create a Safe Environment Model Emotional Expression Use Emotional Language Encourage Creative Expression Validate Emotions 'By showing up to emotions, stepping out to gain perspective, walking your why to align with values, and moving on with intentional changes, individuals can navigate their emotional landscapes more effectively'. By fostering an environment that supports open communication and emotional literacy, we help children develop healthier ways, leading to better outcomes in adulthood. 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: DM us or Join WhatsApp group to learn more about our courses designed to support emotional growth in children or to join our programs yourself! https://lnkd.in/dYZZJ7J6 #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #ParentingTips #HealthyKids #EshaJain In 1967, these children from St Teresa’s Primary School in Belfast talked to Harold Williamson about their feelings. BBC recording, do listen 👇

This post is for those who have grown apart from the digital media. Getting back may seem like a huge task. In fact, it is a huge task. Once you take the detox period, you understand how heavy digital consumption can mess you up and make you restless. Prior to this digital revolution, there were people who had great focus even on mundane tasks. There were people who'd do routine activities and never complain of getting 'bored'. Today, our general public is dopamine deficient. Dopamine deficiency is closely linked with ADHD. Continuous reels/shorts/social media consumption leads to dopamine deficiency. Watching a plethora of multi-emotion short videos/posts can mess up the brain's reward system. A happy post then a sad post and then a grim post, within a few seconds can make the brain confused and clouded. Once all of these conflicting hormones are released, the brain doesn't know what to do. It becomes stressed. A large section of the world's population is on the verge of becoming ADHD. What do you think, should we think better for ourselves and make rules for our screen times and diligently implement them? #healthcare #socialemediamarketing #productivity

Decades before "Social Media" was a thing, two female psychologists coined the term "imposter syndrome" in the 1970s. Since those psychologists first observed high-achieving female clients who were plagued with thoughts of inadequacy, feeling "less than," not feeling worthy of notable accomplishments, etc., social media seems only to be dumping fuel on the wildfires of imposter syndrome within people of all ages. While I felt the effects of imposter syndrome (perfectionism, feeling "less than" others, never measuring up, etc.) as a kid well into adulthood, the term "imposter syndrome" was foreign to me until just a few years ago. While I wrote my book "Silence the Imposter" with other adults in mind, the more conversations I had with readers of my book, the more it became clear that social media is impacting pre-teens, adolescents, and beyond. (Heck, the imposter didn't wait until I was 21 to start whispering in my ear. It tormented me from the time I was eight or nine years old.) Whether you are a college student, a young professional, a seasoned executive, or someone with kids in middle school or high school, the need to silence the imposter seems more imperative now than ever, given the pressures to compete & compare. Regardless of our age, it's time to silence the imposter. Agree? If you or someone you love might struggle with imposter syndrome, "Silence the Imposter" could change their life. (Link in comments.) #imposter #impostersyndrome #anythingbuttypical BGW CPA, PLLC

I've just finished Jonathan Haidt's 'Anxious Generation.' In it Haidt argues that the combination of smartphones and social media has harmed the generations that grew up with this development through exposure to age inappropriate experiences (in a nutshell), and proposes corrective actions for parents, schools, and governments. I found it thought-provoking and in places very convincing. Although...as someone who sometimes pines for the days of dial-up broadband and flip phones of my teen years, I wonder how much nostalgia plays into (and, for some, taints) the comparison of current youth experiences with those of older generations. I imagine my Nickelodeon/ cable TV addiction would probably rival many kids' use of social media today, at least in terms of time lost to distraction and non-outdoor 'play'. That said, I do think the online element, combined with the size and therefore the potency of some platforms, makes the current dynamic different and more problematic in many ways. Separately, I wonder how far Haidt's thesis would hold if richer data were available from a wider range of geographies, for children from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds and with differentiated needs. Has anyone else in my network read Haidt's book? What do they think? Does anyone know of alternative theories for explaining the stark trends in children's mental health which Haidt references?