Do You Feel Sorry for Your Atypical Child?
Feeling sorry for a child who struggles with a special need is a common, understandable reaction fro
Rita Eichenstein, Ph.D. Articles
7 Things to Do After Your Child's Special Needs Diagnosis
Receiving a special needs diagnosis for your child can be overwhelming. Here are seven steps to foll
Change Your Own Attitude to Help Your Child Do Better in School
Parents' attitudes have a tremendous impact on how their children experience school, especially if t
Forming a Bond with Your Child with Autism
Your child with autism wants to form a secure bond with you, even if it doesn’t always seem that way
How to Discuss Your Child's Diagnosis with Your Child
How do we help our children understand their issues and teach them to advocate for themselves? Demys
What to Do if Your Child Has Challenging Symptoms but No Official Diagnosis
Your child has challenging symptoms, but no diagnosis. That means no official services, and plenty o
Managing Your Emotions After Your Child’s Special Needs Diagnosis
From anger and denial to acceptance and joy, parents of children with special needs are sure to expe
What to Do When You're at the End of Your Rope
As parents, we all have meltdowns now and then. Dr. Rita Eichenstein suggests key ways to deal with
