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- Slowing Down to Speed Up - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2009 from Nicole BeurkensWhy does it seem that everything has to be done at warp speed these days? Everyone is in a rush to get where they are going and to do what needs to be done. It seems the older a person gets, the faster the years fly by. Is it because we get so busy and are in such a hurry that we miss whole ...
Views: 511 - Parenting Thoughts for the New Year: Changing “I Should” to “I Could” - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2009 from Nicole BeurkensThe start of a new calendar year tends to be a time for us to reflect on the past year, and also make plans for what we envision in the 12 months ahead. Some people make resolutions, write to-do lists, or set goals for themselves. What often happens with these lists and resolutions, however, ...
Views: 552 - Language Processing - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensOver the course of the last month, I have been doing some renewed thinking on language processing. With this reflection, I have come to realize that I take processing for granted so often that I wonder just how much gets missed on a day to day basis. If we really stop and think about processing ...
Views: 510 - How to Thrive During This Busy Time of Year! - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensThe snow is falling here in Michigan, and the winter season has begun to set in. Neighborhoods are buzzing with children sledding down snow covered hills, and families are busily decorating their homes. It really is “beginning to feel a lot like Christmas!” Before we know it, school winter ...
Views: 840 - Experience Sharing Communication - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensTake a moment to read this short conversation between a mother and son. As you read, think about what is being communicated. Are you able to get a picture in your head? “Hey mom, you’ll never believe this! I saw a baby turtle in the road.” “Really, I wonder how big ...
Views: 776 - A Journey Through Infant Development: The Sixth Month - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensDevelopment is a complex process, and truly amazing when you break it down. Each little gain that a child makes is a miracle, especially when you begin to look at the complexity of the brain. The ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (VLPFC) is the part of the brain used to read and understand ...
Views: 553 - Nonverbal Communication: What's it all about? Part 3 - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensWe use 8 different types of nonverbal communication without even thinking about it. What are they and how do these skills affect children with developmental disabilities? Part 3 of 3. This is part 3 of a 3 part series on nonverbal communication in children. Working to improve the use and ...
Views: 546 - Nonverbal Communication: What's it all about? Part 2 - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensWe use 8 different types of nonverbal communication without even thinking about it. What are they and how do these skills affect children with developmental disabilities? Part 2 of 3. This is part 2 of a 3 part series on nonverbal communication in children. By the time most children are one ...
Views: 798 - Nonverbal Communication: What's it all about? Part 1 - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensThis is part 1 of a 3 part series on nonverbal communication. Communication is critical to continued human development throughout our life span. It is what allows us to share thoughts, feelings, wonderings, and knowledge with others. Whether you are a verbal or nonverbal communicator, the ...
Views: 717 - Communication is Dynamic Part 2 - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensIn Part 1, I explained the broadband process of communication. Here, I will explain how it affects children with autism spectrum disorders. When talking on the phone, you have lost the ability to gather information from your speaking partner’s facial expressions, gestures, and body ...
Views: 581 - Communication is Dynamic Part 1 - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensCommunication is a dynamic process. It goes way beyond the words we say. Many people interchange the words communication, language, and speech; but these terms are not synonymous. Speech refers to the actual words or sounds that are coming from your mouth. Language is the grammar, meaning ...
Views: 884 - A Journey Through Infant Development: The Third Month - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensI continue to be amazed by the huge strides that my little baby boy is making. Child development happens so quickly! When I see an infant who is younger than my little guy, I realize just how much he has grown in such a short time. He’s stronger, has better vision, and definitely knows ...
Views: 571 - Treating Feeding Difficulties In The School Environment - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensThere are many children within the school environment that have feeding difficulties. For these children, the task of eating lunch and snack at school is a daunting one. However, lunch and snack time can present the perfect opportunity for addressing feeding difficulties if given the necessary ...
Views: 520 - Simple Activity Ideas For Summer Fun - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensSummer is in full swing here Michigan. We are enjoying the warm and sometimes humid days and the extra hours of sunlight. School has been out of session now for over a month, and for many families the feeling of restlessness is beginning to set in. Some of you may be feeling overwhelmed by ...
Views: 603 - Simple Variations To Summer Routines - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2008 from Nicole BeurkensSchool has been dismissed now for almost a month, and families may start becoming restless with the lackadaisical days of summer. For many families, this is the time of year to unwind from the business of the school year and enjoy each other’s company. But for other families this time of the ...
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