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October 7, 2019

11 October 2019, News of the Week, Newsletter, School Psych

[Source: Medical News Today] For children, a parent’s tone of voice can make all the difference to their emotions and responses. A recent study found that teens are far less likely to respond to their mother if she uses a “controlling” tone…...

October 3, 2019

4 October 2019, Job, Newsletter, SLP

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Full time position available for the remainder of the school year! Seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to work with two elementary schools in the vicinity of Glen Ellyn. * Position requires Speech-Language Pathologist…...

October 3, 2019

4 October 2019, Newsletter, PT, Tip or Resource

[Source: Starfish Therapies] Looking for some fun things to do with the kids that are Halloween Themed and will work on those gross motor skills? Check out these games! Pumpkin Bowling: You can literally use a small round pumpkin or you can…...

October 3, 2019

4 October 2019, Article, Autism, Newsletter

[Source: ABA Learning Lab] Halloween is upon us, and that means most kids (and some adults) are eagerly anticipating dressing up in their favorite costume and enjoying the spoils of trick-or-treating. We grab our biggest pillowcases, our parents make sure our costumes…...

October 3, 2019

4 October 2019, Down Syndrome, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

[Source: NDSS] Today there are still many misconceptions about Down syndrome and those who have it. This guide dispels some of the common myths about Down syndrome. MYTH: Down syndrome is a rare disorder. TRUTH: Down syndrome is the most commonly occurring…...

October 2, 2019

4 October 2019, Cerebral Palsy, News, Newsletter

[Source: World CP Day.org] World CP Day, on Sunday 6 October 2019, is a perfect time to celebrate and learn more about cerebral palsy – the most common physical disability in childhood. Acceptance of diversity and empathy for people living with a…...

October 2, 2019

4 October 2019, Newsletter, SLP, Tip or Resource

October is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month! Here is a great speech-language activity to try with your kiddos!! [Source Speech Time Fun] How can you make your instruction more popping? By using this inferential vocabulary activity, of course! The popcorn in this…...

October 1, 2019

4 October 2019, Job, Newsletter, SLP

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Do you love working with Preschool children? We are seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to work with 3-5 year-olds in their natural environments in the Yamhill, Oregon area for the remainder of this 2019-20…...

October 1, 2019

', 4 October 2019, Job, Newsletter, PT

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Are you an energetic PT with experience working in pediatrics? Join this private pediatric practice located in Southern Riverside County, California. We are seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to join a group…...

October 1, 2019

4 October 2019, News, Newsletter, SLP, Social Skills

[Source: Science Daily] Narcís Parés, a member of the Cognitive Media Technologies research group of the Department of Information and Communication Technologies (DTIC) at UPF, is working on a research line known as “full-body interaction.” At his laboratory, he designs different applications…...