ASD Training Lecture 2023
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain. People with ASD often have problems with social communication and interaction, and restricted or repetitive behaviors…
Psychological After-effects of War on Children & Tips on How to Deal with Stressful Situations
The psychological after-effects of war on children can be long-lasting and profound. These effects can persist into adulthood and significantly impact a child's emotional, social, and psychological well-being. Some of…
Social Skills Deficits and Texting
How to know and what to do if SMS (or WhatsApp) creates a mess A few weeks ago, I hosted a couple of yeshiva boys at my Shabbat table. One of…
PERFECTIONISM IN KIDS
Your daughter comes home from school one day and says, “I’m not going back to school anymore.” You inquire why. “Because the teacher gives unfair tests.” “Do you think…
After the Diagnosis: Now What?
My two-year-old was a rambunctious toddler who walked on his toes and ran around the house usually in a diaper. He drooled so much that his shirt would get soaked,…
Meet Ira Grotsky
My background I hold dual degrees in psychology and Special Education from Saint Thomas Aquinas College and Adelphi University, as well as a degree in School Administration & Supervision (S.A.S.) from…
Special Needs Children in the Classroom
Mainstreaming is the integration of special needs children and non-special needs children in the same classroom. When students are not on the educational, physical and or emotional level of their…
The Art of Listening
"Listening" is the Foundation to Good Communication Many of us think that communication is talking; but good communication requires good listening, as well as talking. People don’t realize the necessary…
Using Social Stories to Help ASD Individuals
Using Social Stories to help ASD individuals Many people feel anxious when faced with a new experience, whether it is starting a new school/job, going on a date or taking…