Tips for fussy eaters
Many parents worry about what their children eat or don't eat and how best to deal with picky eating behavior. Here are 14 tips for clear rules and routines to keep mealtimes harmonious and avoid food conflicts.
The autism industry and its origins
Summary (by Ryan B. Collis) of the history of the diagnosis and intervention industry that has emerged since autism emerged as an ontological category in 1943: Alicia Broderick's (2022) book ‚The Autism Industrial Complex: How Branding,...
Avoidance behavior: Function and meaning
The biggest obstacle to cognitive development and learning are the avoidance and defense strategies that a child has developed to protect itself from excessive demands. Being aware of this as a companion opens up completely new paths to understanding and...
When throwing is not a fun game
Throwing objects, from drinking bottles and toys to food, dishes or even feces, can pose great challenges for caregivers and therapists of „early“ children. Because the child often laughs boisterously and finds it so funny...
