PARENTING HUB
Blog – Parenting Hub
Blog
PARENTING HUB
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Imagine waking up one morning and suddenly realizing that the person sitting across the dinner table—your spirited, smart teenager, feels like a completely different person than they did yesterday. Maybe they’re quieter, more shut down, or unexpectedly overwhelmed by things that used to be no big deal. If that hits close to home, take a
Estimated reading time: 11 minutes Parenting a child with autism can feel like a daily balancing act—where big emotions and communication struggles aren’t misbehavior, but signs of a dysregulated brain. That’s why I use neurofeedback: a science-backed, drug-free way to calm the brain so your child can focus, regulate, and truly connect. What is Neurofeedback and How Does It Work
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Autism and executive functioning often go hand in hand, making everyday things—from starting homework to managing emotions—feel overwhelming for both kids and parents. In this article, you’ll learn what executive functioning is in autistic children, how it shows up, how to tell when your child is struggling, and what science-backed, parent-friendly strategies you can use
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an increasingly common neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts the learning, emotional, social and behavioral functioning of children and adults.
If every school morning feels like a battle, you’re not alone. Forgetting homework, taking forever to get ready, or melting down over small requests are often signs of executive functioning challenges—not laziness. When these brain skills lag, kids feel ashamed and parents feel drained, but understanding the root issue opens the door to real support. In this guide, we’ll cover:
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Having a child with autism can turn everyday moments into uphill battles, from bedtime struggles to social rejection at school. The weight of it all can leave parents feeling exhausted, isolated, and unsure where to turn. In this post, we’ll explore the real ways life shifts for families, the emotional load on parents and siblings,
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Ever wonder why your bright child struggles so hard with reading? Dyslexia shows up in about one in five kids. That number might sound heavy, but it doesn’t slam doors shut—it just means their brain takes a different route, almost like choosing a scenic back road instead of the highway. When we calm the brain
SPD means that your child’s brain has a hard time taking in and responding to sensory based information. Previously called a sensory integration dysfunction, it is not considered a distinct medical diagnosis which can be difficult for parents. Children with SPD can have developmental difficulties, such as speech delays, because their sensory conditions impact their ability to focus. However, parents should keep in mind these deficits can often be overcome with the proper treatment.
You may be considering neurofeedback as a natural treatment option for your child with a neurodevelopmental, processing, or learning disorder. And you should because neurofeedback is a treatment with a proven track record of improving brain functioning without any harmful side effects like those that come from psychiatric medications. You may be asking yourself, “What exactly is neurofeedback?” Neurofeedback is
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Imagine waking up one morning and suddenly realizing that the person sitting across the dinner table—your spirited, smart teenager, feels like a completely different person than they did yesterday. Maybe they’re quieter, more shut down, or unexpectedly overwhelmed by things that used to be no big deal. If that hits close to home, take a
Estimated reading time: 11 minutes Parenting a child with autism can feel like a daily balancing act—where big emotions and communication struggles aren’t misbehavior, but signs of a dysregulated brain. That’s why I use neurofeedback: a science-backed, drug-free way to calm the brain so your child can focus, regulate, and truly connect. What is Neurofeedback and How Does It Work
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Autism and executive functioning often go hand in hand, making everyday things—from starting homework to managing emotions—feel overwhelming for both kids and parents. In this article, you’ll learn what executive functioning is in autistic children, how it shows up, how to tell when your child is struggling, and what science-backed, parent-friendly strategies you can use
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an increasingly common neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts the learning, emotional, social and behavioral functioning of children and adults.
If every school morning feels like a battle, you’re not alone. Forgetting homework, taking forever to get ready, or melting down over small requests are often signs of executive functioning challenges—not laziness. When these brain skills lag, kids feel ashamed and parents feel drained, but understanding the root issue opens the door to real support. In this guide, we’ll cover:
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Having a child with autism can turn everyday moments into uphill battles, from bedtime struggles to social rejection at school. The weight of it all can leave parents feeling exhausted, isolated, and unsure where to turn. In this post, we’ll explore the real ways life shifts for families, the emotional load on parents and siblings,
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Ever wonder why your bright child struggles so hard with reading? Dyslexia shows up in about one in five kids. That number might sound heavy, but it doesn’t slam doors shut—it just means their brain takes a different route, almost like choosing a scenic back road instead of the highway. When we calm the brain
SPD means that your child’s brain has a hard time taking in and responding to sensory based information. Previously called a sensory integration dysfunction, it is not considered a distinct medical diagnosis which can be difficult for parents. Children with SPD can have developmental difficulties, such as speech delays, because their sensory conditions impact their ability to focus. However, parents should keep in mind these deficits can often be overcome with the proper treatment.
You may be considering neurofeedback as a natural treatment option for your child with a neurodevelopmental, processing, or learning disorder. And you should because neurofeedback is a treatment with a proven track record of improving brain functioning without any harmful side effects like those that come from psychiatric medications. You may be asking yourself, “What exactly is neurofeedback?” Neurofeedback is
The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment vary by patient and condition. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC does not guarantee certain results.