07 May2020May 7, 2020
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Avoiding the “Good Job!” Habit

Avoiding the “Good Job!” Habit

By Diane Cullinane M.D. “‘Good job!’ is a phrase used frequently during treatment sessions with autistic children. What message does a child receive from hearing, ‘Good Job!’? We hope they hear our interest, encouragement and approval. However, when ‘Good Job!’ becomes a habit, is it still successful in conveying this meaning? Or, does it simply...

06 Jun2019June 6, 2019
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PLAY Project Referenced in Motherly Publication

PLAY Project Referenced in Motherly Publication

“Play provides a beautiful avenue for relating, learning, and just having fun in and of itself,” explains Ashley Case, a pediatric occupational therapist by profession and a full-time mom, in her article published on Motherly: “To the parents who don’t think they’re good at ‘playing’—you are.” Case encourages parents to play with their children, provides...

10 Dec2012December 10, 2012
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What Some Say about Play

Below are just a few quotes on the importance of play in childhood.  Play has long been recognized/quoted as an important aspect of childhood growth and development and we couldn’t agree more! Children need the freedom and time to play. Play is not a luxury. Play is a necessity. ~Kay Redfield Jamison Contemporary American professor...