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Introducing Kaydon Schanberger!
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Introducing Kaydon Schanberger!

sdkf2022-06-22T20:56:43+00:00

Summer services offered include: Social/Emotional Skills Development (Social Emotional Learning Curriculum) Dysgraphia/Fine Motor & Handwriting Skills (Learning Without Tears Curriculum) Dyslexia/Reading Skills Development (Orton Gillingham Curriculum) Social emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and [...]

Introducing Kaydon Schanberger!sdkf2022-06-22T20:56:43+00:00

Dr. Pontillo’s Article For Francis Parkers Mental Health Pamphlet
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Dr. Pontillo’s Article For Francis Parkers Mental Health Pamphlet

sdkf2025-08-04T14:33:26+00:00

As a parent, as well as a professional who works with children, adolescents, and their families, I’d like to acknowledge how long, winding and strange the pandemic road has been for all of us! Nearly all of our normal structures and routines have been abolished or transformed into something different—and often, not for the better. [...]

Dr. Pontillo’s Article For Francis Parkers Mental Health Pamphletsdkf2025-08-04T14:33:26+00:00

Potty Training, Constipation, and Anxiety
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Potty Training, Constipation, and Anxiety

sdkf2014-05-06T09:10:59+00:00

Hello Dr Deb, I have been trying to toilet train my almost 3 year old daughter for 4.5 months. We gave it a break after no progress with doing a poo on the toilet. She seems anxious and can't let go even if she is desperate and has already started going. We are on our [...]

Potty Training, Constipation, and Anxietysdkf2014-05-06T09:10:59+00:00

What to Expect when raising a child with Asperger’s/Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder
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What to Expect when raising a child with Asperger’s/Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder

sdkf2014-05-16T09:13:34+00:00

Question: I would love more information on raising a child with Aspergers. Thank you! Answer: I appreciate this question and while it is very general (and I could write books on the topic!) I thought I would start by giving families a little bit of a ‘what to expect’ when raising a child with [...]

What to Expect when raising a child with Asperger’s/Mild Autism Spectrum Disordersdkf2014-05-16T09:13:34+00:00

Is sensory processing disorder (SPD) the new ‘catch phrase? Are we over-diagnosing?
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Is sensory processing disorder (SPD) the new ‘catch phrase? Are we over-diagnosing?

sdkf2014-05-29T01:01:34+00:00

Question: "What is your opinion on "sensory processing delay"and OT therapy? Is this being overly diagnosed in your opinion and the new catch phrase? Thank you." -K Dear K: Thank you so much for submitting this question. I think there are many parents like yourselves who share the same concerns. To provide you the [...]

Is sensory processing disorder (SPD) the new ‘catch phrase? Are we over-diagnosing?sdkf2014-05-29T01:01:34+00:00

Tips For Parents on How to Talk to Your Child about the School Shooting in Newtown, Connecticut
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Tips For Parents on How to Talk to Your Child about the School Shooting in Newtown, Connecticut

sdkf2012-12-19T23:21:51+00:00

The tragic event that took place on December 14th at Sandy Hook Elementary claimed the lives of 26 individuals, 20 of whom were children. Most of us, especially those of us who are parents, may experience a variety of emotions, from shock, disbelief, and confusion to, grief, loss, fear, and anxiety. Although such feelings are [...]

Tips For Parents on How to Talk to Your Child about the School Shooting in Newtown, Connecticutsdkf2012-12-19T23:21:51+00:00