Blog

  1. Home
  3. Blog
    4. (Page 3)

What is ABA? Myths, Facts, And Who Can Benefit

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , , , , , , ,
By Dr. Cat Baker, PhD, BCBA-D There is quite a bit of misunderstanding about what Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is all about. Similarly, there are a lot of misconceptions about who it can benefit. If you’re familiar with the ideas behind positive reinforcement, then you know just a very small bit about this work, but…

Brain Breaks for Parenting Self-Care

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , , , , ,
By Dr. Cat Baker, PhD, BCBA-D I know we talk about brain breaks with our kiddo clients all the time, but brain breaks are not just for the benefit of your kids- they give you those same perks! Implementing these breaks throughout the day will decrease stress, promote patience, and greatly improve your mood. This…

Impulsivity in Children with ADHD

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , , , , , , , ,
 By Kissel Goldman, PhD, BCBA-D and Dr. Cat Baker, PhD, BCBA-D  Impulsivity is one of many diagnostic criteria for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Impulsivity is when a person engages in behaviors to get small, immediate rewards instead of behaviors that result in larger, more delayed rewards. For example, a person who chooses to eat…

Talking to Your Child About Difficult Situations

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , , , ,
By: Lisa Maddox, MS, RMHCI Kids are not afraid to ask difficult questions.  Who could blame them? There are a lot of difficult questions to be asked these days! Our children are experiencing the same world events that we are, they just don’t have the framework to understand them. So, what do you do as…

Behavioral Treatment for Tics: First-Line Intervention

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , ,
By: Kissel Goldman, PhD Tics are movements, twitches, words, or noises that seem to happen for no reason. A person may not even know that they are “ticcing”. Treatments for tics usually involve medication and/or behavioral therapy. About a year ago, the American Academy of Neurology published a research paper and press release in which…

The Battle for the ZZZs

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , , , , ,
By: Brittany Williamson, MS, LMHC and Dr. Cat Baker, PhD, BCBA-D Parents of school-age children can attest that the sleep struggle is real. We consistently receive questions and concerns regarding sleep, sleep hygiene, and parental frustration regarding sleep. While it may seem the cards are stacked against us in this battle for the ZZZ’s with…

The Caffeinated Brain and Anxiety

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , , , ,
By Brittany Williamson, MS, LMHC Wired.  Buzzed.  Pumped.  Jolted.  These are all words used to describe a caffeinated brain. Overwhelming words for a parent especially when trying to restore order, get homework done or tuck the kiddos in bed for the night. And yet, a 2016 study published in the journal Pediatrics reports that 73%…

Overcoming and Redefining Disability

Florida Children's Institute
, , , , , , , , ,
By Dr. Cat Baker, PhD, BCBA-D Why did I create Florida Children’s Institute and Positive Parenting Institute? To give children who learn differently a place that understands them and to help children reach their potential despite the challenges they face. But why are those such important issues for me? Let me let you in on…
Download Your Free Calming Techniques Guide Now
Menu