Maintaining a Positive Mindset Through Social ActivitiesAs the new school year begins, it’s essential to help children balance the demands of academics with activities that foster a positive mindset. At Kids Like Me, we understand the importance of providing enriching opportunities for children to engage in social activities and hobbies that help reduce stress and promote overall well-being. Here’s how you can support your child in using their interests to boost their mindset whi...
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Helpful Tips to Ease Back-to-School Anxiety
Helpful Tips to Ease Back-to-School AnxietyAs the summer winds down, the anticipation of a new school year begins to build. While this time of year can bring excitement, it can also trigger anxiety, especially for neurodivergent kids. Children with neurodiverse conditions, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences, may experience heightened stress and worry as they face the unknowns of a new school year. Understanding and addressing this anxiety is key to hel...
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6 Ways Summer Camps Help Neurodivergent Children Build Social Skills & Independence
If you’ve been considering summer camps for your neurodivergent child, you might be wondering how these camps can benefit them. Summer camps are not just about outdoor activities, although those can be quite fun as well. They are also fantastic environments for helping neurodivergent children, such as those with ADHD or across the autism spectrum, to develop social skills and independence. Here are the top 6 ways summer camps can be an invaluable experience for your child.
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From Awareness to Acceptance: Empowering Kids and Teens Across the Autism Spectrum
From Awareness to Acceptance: Empowering Kids and Teens Across the Autism Spectrum
April marks Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate neurodiversity and promote understanding and acceptance of individuals on the autism spectrum. Transitioning from autism awareness to acceptance involves a fundamental shift in mindset and approach. While awareness is important for understanding the existence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), acceptance goes beyond mere acknowledgment to em...
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Top 5 Reasons Why Specialized Day Camps are Beneficial for Children with Special Needs
Have you started thinking about summer activities for your child? With Spring around the corner, summer will be here before you know it, and early planning will allow your family time to carefully research and take proactive steps to explore and secure fulfilling summer activities for your child. If your child has special needs, you may find yourself wondering how to best provide them with a fulfilling and supportive experience during the break from school. Specialized day camps for children w...
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Building Bonds: Neurodiverse Girls and Their Path to Friendship
An interesting discovery in the area of autism reveals a significant underdiagnosis of autism among females. In fact, the prevalence remains at a ratio of four boys diagnosed for every one girl, and at our most recent Kids Like Me summer program, girls encompassed just 6% of the camper population.
Because girls are underdiagnosed with autism, their specific needs often go unmet. Socially, many young girls take part in “masking”— when individuals mimic social behaviors and interests to fit...
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