by Debbie Hopper | Jun 17, 2019 | Blog, Meltdowns and Tantrums
At a Glance:A sensory meltdown is not a tantrumIt is a reaction to sensory overwhelmThe best response to a meltdown is to lower the stimulation levelAny parent knows the dread of a public tantrum. You feel as if all eyes are judging your (obviously inferior) parenting...
by Debbie Hopper | Dec 10, 2018 | Autism, Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Child Development, Encouragement, Meltdowns and Tantrums, Sensory Processing
Ready to have a sensory safe Christmas in the Winter? LifeSkills4Kids is based in Australia, but we know that some of our readers live on the other side of the world, where your Christmas will be considerably colder! So, let’s take a look at preparing for a...
by Debbie Hopper | Apr 12, 2018 | Anxiety, Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Meltdowns and Tantrums
As an adult, finding ways to help your child with learning difficulties deal with anxiety is a vital part of enabling them to feel safe, secure and loved. Young people who have learning difficulties need help, understanding and respect to allow them to thrive in...
by Debbie Hopper | Mar 15, 2018 | Autism, autism spectrum disorder, Blog, Child Behaviour, Just Right Kids, Meltdowns and Tantrums
Written By Deb Hopper, Occupational Therapist Do you struggle in supporting emotional well being at home for your ASD child? As parents, we all want our kids to be happy, well adjusted and enjoying life. Kids with ASD respond to using visuals to understand routines,...
by Debbie Hopper | Nov 1, 2017 | Autism, autism spectrum disorder, Blog, Child Behaviour, Meltdowns and Tantrums, Sensory Processing
In some toddlers, or even older children, parents may notice an unusual dislike to noise or light, or a clumsy attitude or distressful reaction during basic self-care tasks like tying their shoe laces or brushing teeth. However, it can be more disturbing in situations...
by Debbie Hopper | Sep 21, 2017 | Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Child Development, Encouragement, Gross Motor, Meltdowns and Tantrums, Sensory Processing, Sensory Resources, Sensory Toys
Overwhelmed: A Child’s Safe Space Written by Deb Hopper Published in Navigating through the day as a child can be an exhilarating, yet daunting process. There is the fun and joy of play, friends and family. There is also the challenge of meeting new people, the social...
