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The Hopatcong School District is pleased to announce that for the 2022-2023 school year, we will begin our first full school year of FREE full-day, high quality preschool program to 3 and 4 year old Hopatcong residents. ( Your child must be 3 or 4 by October 1st)

All Hopatcong children participating in one of these programs will have access to a high-quality preschool program that will prepare them to enter Kindergarten.

The full-day preschool program runs from September-June and takes place Monday through Friday. Calendar days may vary slightly between programs. Each school day is 6 hours long although hours also might vary slightly from program to program.

Tuition based extended day care and summer programs are available at First Impressions Childcare. Please contact these programs for additional information.

We are excited to continue our partnership with First Impressions Childcare and Head Start. Families who meet the income eligibility criteria for Head Start, will continue to benefit from the support and services provided from NORWESCAP Head Start.

If your child was enrolled in one of these programs for the 2021-2022 school (First Impressions or Head Start) and they continue to be age eligible for preschool for the 2022-2023 school year, they will be able to continue in the same program and you do not need to do anything at this time.

If your child is enrolled in one of these programs for the 2021-2022 school year and is eligible for kindergarten for the 2022-2023 school year, re-registration is not required.

If you have moved out of the district, or your plans have changed and you wish to relinquish your spot in the program for the 2022-2023 school year, please send written notification through email to nventresca@hopatcongschools.org .

Who Qualifies For The Preschool Program?

Any Child ages 3, 4 and 5 years old living in Hopatcong. Your child must be 3 or 4 by October 1st)

A child must not be eligible for kindergarten at the time of enrollment (turn 5 on or before October 1, 2022).

If you are interested in having your child participate in one of our preschool programs for the 2022-2023 school year, you must first complete registration HERE. (All spots are currently filled. We are hopeful we will have many more spots open later this year so please still register if you are interested)

We have very limited spots for the 2022-2023 school year. You will be contacted by August 3rd whether you received a spot for the upcoming year.

Contact Information

To get site specific information contact.....
First Impressions Jefferson Head Start
7 Prospect Point Rd. 406 Wills Ave

Lake Hopatcong 07849 Stanhope 07874

(973)663-1880 (973)398-4486

firstimpressionsjefferson@yahoo.com hammondp@norwescap.org
First Impressions Stanhope
154 Brooklyn Road

Stanhope 07874

(973)347-4450
firstimpressionsstanhope@yahoo.com
General preschool questions? Please reach out to...

Nicole Ventresca

Hopatcong Preschool Master Teacher
nventresca@hopatcongschools.org

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Children with ADHD and oppositional defiant disorder are blatantly disobedient, disrespectful, and confrontational. Standard discipline strategies don't work. So what do you do? Follow the strategies in this video to restore order to your home.

Children with ADHD and oppositional defiant disorder take defiant behavior to the extreme. When your traditional discipline methods aren't working, what do you do?

In this video, learn eight new discipline strategies for parents of children with ADHD and ODD.

8 Discipline Rules for Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Children with oppositional defiant disorder are blatantly disobedient, disrespectful, and confrontational.

Standard discipline doesn't work. Instead, follow these strategies for how to discipline a child with oppositional defiant disorder:
1. Treat before you punish.
Never discipline your child for behaviors that are symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD or ADD). Opposition and defiance are sometimes neurological - not intentional. Once your treatment plan has impulsivity under control, you will know which acts are punishable.
2. Exercise away hostility.
A potent tonic for the brain is daily physical exercise for ADHD. It promotes healthy brain function and helps children control aggression.
3. Know your child's patterns.
Note when and where your child's anger flares. Documentation may help identify triggers and suggest effective interventions.
4. Be clear about rules and consequences.
Explain what behavior is expected, and exactly what consequences your child will face for breaking the rules. Then, consistently enforce those rules.
5. Stay cool-headed and under control.
Instead of overreacting - and teaching your child to fear mom or dad - breathe deep and be a model of how to behave when you're upset.
6. Use a code word like 'bubble gum.'
This is a private signal that tells your child to calm down. Your child can also use it to express that he is getting upset. Sometimes, just the words no and stop can push an emotional child over the edge.
7. Stay positive.
Boost your child's self-esteem by "catching" him behaving well and by doling out praise.
8. Call in the professionals.
In some cases, you may need outside help to reset the pattern of disruptive behavior in your home.

Work with a behavioral psychologist to root out the cause of aggression.

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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law that makes available a free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities throughout the nation and ensures special education and related services to those children.

The IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education, and related services to more than 8 million (as of school year 2022-23) eligible infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities.

Infants and toddlers, birth through age 2, with disabilities and their families receive early intervention services under IDEA Part C. Children and youth ages 3 through 21 receive special education and related services under IDEA Part B.

Additionally, the IDEA authorizes:

Formula grants to states to support special education and related services and early intervention services.

Discretionary grants to state educational agencies, institutions of higher education, and other nonprofit organizations to support research, demonstrations, technical assistance and dissemination, technology development, personnel preparation and development, and parent-training and -information centers.

Congress reauthorized the IDEA in 2004 and most recently amended the IDEA through Public Law 114-95, the Every Student Succeeds Act, in December 2015.

In the law, Congress states:

Disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes the right of individuals to participate in or contribute to society. Improving educational results for children with disabilities is an essential element of our national policy of ensuring equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities.

Other Laws for Children with Disabilities

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) provides additional resources of interest for individuals with disabilities and their families.

OCR does not enforce the IDEA; however, OCR does enforce the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504 and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title II rights of IDEA-eligible students with disabilities.

To learn more, visit the OCR's Frequently Asked Questions About Section 504 and the Education of Children with Disabilities.

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Developmental Milestones

This is a time of changes for how teenagers think, feel, and interact with others, and how their bodies grow. Most girls will be physically mature by now, and most will have completed puberty. Boys might still be maturing physically during this time. Your teen might have concerns about her body size, shape, or weight. Eating disorders also can be common, especially among girls. During this time, your teen is developing his unique personality and opinions. Relationships with friends are still important, yet your teen will have other interests as he develops a more clear sense of who he is. This is also an important time to prepare for more independence and responsibility; many teenagers start working, and many will be leaving home soon after high school.

Here is some information on how teens develop:

Emotional/Social Changes

Children in this age group might:

Have more interest in romantic relationships and sexuality.

Go through less conflict with parents.

Show more independence from parents.

Have a deeper capacity for caring and sharing and for developing more intimate relationships.

Spend less time with parents and more time with friends.

Feel a lot of sadness or depression, which can lead to poor grades at school, alcohol or drug use, unsafe sex, and other problems.

Thinking and Learning

Children in this age group might:

Learn more defined work habits.

Show more concern about future school and work plans.

Be better able to give reasons for their own choices, including about what is right or wrong.

Positive Parenting Tips

Following are some things you, as a parent, can do to help your teen during this time:

Talk with your teen about her concerns and pay attention to any changes in her behavior. Ask her if she has had suicidal thoughts, particularly if she seems sad or depressed. Asking about suicidal thoughts will not cause her to have these thoughts, but it will let her know that you care about how she feels. Seek professional help if necessary.

Show interest in your teen's school and extracurricular interests and activities and encourage him to become involved in activities such as sports, music, theater, and art.

Encourage your teen to volunteer and become involved in civic activities in her community.

Compliment your teen and celebrate his efforts and accomplishments.

Show affection for your teen. Spend time together doing things you enjoy.

Respect your teen's opinion. Listen to her without playing down her concerns.

Encourage your teen to develop solutions to problems or conflicts. Help your teenager learn to make good decisions. Create opportunities for him to use his own judgment, and be available for advice and support.

If your teen engages in interactive internet media such as games, chat rooms, and instant messaging, encourage her to make good decisions about what she posts and the amount of time she spends on these activities.

If your teen works, use the opportunity to talk about expectations, responsibilities, and other ways of behaving respectfully in a public setting.

Talk with your teen and help him plan ahead for difficult or uncomfortable situations. Discuss what he can do if he is in a group and someone is using drugs or under pressure to have sex, or is offered a ride by someone who has been drinking.

Respect your teen's need for privacy.

Encourage your teen to get enough sleep and exercise, and to eat healthy, balanced meals.

Safety First

You play an important role in keeping your child safe―no matter how old he or she is. Here are a few ways to help protect your child:

Talk with your teen about the dangers of driving and how to be safe on the road. You can steer your teen in the right direction. "Parents Are the Key" has steps that can help. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death from unintentional injury among teens, yet few teens take measures to reduce their risk of injury.

Remind your teen to wear a helmet when riding a bike, motorcycle, or all-terrain vehicle. Unintentional injuries resulting from participation in sports and other activities are common.

Talk with your teen about suicide and pay attention to warning signs. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among youth 15 through 24 years of age.

Talk with your teen about the dangers of drugs, drinking, smoking, and risky sexual activity. Ask him what he knows and thinks about these issues, and share your feelings with him. Listen to what he says and answer his questions honestly and directly.

Discuss with your teen the importance of choosing friends who do not act in dangerous or unhealthy ways.

Know where your teen is and whether a responsible adult is present. Make plans with her for when she will call you, where you can find her, and what time you expect her home.

Healthy Bodies

Encourage your teen to get enough sleep and physical activity, and to eat healthy, balanced meals. Make sure your teen gets 1 hour or more of physical activity each day.

Keep television sets out of your teen's bedroom. Set limits for screen time, including cell phones, computers, video games, and other devices and develop a family media plan.external icon

Encourage your teen to have meals with the family. Eating together will help your teen make better choices about the foods she eats, promote healthy weight, and give family members time to talk with each other. In addition, a teen who eats meals with the family is more likely to get better grades and less likely to smoke, drink, or use drugs, and also less likely to get into fights, think about suicide, or engage in sexual activity.

Make sure your child gets the recommended amount of sleep each night: For teenagers 13-18 years, 8-10 hours per 24 hours (including naps)

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Indicadores del desarrollo

Esta etapa está marcada por muchos cambios físicos, mentales, emocionales y sociales. Al inicio de la pubertad se presentan cambios hormonales. En la mayoría de los varones, comienza a aparecer el vello púbico y facial, y su voz se vuelve más grave. En las niñas, aparece el vello púbico, les crecen los senos y les llega la menstruación. Estos cambios y la manera en que los demás los perciben podrían ser factores de preocupación para ellos. También es un periodo en el cual los adolescentes podrían enfrentarse a la presión que ejercen sus amigos para que consuman alcohol, tabaco y drogas, o para que tengan relaciones sexuales. Otros desafíos de esta etapa pueden ser los trastornos de la alimentación, la depresión y los problemas familiares. A esta edad, los adolescentes toman más decisiones por su cuenta en relación con sus amigos, los deportes, los estudios y la escuela. Se vuelven más independientes, con personalidad e intereses propios, aunque los padres todavía son muy importantes.

Estos son algunos aspectos del desarrollo de los adolescentes jóvenes:

Cambios emocionales y sociales

Los niños a esta edad podrían:

Preocuparse más por su imagen física, la manera en que se ven y la ropa.

Enfocarse en sí mismos; pasar por periodos de muchas expectativas y falta de confianza.

Tener más cambios de humor.

Interesarse y dejarse influir más por los chicos de su edad.

Demostrar menos afecto hacia los padres; puede que en ocasiones se muestren groseros o con mal genio.

Sentirse estresados debido al trabajo escolar más exigente.

Presentar problemas alimentarios.

Sentir mucha tristeza o depresión, que pueden afectar su rendimiento escolar y hacer que consuman alcohol y drogas, tengan relaciones sexuales sin protección y enfrenten otros problemas.

Razonamiento y aprendizaje

Los niños a esta edad:

Hacen razonamientos más complejos.

Verbalizan mejor sus sentimientos.

Desarrollan una noción más clara de lo correcto y lo incorrecto.

Consejos de crianza positiva de los hijos

Estas son algunas cosas que usted, como padre, puede hacer para ayudar a su hijo en esta etapa:

Sea honesto y directo con su hijo cuando le hable de temas delicados como las drogas, el alcohol, el hábito de fumar y las relaciones sexuales.

Conozca a los amigos de su hijo.

Muestre interés en las actividades escolares de su hijo.

Ayúdelo a tomar decisiones saludables y, a su vez, anímelo a tomar sus propias decisiones.

Respete las opiniones de su hijo, y tenga en cuenta sus ideas y sentimientos. Es importante que sepa que usted lo escucha.

Cuando surjan conflictos, sea claro en cuanto a metas y expectativas (como obtener buenas calificaciones, mantener las cosas limpias y mostrar respeto), pero deje que su hijo le diga cómo se propone alcanzar las metas (como cuándo y dónde va a estudiar o limpiar).

La seguridad de los hijos es lo primero

Usted tiene un papel importante en la seguridad de su hijo, sin importar la edad que tenga. Estos son algunos consejos para ayudar a proteger a su hijo:

Asegúrese de que su hijo sepa la importancia de usar el cinturón de seguridad. Los accidentes automovilísticos son la principal causa de muerte entre adolescentes de 12 a 14 años de edad.

Aliente a su hijo a usar un casco para andar en bicicleta, en patineta o en patines; al andar en motocicleta, trineo o un vehículo todoterreno; o para practicar deportes de contacto. Las lesiones provocadas por el deporte y otras actividades son comunes.

Hable con su hijo sobre el peligro de las drogas, el alcohol, el cigarrillo y el contacto sexual sin protección. Pregúntele qué sabe y qué piensa sobre estos temas, y comparta con él sus ideas y sentimientos. Escuche lo que tiene que decir, y responda a sus preguntas de manera honesta y directa.

Hable con su hijo sobre la importancia de tener amigos a quienes les interesen las actividades positivas. Anímelo a evitar a los pares que lo presionen a tomar decisiones peligrosas.

Esté al tanto de dónde está su hijo y si habrá adultos presentes en ese lugar. Pónganse de acuerdo sobre cuándo lo debe llamar, dónde puede encontrarlo y a qué hora espera que regrese a su casa.

Establezca reglas claras para cuando su hijo esté solo en casa. Háblele de temas como traer a sus amigos a la casa, cómo manejar situaciones peligrosas (emergencias, incendios, drogas, relaciones sexuales, etc.), de sus tareas escolares y de las tareas domésticas que puede realizar.

Cuerpos saludables

Aliente a su hijo adolescente a que realice actividad física. Puede entrar en un equipo o practicar un deporte individual. Las tareas domésticas como cortar el césped, sacar el perro a pasear y lavar el automóvil también sirven para que se mantenga activo.

La hora de la comida es muy importante para las familias. Comer juntos en familia ayuda a los adolescentes a tomar mejores decisiones en cuanto a los alimentos que consumen, promueve un peso saludable y permite el diálogo entre los miembros de la familia.

Limite el tiempo que su hijo pasa frente a pantallas a no más de 1 o 2 horas al día de programas adecuados, ya sea en casa, en la escuela o en los centros para cuidado después de la escuela.

Asegúrese que su hijo duerma la cantidad recomendada cada noche. Adolescentes de 13 a 18 años: de 8 a 10 horas cada 24 horas.

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Developmental Milestones

This is a time of many physical, mental, emotional, and social changes. Hormones change as puberty begins. Most boys grow facial and pubic hair and their voices deepen. Most girls grow pubic hair and breasts, and start their period. They might be worried about these changes and how they are looked at by others. This also will be a time when your teen might face peer pressure to use alcohol, tobacco products, and drugs, and to have sex. Other challenges can be eating disorders, depression, and family problems. At this age, teens make more of their own choices about friends, sports, studying, and school. They become more independent, with their own personality and interests, although parents are still very important.

Here is some information on how young teens develop:

Emotional/Social Changes

Children in this age group might:

Show more concern about body image, looks, and clothes.

Focus on themselves; going back and forth between high expectations and lack of confidence.

Experience more moodiness.

Show more interest in and influence by peer group.

Express less affection toward parents; sometimes might seem rude or short-tempered.

Feel stress from more challenging school work.

Develop eating problems.

Feel a lot of sadness or depression, which can lead to poor grades at school, alcohol or drug use, unsafe sex, and other problems.

Thinking and Learning

Children in this age group might:

Have more ability for complex thought.

Be better able to express feelings through talking.

Develop a stronger sense of right and wrong.

Positive Parenting Tips

Following are some things you, as a parent, can do to help your child during this time:

Be honest and direct with your teen when talking about sensitive subjects such as drugs, drinking, smoking, and sex.

Meet and get to know your teen's friends.

Show an interest in your teen's school life.

Help your teen make healthy choices while encouraging him to make his own decisions.

Respect your teen's opinions and take into account her thoughts and feelings. It is important that she knows you are listening to her.

When there is a conflict, be clear about goals and expectations (like getting good grades, keeping things clean, and showing respect), but allow your teen input on how to reach those goals (like when and how to study or clean).

Child Safety First

You play an important role in keeping your child safe―no matter how old he or she is. Here are a few tips to help protect your child:

Make sure your teen knows about the importance of wearing seatbelts. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among 12- to 14-year-olds.

Encourage your teen to wear a helmet when riding a bike or a skateboard or using inline skates; riding on a motorcycle, snowmobile, or all-terrain vehicle; or playing contact sports. Injuries from sports and other activities are common.

Talk with your teen about the dangers of drugs, drinking, smoking, and risky sexual activity. Ask him what he knows and thinks about these issues, and share your thoughts and feelings with him. Listen to what she says and answer her questions honestly and directly.

Talk with your teen about the importance of having friends who are interested in positive activities. Encourage her to avoid peers who pressure her to make unhealthy choices.

Know where your teen is and whether an adult is present. Make plans with him for when he will call you, where you can find him, and what time you expect him home.

Set clear rules for your teen when she is home alone. Talk about such issues as having friends at the house, how to handle situations that can be dangerous (emergencies, fire, drugs, sex, etc.), and completing homework or household tasks.

Healthy Bodies

Encourage your teen to be physically active. She might join a team sport or take up an individual sport. Helping with household tasks such as mowing the lawn, walking the dog, or washing the car also will keep your teen active.

Meal time is very important for families. Eating together helps teens make better choices about the foods they eat, promotes healthy weight, and gives your family members time to talk with each other.

Limit screen time for your child to no more than 1 to 2 hours per day of quality programming, at home, school, or afterschool care.

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Indicadores del desarrollo

Es probable que su hijo muestre ya claras señales de una creciente independencia de la familia y un mayor interés en los amigos. Tener buenas amistades es muy importante para el desarrollo de su hijo; sin embargo, la presión de sus pares puede ser muy fuerte en esta etapa. Los niños que se sienten bien consigo mismos son más capaces de resistir la presión negativa de los pares y toman mejores decisiones por sí mismos. En esta etapa de su vida, es importante que los niños adquieran el sentido de la responsabilidad mientras van desarrollando su independencia. También podrían comenzar los cambios físicos de la pubertad, especialmente en las niñas. Otro cambio significativo para el cual los niños deben prepararse a esta edad es el comienzo de la escuela secundaria media ( middle school).

Los siguientes son algunos aspectos del desarrollo en la niñez intermedia:

Cambios emocionales y sociales

Los niños a esta edad:

Establecen amistades y relaciones más fuertes y complejas con sus amigos o pares. A nivel emocional, es cada vez más importante tener amigos, especialmente los de su mismo sexo.

Sienten más la presión de sus pares.

Están más conscientes de su cuerpo a medida que se acerca la pubertad. A esta edad comienzan a surgir problemas con la imagen que tienen de su cuerpo y la alimentación.

Razonamiento y aprendizaje

Los niños a esta edad:

Enfrentan mayores retos académicos en la escuela.

Se vuelven más independientes de la familia.

Comienzan a entender más el punto de vista de los otros.

Aumentan su capacidad de atención.

Consejos de crianza positiva de los hijos

Estas son algunas cosas que usted, como padre, puede hacer para ayudar a su hijo en esta etapa:

Dedíquele tiempo a su hijo. Hable con él de sus amigos, sus logros y los retos que deberá enfrentar.

Involúcrese en la escuela de su hijo. Asista a los eventos escolares; reúnase con sus maestros.

Motive a su hijo, tanto en la escuela como en la comunidad, a participar en actividades de grupo como algún deporte, o a que realice trabajo voluntario.

Ayúdelo a desarrollar su propio sentido de lo correcto y lo incorrecto. Hable con él acerca de las cosas peligrosas que sus amigos lo pueden presionar para que haga, como fumar o actividades físicas riesgosas.

Ayúdelo a desarrollar el sentido de la responsabilidad, asígnele tareas en la casa, como limpiar o cocinar. Hablen sobre el ahorro y enséñele a no malgastar el dinero.

Conozca a las familias de los amigos de su hijo.

Hable con su hijo sobre el respeto hacia los demás. Anímelo a ayudar a las personas necesitadas. Hable con él sobre qué hacer si alguien se comporta de manera descortés u ofensiva.

Ayude a su hijo a establecer sus propios objetivos. Anímelo a hablar de las habilidades y destrezas que le gustaría tener y de cómo adquirirlas.

Establezca reglas claras y respételas. Hable con su hijo de lo que espera de él (de su comportamiento) cuando no esté bajo la supervisión de adultos. Si usted explica la razón de las reglas, su hijo podrá saber qué hacer en la mayoría de los casos.

Utilice la disciplina para guiarlo y protegerlo, en lugar de usar castigos que lo hagan sentirse mal consigo mismo.

Cuando lo elogie, hágalo pensar en sus logros. Decirle "debes estar orgulloso de ti" en lugar de "estoy orgulloso de ti" puede animarlo a que tome buenas decisiones cuando no tenga a nadie que lo elogie.

Hable con su hijo sobre los cambios físicos y emocionales normales de la pubertad.

Anímelo a leer todos los días. Hable con él sobre sus tareas.

Sea afectuoso y honesto con su hijo, y hagan cosas en familia.

La seguridad de los hijos es lo primero

Al tener más independencia y menos supervisión de un adulto, los niños corren más riesgo de sufrir lesiones por caídas y otros accidentes. Estos son algunos consejos para ayudar a proteger a su hijo:

Proteja a su hijo cuando viaje en automóvil. La Administración Nacional de Seguridad Vial recomienda que el niño use la sillita de seguridad elevada en el automóvil hasta que alcance el tamaño adecuado para que le ajuste bien el cinturón de seguridad del vehículo. Recuerde que su hijo debe seguir viajando en el asiento de atrás hasta que cumpla los 12 años, ya que es lo más seguro para él. Los accidentes automovilísticos son la causa más común de muerte por lesión accidental entre los niños de esta edad.

Esté al tanto de dónde está su hijo y si habrá adultos presentes en ese lugar. Pónganse de acuerdo sobre cuándo lo debe llamar, dónde puede encontrarlo y a qué hora espera que regrese a su casa.

Asegúrese de que su hijo use un casco para andar en bicicleta, en patineta o en patines; al andar en motocicleta, trineo o un vehículo todoterreno; o para practicar deportes de contacto.

Muchos niños llegan a casa de la escuela antes de que sus padres vuelvan del trabajo. Es importante establecer reglas y planes claros que guíen a su hijo cuando esté solo en casa.

Cuerpos saludables

Ofrézcale a su hijo una variedad de frutas y verduras; limite los alimentos altos en grasas sólidas, azúcar agregada o sal, y prepare alimentos saludables para las comidas en familia.

No coloque televisores en la habitación de su hijo. Limite el tiempo que su hijo pasa frente a la pantalla, como cuando está frente a la computadora o juega videojuegos, a no más de 1 o 2 horas al día.

Anime a su hijo a que haga una hora diaria de actividad física que sea adecuada para su edad, que disfrute y que sea variada. Asegúrese de que su hijo haga por lo menos tres veces a la semana tres tipos de actividad: aeróbica, como correr; de fortalecimiento muscular, como escalar; y de fortalecimiento de los huesos, como saltar la cuerda.

Asegúrese que su hijo duerma la cantidad recomendada cada noche. Niños de 6 a 12 años: de 9 a 12 horas cada 24 horas.

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Developmental Milestones

Your child's growing independence from the family and interest in friends might be obvious by now. Healthy friendships are very important to your child's development, but peer pressure can become strong during this time. Children who feel good about themselves are more able to resist negative peer pressure and make better choices for themselves. This is an important time for children to gain a sense of responsibility along with their growing independence. Also, physical changes of puberty might be showing by now, especially for girls. Another big change children need to prepare for during this time is starting middle or junior high school.

Here is some information on how children develop during middle childhood:

Emotional/Social Changes

Children in this age group might:

Start to form stronger, more complex friendships and peer relationships. It becomes more emotionally important to have friends, especially of the same sex.

Experience more peer pressure.

Become more aware of his or her body as puberty approaches. Body image and eating problems sometimes start around this age.

Thinking and Learning

Children in this age group might:

Face more academic challenges at school.

Become more independent from the family.

Begin to see the point of view of others more clearly.

Have an increased attention span.

Positive Parenting Tips

Following are some things you, as a parent, can do to help your child during this time:

Spend time with your child. Talk with her about her friends, her accomplishments, and what challenges she will face.

Be involved with your child's school. Go to school events; meet your child's teachers.

Encourage your child to join school and community groups, such as a sports team, or to be a volunteer for a charity.

Help your child develop his own sense of right and wrong. Talk with him about risky things friends might pressure him to do, like smoking or dangerous physical dares.

Help your child develop a sense of responsibility-involve your child in household tasks like cleaning and cooking. Talk with your child about saving and spending money wisely.

Meet the families of your child's friends.

Talk with your child about respecting others. Encourage her to help people in need. Talk with her about what to do when others are not kind or are disrespectful.

Help your child set his own goals. Encourage him to think about skills and abilities he would like to have and about how to develop them.

Make clear rules and stick to them. Talk with your child about what you expect from her (behavior) when no adults are present. If you provide reasons for rules, it will help her to know what to do in most situations.

Use discipline to guide and protect your child, instead of punishment to make him feel badly about himself.

When using praise, help your child think about her own accomplishments. Saying "you must be proud of yourself" rather than simply "I'm proud of you" can encourage your child to make good choices when nobody is around to praise her.

Talk with your child about the normal physical and emotional changes of puberty.

Encourage your child to read every day. Talk with him about his homework.

Be affectionate and honest with your child, and do things together as a family.

Child Safety First

More independence and less adult supervision can put children at risk for injuries from falls and other accidents. Here are a few tips to help protect your child:

Protect your child in the car. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration pdf icon [1.15 MB / 1 page] external icon recommends that you keep your child in a booster seat until he is big enough to fit in a seat belt properly. Remember: your child should still ride in the back seat until he or she is 12 years of age because it's safer there. Motor vehicle crashes are the most common cause of death from unintentional injury among children of this age.

Know where your child is and whether a responsible adult is present. Make plans with your child for when he will call you, where you can find him, and what time you expect him home.

Make sure your child wears a helmet when riding a bike or a skateboard or using inline skates; riding on a motorcycle, snowmobile, or all-terrain vehicle; or playing contact sports.

Many children get home from school before their parents get home from work. It is important to have clear rules and plans for your child when she is home alone.

Healthy Bodies

Provide plenty of fruits and vegetables; limit foods high in solid fats, added sugars, or salt, and prepare healthier foods for family meals.

Keep television sets out of your child's bedroom. Set limits for screen time and develop a media use plan for your family.external icon

Encourage your child to participate in an hour a day of physical activities that are age appropriate and enjoyable and that offer variety! Just make sure your child is doing three types of activity: aerobic activity like running, muscle strengthening like climbing, and bone strengthening - like jumping rope - at least three days per week.

Make sure your child gets the recommended amount of sleep each night: For school-age children 6-12 years, 9-12 hours per 24 hours (including naps)

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Indicadores del desarrollo

La niñez intermedia implica muchos cambios en la vida de un niño. A esta edad, los niños ya pueden vestirse por sí solos, atrapar una pelota más fácilmente solo con las manos y amarrarse los zapatos. Ahora es más importante para ellos ser un poco más independientes de la familia. Eventos como comenzar a ir a la escuela hacen que los niños a esta edad entren en contacto regular con un mundo más amplio. Las amistades se vuelven más importantes. En esta etapa desarrollan rápidamente habilidades físicas, sociales y mentales. Es fundamental que en esta etapa el niño aprenda a adquirir confianza en todas las áreas de la vida, como en las amistades, las actividades escolares y los deportes.

Los siguientes son algunos aspectos del desarrollo en la niñez intermedia:

Cambios emocionales y sociales

Los niños a esta edad:

Muestran más independencia de los padres y la familia.

Comienzan a pensar en el futuro.

Entienden mejor el lugar que ocupan en el mundo.

Prestan más atención a las amistades y al trabajo en equipo.

Desean ser queridos y aceptados por sus amigos.

Razonamiento y aprendizaje

Los niños a esta edad:

Desarrollan rápidamente sus habilidades mentales.

Aprenden mejores maneras de describir sus experiencias, sus ideas y sus sentimientos.

Se enfocan menos en sí mismos y se preocupan más por los demás.

Consejos de crianza positiva de los hijos

Estas son algunas cosas que usted, como padre, puede hacer para ayudar a su hijo en esta etapa:

Demuéstrele afecto. Reconozca sus logros.

Ayúdelo a desarrollar el sentido de la responsabilidad; por ejemplo, pídale ayuda con las tareas del hogar, como poner la mesa.

Hable con su hijo sobre la escuela, los amigos y las cosas que desearía hacer en el futuro.

Hable con su hijo sobre el respeto hacia los demás. Anímelo a ayudar a las personas necesitadas.

Ayúdelo a establecer metas alcanzables; de esta manera, aprenderá a sentirse orgulloso de sus logros, y a depender menos de la aprobación y el reconocimiento de los demás.

Enséñele a ser paciente; por ejemplo, a esperar su turno y a terminar una tarea antes de ir a jugar. Anímelo a que piense en las posibles consecuencias antes de hacer algo.

Ponga reglas claras y respételas; por ejemplo, establezca por cuánto tiempo puede ver la televisión y a qué hora tiene que acostarse. Sea claro acerca de los comportamientos que son aceptables y los que no lo son.

Hagan cosas divertidas en familia, como participar en juegos, leer y asistir a eventos en la comunidad.

Involúcrese en la escuela de su hijo. Reúnase con los maestros y el personal escolar para entender sus objetivos de aprendizaje y saber cómo trabajar juntos para ayudar a su hijo a lograr dichos objetivos.

Continúe leyéndole a su hijo. A medida que su hijo vaya aprendiendo a leer, túrnense en la lectura.

Utilice la disciplina para guiarlo y protegerlo, en lugar de usar castigos que lo hagan sentirse mal consigo mismo. En vez de analizar lo que no debe hacer, explíquele lo que sí debe hacer.

Felicite a su hijo por su buen comportamiento. Es mejor centrarse más en elogiar las cosas positivas que hace su hijo ("te esforzaste mucho en resolver esto") que en las características que no puede cambiar ("eres inteligente").

Ayude a su hijo a enfrentar nuevos retos. Anímelo a resolver por sí solo sus problemas, como los desacuerdos con otros niños.

Motive a su hijo, tanto en la escuela como en la comunidad, a que participe en actividades de grupo como algún deporte, o a que aproveche las oportunidades de realizar trabajo voluntario.

La seguridad de los hijos es lo primero

Al tener más independencia y aptitudes físicas, los niños corren más riesgo de sufrir lesiones por caídas y otros accidentes. Los accidentes automovilísticos son la causa más común de muerte por lesión accidental entre los niños de esta edad.

Proteja a su hijo adecuadamente cuando viaje en automóvil. Encuentre información más detallada en "Asientos de seguridad para automóvil: una guía para las familiasexternal icon " de la Academia Estadounidense de Pediatría.

Enséñele a su hijo a estar atento al tráfico y a seguir medidas de seguridad mientras camina hacia la escuela, cuando ande en bicicleta o cuando juegue afuera.

Asegúrese de que su hijo entienda las medidas de seguridad relacionadas con el agua, y supervíselo siempre que esté nadando o jugando cerca del agua.

Supervise a su hijo cuando esté realizando actividades peligrosas, como trepar.

Hable con su hijo sobre cómo pedir ayuda cuando la necesite.

Mantenga fuera del alcance del niño productos del hogar potencialmente peligrosos, como herramientas, equipos y armas de fuego.

Cuerpos saludables

Los padres pueden ayudar a que las escuelas sean más saludables. Colabore con la escuela de su niño para que se limite el acceso a alimentos y bebidas con azúcar agregada, grasas sólidas y sal que se puedan comprar fuera del programa de almuerzo escolar.

Asegúrese de que su niño realice por lo menos una hora de actividad física al día.

Limite el tiempo que su hijo pasa frente a pantallas a no más de 1 o 2 horas al día de programas adecuados, ya sea en casa, en la escuela o en los centros para cuidado después de la escuela.

Practique hábitos de alimentación saludables y actividad física desde edades tempranas. Aliente a su hijo a que participe activamente en juegos, y dé el ejemplo comiendo alimentos saludables durante las comidas en familia y al llevar un estilo de vida activo.

Asegúrese que su hijo duerma la cantidad recomendada cada noche. Niños de 6 a 12 años: de 9 a 12 horas cada 24 horas.

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Developmental Milestones

Middle childhood brings many changes in a child's life. By this time, children can dress themselves, catch a ball more easily using only their hands, and tie their shoes. Having independence from family becomes more important now. Events such as starting school bring children this age into regular contact with the larger world. Friendships become more and more important. Physical, social, and mental skills develop quickly at this time. This is a critical time for children to develop confidence in all areas of life, such as through friends, schoolwork, and sports.

Here is some information on how children develop during middle childhood:

Emotional/Social Changes

Children in this age group might:

Show more independence from parents and family.

Start to think about the future.

Understand more about his or her place in the world.

Pay more attention to friendships and teamwork.

Want to be liked and accepted by friends.

Thinking and Learning

Children in this age group might:

Show rapid development of mental skills.

Learn better ways to describe experiences and talk about thoughts and feelings.

Have less focus on one's self and more concern for others.

Positive Parenting Tips

Following are some things you, as a parent, can do to help your child during this time:

Show affection for your child. Recognize her accomplishments.

Help your child develop a sense of responsibility-ask him to help with household tasks, such as setting the table.

Talk with your child about school, friends, and things she looks forward to in the future.

Talk with your child about respecting others. Encourage him to help people in need.

Help your child set her own achievable goals-she'll learn to take pride in herself and rely less on approval or reward from others.

Help your child learn patience by letting others go first or by finishing a task before going out to play. Encourage him to think about possible consequences before acting.

Make clear rules and stick to them, such as how long your child can watch TV or when she has to go to bed. Be clear about what behavior is okay and what is not okay.

Do fun things together as a family, such as playing games, reading, and going to events in your community.

Get involved with your child's school. Meet the teachers and staff and get to understand their learning goals and how you and the school can work together to help your child do well.

Continue reading to your child. As your child learns to read, take turns reading to each other.

Use discipline to guide and protect your child, rather than punishment to make him feel bad about himself. Follow up any discussion about what not to do with a discussion of what to do instead.

Praise your child for good behavior. It's best to focus praise more on what your child does ("you worked hard to figure this out") than on traits she can't change ("you are smart").

Support your child in taking on new challenges. Encourage her to solve problems, such as a disagreement with another child, on her own.

Encourage your child to join school and community groups, such as a team sports, or to take advantage of volunteer opportunities.

Child Safety First

More physical ability and more independence can put children at risk for injuries from falls and other accidents. Motor vehicle crashes are the most common cause of death from unintentional injury among children this age.

Protect your child properly in the car. For detailed information, visit the American Academy of Pediatrics' Car Seats: Information for Familiesexternal icon .

Teach your child to watch out for traffic and how to be safe when walking to school, riding a bike, and playing outside.

Make sure your child understands water safety, and always supervise her when she's swimming or playing near water.

Supervise your child when he's engaged in risky activities, such as climbing.

Talk with your child about how to ask for help when she needs it.

Keep potentially harmful household products, tools, equipment, and firearms out of your child's reach.

Healthy Bodies

Parents can help make schools healthier. Work with your child's school to limit access to foods and drinks with added sugar, solid fat, and salt that can be purchased outside the school lunch program.

Make sure your child has 1 hour or more of physical activity each day.

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Practice healthy eating habits and physical activity early. Encourage active play, and be a role model by eating healthy at family mealtimes and having an active lifestyle.

Make sure your child gets the recommended amount of sleep each night: For school-age children 6-12 years, 9-12 hours per 24 hours (including naps)

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Sitios asociados

Asegúrese de visitar nuestro sitio asociado, ColorinColorado.org. Ahí encontrará información y consejos para padres y maestros de niños que están aprendiendo el inglés como segundo idioma. Muchos de los artículos arriba son de Colorín Colorado, y se puede encontrarlos, y más, en la sección siguiente:

El Centro Nacional de Diseminación de Información para Niños con Discapacidades ( NICHCY, por sus siglas en inglés) también ofrece artículos útiles en español, incluyendo esta hoja para descargar:

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El autismo, o trastorno del espectro autista (TEA), se refiere a una amplia gama de afecciones caracterizadas por desafíos con habilidades sociales, comportamientos repetitivos, habla y comunicación no verbal. Según los Centros para el Control de Enfermedades, el autismo afecta a aproximadamente 1 de cada 54 niños en los Estados Unidos hoy en día.

Sabemos que no hay un tipo de autismo sino muchos subtipos, la mayoría son influenciados por una combinación de factores genéticos y ambientales. Debido a que el autismo es un trastorno del espectro, cada persona con autismo tiene un conjunto distinto de fortalezas y desafíos. Las formas en las cuales personas con autismo aprenden, piensan y resuelven problemas puede variar desde personas con un alto funcionamiento hasta personas con dificultades graves. Algunas personas con TEA pueden requerir un apoyo significativo en su vida diaria, mientras que otras pueden necesitar menos apoyo y, en algunos casos, vivir de forma totalmente independiente.

Varios factores pueden influir en el desarrollo del autismo, y a menudo se acompaña de sensibilidades sensoriales y problemas médicos como trastornos gastrointestinales (GI), convulsiones o trastornos del sueño, así como problemas de salud mental tales como ansiedad, depresión y problemas de atención.

Los indicadores de autismo usualmente aparecen a los 2 o 3 años de edad. Algunos atrasos del desarrollo pueden aparecer incluso antes, y con frecuencia, se pueden diagnosticar a la temprana edad de 18 meses. La investigación ha demostrado que la intervención temprana conduce a resultados positivos a lo largo de la vida de las personas con autismo.

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Llame a nuestro Autism Response Team en Español: 1-888-772-9050 o envíe un correo electrónico a familyservices@autismspeaks.org.

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Atención: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística.

Llame al 1-877-652-7624 (TTY 1-866-896-6975). 24 horas al día, 7 días a la semana, 365 días al año.

Acerca de PerformCare y el Sistema de Cuidado para Niños de Nueva Jersey (CSOC)

Para familias de niños con discapacidades del desarrollo

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Servicios de tratamiento del consumo de sustancias tóxicas

Divulgación de información médica (HIPAA)

Para solicitar que PerformCare entregue la información médica protegida de un niño (ya sea la comunicación por un medio físico o de manera verbal), utilice el formulario vinculado a continuación.

Si solicita que la información se le comunique directamente a usted, ingrese su información en la Sección B (Información del beneficiario) en la página 1 de este formulario.

Tenga en cuenta que este formulario debe completarse en su totalidad. Debe ingresar el número de la CYBER ID del joven cuando se solicita la ID de Miembro.

Los formularios incompletos o incorrectos pueden demorar el cumplimiento de la solicitud. Si tiene alguna duda, puede llamar a Servicios al Miembro al 1-877-652-7624.

Los formularios completados deben enviarse a las siguientes direcciones:

Consent Processing Center
P.O. Box 7092
London, KY 40742-7092

Formulario de solicitud de representante personal

Este Formulario de solicitud para Representante personal es un documento que puede completar para tener la autoridad legal de actuar en nombre de un ser querido para tomar decisiones sobre atención médica, aspectos económicos o de herencia.

Con este formulario, ingrese el número de ID de CYBER del joven donde se solicita la ID de miembro. Si tiene preguntas, puede llamar a Servicios para Miembros al 1-877-652-7624.

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Los indicadores del desarrollo y los consejos para padres de los CDC han sido actualizados y se han agregado nuevas edades a las listas de verificación (15 y 30 meses). Debido al COVID-19, las fotos y los videos actualizados no están disponibles todavía, pero se agregarán a esta página en el futuro. Para más información sobre los actualizaciones más recientes de los indicadores del desarrollo de CDC, por favor revisa los artículos de la revista de Pediatría y estos puntos claves importantes.

Dar los primeros pasos, sonreír por primera vez y decir "adiós" con la mano son destrezas a las que se denomina indicadores del desarrollo. Los niños alcanzan estos indicadores en la forma en que juegan, aprenden, hablan, actúan y se mueven.

Sepa por qué es importante reconocer los indicadores del desarrollo y qué hacer si hay algo que le preocupa sobre el desarrollo de su hijo.

Vea y descargue las herramientas gratuitas para hacer el seguimiento de los indicadores del desarrollo:

- Listas de verificación
- Folleto
- Cuadernillo
- Tabla de crecimiento
- Y más...

Hágale seguimiento al progreso en el desarrollo de su hijo al fijarse en importantes indicadores usando la app gratis de los CDC App Sigamos el Desarollo.

Queremos agradecer especialmente a los expertos en la materia y a las demás personas que contribuyeron con la revisión de los datos y la selección de los indicadores del desarrollo que se incluyeron en este material, en particular a Paul H. Lipkin, MD, Michelle M. Macias, MD, Julie F. Pajek, PhD, Judith S. Shaw, EdD, MPH, RN, Karnesha Slaughter, MPH, Jane K. Squires, PhD, Toni M. Whitaker, MD, Lisa D. Wiggins, PhD, y Jennifer M. Zubler, MD. Un sincero agradecimiento a Natalia Benza, MD y a José O. Rodríguez, MD, MBA por su cuidadosa revisión de la traducción al idioma español de estos indicadores del Desarrollo.

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sonreír por primera vez y decir “adiós” con la mano son destrezas a las que se denomina indicadores del desarrollo. los niños alcanzan estos indicadores en la forma en que juegan

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Línea de ayuda de TDAH: información y referencia de lunes a viernes 1 p.m. a 5 p.m. hora del este (ET). Puede llamar al NRC al 866-200-8098 y pulse 2 para llegar a nuestra Especialista en Información del TDAH que habla español, que puede responder a sus preguntas y ayudarle a conectarse a los recursos en su área local.

Salud Libre (HealthUnlocked): participe en nuestra comunidad de TDAH en línea para hablar sobre temas relacionados con el TDAH. Puede enviar preguntas, iniciar conversaciones, y compartir ideas con otras personas afectadas por el TDAH. TDAH Padres Juntos es para los padres y Apoyo para Adultos con TDAH es para los adultos. Especialistas en Información del TDAH están disponibles para proporcionar aclaraciones, información basada en la evidencia y mayor comprensión.

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Recursos en Español National Hispanic Heritage Month Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America El TDAH afecta a la comunidad Hispana y Latina. Los datos de la Encuesta Nacional de Entrevistas de Salud de CDC muestran que el doce por ciento de los niños Hispanos de tres a diecisiete años han sido diagnosticados con...

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The best way to apply for eligibility for intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services through CSOC is through our online Family Portal. Get more information about the I/DD application.

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Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving "bye bye" are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, act, and move.

Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:

"Learn the Signs. Act Early." materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.

Special acknowledgments to the subject matter experts and others who contributed to the review of data and selection of developmental milestones, especially Paul H. Lipkin, MD, Michelle M. Macias, MD, Julie F. Pajek, PhD, Judith S. Shaw, EdD, MPH, RN, Karnesha Slaughter, MPH, Jane K. Squires, PhD, Toni M. Whitaker, MD, Lisa D. Wiggins, PhD, and Jennifer M. Zubler, MD.
Sincere gratitude to Natalia Benza, MD and José O. Rodríguez, MD, MBA for their thoughtful review of the Spanish-language translation of these milestones.

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Developmental milestones are things most children can do by a certain age. Track your child's milestones and talk with your child's doctor at every visit about the milestones your child has reached

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The only way to know for sure if someone has a learning disability is through an evaluation. These can happen at school or privately.

There are a few types of professionals who can assess people for learning disabilities. These include school psychologists, clinical psychologists, and neuropsychologists.

An evaluation will look for specific strengths and challenges in reading, writing, and math skills.

Learn more about evaluations for learning disabilities.

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Sensory issues are common in people with autism and are even included in the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder. Each autistic person is unique, and this includes their personal sensory sensitivities.

People with autism might have sensitivities to:

Autistic people can experience both hypersensitivity (over-responsiveness) and hyposensitivity (under-responsiveness) to a wide range of stimuli. Most people have a combination of both.

Many autistic people experience hypersensitivity to bright lights or certain light wavelengths (e.g., LED or fluorescent lights). Certain sounds, smells, textures and tastes can also be overwhelming. This can result in sensory avoidance - trying to get away from stimuli that most people can easily tune out. Sensory avoidance can look like pulling away from physical touch, covering the ears to avoid loud or unpredictable sounds, or avoiding certain kinds of clothing.

Hyposensitivity is also common. This can look like a constant need for movement; difficulty recognizing sensations like hunger, illness or pain; or attraction to loud noises, bright lights and vibrant colors. People who are hyposensitive may engage in sensory seekingto get more sensory input from the environment. For example, people with autism may stimulate their senses by making loud noises, touching people or objects, or rocking back and forth.

What do sensory issues feel like?

Having unique sensitivities to certain types of sensory input can create challenges in everyday situations like school, work or community settings. For someone who is hypersensitive, it can take a lot of effort to spend all day under LED or fluorescent lights, navigate a crowded space or process conversations in rooms with background noise. This can be incredibly physically and emotionally draining and can leave the person feeling too exhausted to do other important tasks.

Many autistic people use stimming as a form of sensory seeking to keep their sensory systems in balance. Repetitive movements, sounds, or fidgeting can help people with autism stay calm, relieve stress or block out uncomfortable sensory input.

However, constant movement can sometimes seem inappropriate or disruptive in certain settings (like the workplace), so autistic people often feel like they need to suppress their stimming. When this happens, it becomes more and more difficult to self-regulate, leading to sensory overload, exhaustion or burnout.

Sensory overload happens when an intense sensory stimulus overwhelms your ability to cope. This can be triggered by a single event, like an unexpected loud noise, or it can build up over time due to the effort it takes to cope with sensory sensitivities in daily life. Sensory overload can feel like intense anxiety, a need to escape the situation or difficulty communicating. When the brain has to put all of its resources into sensory processing, it can shut off other functions, like speech, decision making and information processing.

What do sensory issues look like?
Many people with autism show certain behaviors when they are experiencing a sensory issue:

Increased movement, such as jumping, spinning or crashing into things

Increased stimming, such as hand flapping, making repetitive noises or rocking back and forth

Talking faster and louder, or not talking at all

Covering ears or eyes

Difficulty recognizing internal sensations like hunger, pain or the need to use the bathroom

Refusing or insisting on certain foods or clothing items

Frequent chewing on non-food items

Frequent touching of others or playing rough

Difficulty communicating or responding as the brain shifts resources to deal with sensory input (shutdown)

Escalating, overwhelming emotions or need to escape a situation (meltdown)

A ccommodations for sensory issues

Understanding and accommodating sensory issues can ease discomfort and increase opportunities for autistic people to learn, socialize, communicate and participate in the community. Accommodations might mean modifying the environment, using tools and strategies, or creating new habits or routines. Since sensory needs depend the environment, accommodations may need to be adapted for each setting.

Examples of accommodations for hypersensitivity:

Using light covers, sunglasses or a hat under fluorescent lights

Wearing ear plugs or headphones in noisy environments

Working in spaces with a closed door or high walls

Avoiding strongly scented products

Choosing foods that avoid aversions to textures, temperatures or spices

Wearing soft, comfortable clothing

Adjusting schedules to avoid crowds

Examples of accommodations for hyposensitivity:

Visual supports for those who have difficulty processing spoken information

Using fidget toys, chewies and other sensory tools

Arranging furniture to provide safe, open spaces

Taking frequent movement breaks throughout the day

Eating foods with strong flavors or mixed textures

Weighted blankets, lap pads or clothing that provides deep pressure

Autistic people have the right to ask for reasonable accommodations at work and school. If you are the parent or support person of a child with autism, you can talk about sensory accommodations at school with their IEP team or consider a 504 plan.

Self-advocacy for sensory issues

If you are an autistic person, you may need to self-advocate for your sensory needs to be met. This starts with learning about your needs so you understand what works and what doesn't work for you. Then, you can make changes to your environment, try new tools or strategies, or change your routines to better meet your needs.

Our Self-Empowerment Roadmap can help you learn more about your needs so you can overcome your challenges. Keep in mind that it can take time and lots of trial and error to fully understand your needs and figure out what accommodations work best for you.

Once you understand the accommodations you need, you can work with your employer and support team to get those needs met. Our Employment Tool Kit will give you the tools you need to navigate these conversations and cope with sensory issues in the workplace.

You can also reach out to the Autism Response Team at help@autismspeaks.org to learn how to conduct a sensory scan and advocate for your needs at work.

What resources are there to help with sensory issues?

Learn how occupational therapy can help people with autism learn to better process sensory input in everyday environments.

Learn how feeding therapy can address aversions to tastes and food textures, as well as under- and over-sensitivities that can hamper chewing and swallowing.

Learn how speech therapy can use sensitivity-reducing and sensory-stimulating activities to improve speech, swallowing and related muscle movements.

Learn how cognitive behavioral therapy can help manage anxiety and gradually increase tolerance to overwhelming sensory experiences.

View Autism Speaks' Autism-Friendly Events Calendar for a list of sensory-friendly events in your area

Learn about sensory processing disorder and potential accommodations at work.

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Sensory issues often accompany autism. Examples of accommodations for hyper- and hyposensitivities. Additionally, therapies can help with sensory issues.

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Learn about ADHD in children and how to help your child with ADHD (or ADD) thrive. Use this guide to get ADHD parenting tips.

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This page will provide the necessary registration information to new families to the district and parents who have children now eligible for school. To register your child, please complete the following three steps:

Use the link above to access our online form for registering your child. You will be provided a Registration ID that can be used to come back and continue working on the registration form should you need to leave and come back.

Download and provide the above form to your child's physician to complete, or ask your physician for their physical history form. You'll need this for the final step.

3. Bring Documents to School

Bring the completed Physical History Form, Proof of Immunization, two Proofs of Residency, and the child's original Birth Certificate to school to complete the registration process. If you're transferring from another school, we'll also need a copy of the school's Transfer Card. And if your child is receiving special services, any documentation (for example, an IEP) is helpful and required.

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This page will provide the necessary registration information to new families to the district and parents who have children now eligible for school. To register your child, please complete the following three steps: Use the link above to access our online form for registering your child.