Monthly Archives: April 2011

Depression in kids and teens with ADHD

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Laurie

This article talks about why kids and teens with ADHD, a neurological disorder, often also suffer from depression. Personally, one of the things that we have seen is that PTSD often presents symptoms similar to ADHD – this would certainly … Continue reading →

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A helping hand for those facing challenges

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Laurie

Often we feel at a loose as to how we can help…this article suggests 7 ways we can help a family living with autism. Many times the families we work with simply need someone to hear them. We make sure … Continue reading →

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Eating Disorder triggers

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

Good article talking about new information on eating disorders and how there are both biological and psychological components. In our weekly small group work with clients from Center for Hope, a local comprehensive eating disorder treatment facility, we address a … Continue reading →

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Very nicely written piece from a Mom…

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

This is a very insightful, and honest look at one Mother’s experiences in the discovery of her child’s Asperger’s. I think that it is helpful to know that what you feel is normal and that others have been there as … Continue reading →

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Zoning Change good for Reno

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

This property is near our ranch. Not only do we think the new use would be good for Reno (can you say JOBS? How about TOURISTS?), we think that having a world class equine facility in our backyard will be … Continue reading →

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Update on KOLO filming for Nat’l Autism Awareness Month

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

The reporter who came out a week ago and filmed called me this morning to apologize. She has been slammed what with the cold weather stories and the possible gov’t shut down, BUT she will be writing her story today … Continue reading →

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Looking for something for the kids/teens to do during Spring break?

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

We still have some space in our SPRING BREAK HORSE DAY CAMP! This is a special        1-day event, designed to introduce kids and teens to the magical world of horses. Along with Sherry Sanders, M.F.T., M.Ed. of … Continue reading →

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FREE Open House for Foster Families

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

We have had a great response to our invitation to join us for our Foster Family open houses, but we do have a few spaces still available on both dates – Tuesday, April 12 and Thursday, April 14 – 2:30 … Continue reading →

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N.E.A.T. getting more air time

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

Bambi is going to be on KOLO Channel 8 today between 11:30 and noon! She will be talking about our upcoming open houses (Tues. April 12 and Thur. April 14 from 2:30 – 4:30) for foster families and our Spring … Continue reading →

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Great little piece about Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Laurie

This article is short and to the point. I especially like that they talk about how everyone involved in the child’s life needs to participate in helping to change behaviors. We not only do individual work, but we also work … Continue reading →

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