Category Archives: Children’s issues

This may clear up some confusion regarding ADHD

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Laurie

This is a nice article that clarifies some of the facts regarding ADHD. Through work with horses, those dealing with ADHD may work on increased focus, decreased impulsivity, emotional regulation, self confidence and lots more! We would love the opportunity … Continue reading →

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Parenting tips

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Laurie

Though this list of parenting tips were designed for parents dealing with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), I think that they could be helpful for parents dealing with any child! Participate, praise your child, pick your battles…yep, those are all things … Continue reading →

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Nice view on one family’s experience with Asperger’s

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Laurie

This was a nice story about one families experience with a diagnosis of Aperger’s.  Though this can be challenging, there are so many more resources available to families now. Our work with kids on the spectrum is so rewarding!  Through … Continue reading →

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Wow! Temple Grandin is so great to listen to!

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Laurie

Here is a video clip of Ms. Grandin being interviewed after a recent speaking engagement. She has so much to share and is so generous about helping us to see Autism Spectrum Disorder in an open, honest and productive way. … Continue reading →

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Great article for those dealing with ADHD

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Laurie

This is another article that I think will be really helpful! My favorite tip is to have realistic expectations. Of course we always want our kids to be the very most they can be, but the reality is, no matter … Continue reading →

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The continuing battle for Autism care

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Laurie

This is a pretty good article in the Los Angeles Times that addresses the ongoing battle with insurance carriers. There are so many effective “treatments” that many in the medical community/insurance industry continue to buck against. They remain wedded to … Continue reading →

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Insights that help us protect our children

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Laurie

This is a very short piece about one child who was living with the trauma of being bullied. As I have said many times, though many people think of a “diagnosis” as a label, knowing what you are dealing with … Continue reading →

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Tackling the tough subjects including “weight”

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Laurie

This is a really good article stressing the importance of talking to your kids about all kinds of things including maintaining a healthy weight.  So many things we need to discuss with our children makes both them and us uncomfortable. … Continue reading →

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What’s behind my child’s ‘meltdowns”?

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Laurie

Sometimes it is nearly impossible to figure out what caused your child to have an earthshaking, sanity racking “meltdown”. Whether at home or in a very public place meltdowns are the bane of many parent’s existence. In this article shares … Continue reading →

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“Green Space” is just another benefit of Nevada Equine Assisted Therapy

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Laurie

A new study shows that kid’s with ADHD who regularly get out into nature experience milder symptoms.  Our beautiful South Reno location is pretty unique, featuring large expanses of  green lawn, many beautiful trees and two ponds. We regularly incorporate … Continue reading →

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