Understanding Dyspraxia
A guide for South African parents. What is it, how is it diagnosed and how can we help a child with it.
Tag: theneuroversity
Why Is My Child Chewing Everything?
Why do some kids chew for sensory regulation? Chew tools like necklaces can offer a safe, supportive alternative.
Major New Study Identifies Four Core Subtypes of Autism
Groundbreaking autism research has just revealed what many parents have known all along — autism is not one condition, but many.
Communication Shouldn’t Be This Hard!
The hidden load of communication admin for parents of neurodivergent children is epic. Why is it so hard and what can help.
Trauma in Neurodivergent Children
Trauma in neurodivergent children is often overlooked, misinterpreted, or compounded by systems that fail to understand the body’s language.
PDA: Nervous System & Polyvagal Theory
Viewing PDA through the lens of Polyvagal Theory provides invaluable insight into how a child’s nervous system reacts to demands and offers strategies to help them achieve a state of regulation and safety.
Helpful Tools for Sensory Kids and Busy Brains
Here’s a breakdown of some of the most useful sensory and focus aids for neurodivergent children.
What is DIRFloortime and How Can It Help?
Curious about DIRFloortime? Find out what it is and how this approach may be a good fit for your neurodivergent child.
Teaching Neurodivergent Kids to Swallow Pills
Swallowing pills can be a complex task for neurodivergent children. Here are some tips and tricks to teach your child how to swallow pills.
Rethinking Social Connection in Neurodivergent Kids
Being able to imagine what someone else may be thinking or feeling is called Theory of Mind. But what happens when this skill works differently?