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RESOURCES (for parents, self-help, students and/or professionals)
This section of the site provides users with quick and easy access to helpful tools that have been developed to assist you with particular problems. More often than not, free self-help books can be downloaded. Please - if any of these links do not work anymore, let me know! (And check out the "Goodbye Sadness - game at the bottom of the page).
Unfortunately I also need to mention - while I am so thankful to all who contributes with links and programs,; sorely lacking is contributions from my own country: South Africa. I am not sure if there is none available, or if there is a lack of interest. Still, the overseas/international contributions contain information you might really find helpful!
Unfortunately I also need to mention - while I am so thankful to all who contributes with links and programs,; sorely lacking is contributions from my own country: South Africa. I am not sure if there is none available, or if there is a lack of interest. Still, the overseas/international contributions contain information you might really find helpful!
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EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS
Children with developmental disorders (e.g. ADHD, Autism, Asperger, LSD) regularly have problems in the executive functioning area. There are lots of ways that psychologists have described executive functions: Task initiation (getting started), Sustained attention (keeping focused) Planning, working memory (keeping things in mind), organisation (keeping it together), goal directed persistence (sticking to it), flexibility, self-control, control of feelings, time management and prioritising, metacognotion (self observation) and social thinking (understanding others). A site to watch therefore, is http://www.learningworksforkids.com. This is really one of the best sites I've come across with regard to information, games, and a variety of tools which can be used by educators, parents as well as kids. EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE http://www.thehelpfulcounselor.com/emotional-intelligence-free-activities-more/. Lovely free activities, creative too. AUTISM & ASPERGER Career Assistance for People with Autism: http://www.hloom.com/career-assistance-for-people-with-autism/ National Center for Autism Resources Education: https://www.disability.gov/resource/national-center-for-autism-resources-education-ncare/ Autism Speaks Resource Guide: http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/resource-guide AutismNOW Transition Planning: http://autismnow.org/in-the-classroom/transition-planning-for-students/ http://www.helpguide.org/articles/autism/autism-spectrum-disorders.htm http://www.aspergersyndrome.org/Articles/Tips-for-Teaching-High-Functioning-People-with-Aut.aspx http://www.psychology.org.au/publications/tip_sheets/autism/ http://www.davidsongifted.org/db/Articles_id_10740.aspx http://iancommunity.org/cs/simons_simplex_community/autism_in_teens https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-autism-advocate/201101/thirteen-things-parents-teens-autism-need-know http://www.child-autism-parent-cafe.com/transition.html http://www.autismsouthafrica.org/ http://www.autism-help.org/intervention-applied-behavioral-analysis.htm http://www.abaresources.com/free1.html 
Downloadable E-book to assist parents to tailor disciplinary techniques with their childs’ special needs, including social skills, sensory difficulties, routines interpreting and responding to emotions. Click on the picture to follow link. BULLYING
http://www.GrabABullyByTheHorns.com http://www.bullies2bullies.com http://www.strongfamilies.us offers n great computer game in bullying and violence prevention skills. Really worthwhile not only for educators and parents, but also for therapists.
GENERAL WORKBOOKS
http://www.comh.ca/selfcare/ Workbooks on depression for teenagers, at work, positive coping with health conditions, and suicide. http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au. Various self-help books on depression, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, perfectionism, selfesteem, soxial anxiety training and assertiveness. http://www.dbtselfhelp.com GENERAL MENTAL HEALTH http://www.mentalhealthmatters.com/?atk=293. Basic fact sheets on schizophrenia, Asperger, Phobias, self-harm, Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. HIV/AIDS www.thebody.com. Complete resources for HIV/AIDS survival including gut side effects, early interventions, supplements, nutrition, resistance to medication, etc.  Great infographic outlining ADHD statistics and numbers in a visual guide at http://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/facts-statistics-infographic. They also offer symptom checkers and information on a variety of other disorders.
ADD/ADHD
http://www.myadhd.com/assessmenttools.html http://www.ADHDChildrenToday.com http://www.additudemag.com http://adhd-add-coping-strategies.suite101.com http://www.angelfire.com/sk/monkeypuzzle/mindmaps.html http://www.angriesout.com/interactive-how.htm http://www.attention-deficit-disorder.net/concentration-exercises/ http://www. behavior-contracts.com http://www.behavioralandbrainfunctions.com/content/5/1/47 SUICIDE PREVENTION and HELP
http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/college-suicide-prevention/ offers emergency guidelines to suicide prevention and help. To both professionals and others. SOFTWARE/ EDUCATION http://www.digisoftdirect.com/products/ultimatelearningsuite.html. Improve the children's ability and brainpower, provides informational tasks that develop problem solving language, social skills, and math skills, enabling a deeper understanding of "the way things" work. Ultimate Learning entails five unique products and aspects of learning: (i) Fun with Feelings - understanding emotions (ii) Math Master - maths (iii) Problem solvers - problem solving skills (iv) Songs to get along - social and communication skills (v) sound readers - reading and comprehension http://www.greyolltwit.com. A non profit charitable organisation providing free educational software to those on low incomes. Educational games (from maths to history) as well as recreational games. www.schoolhousetech.com. Individualized educational programs with printable worksheets, activities, and tests for a wide range of student levels and abilities. |
A site for teens about safe online surfing, social media, cyberbullying and more. There\'s also fun games where they can test their knowledge to see if they\'re ready to explore the Internet by themselves.
What do you need to
pass those job selection tests? In-Tray Exercises, Role-Play Exercises, Presentation Exercises, Group
Exercises, Aptitude tests and more. Free downloadable practice aptitude tests.
For safe and fun food allergy and asthma management, click on the picture!
Mental Health news headlines provided courtesy of Medical News Today. PEDIATRIC CONCERNS?
From infant care to puberty, from allergies to behavioural problems: http://Pediatrics.Answers.com is an informative, comprehensive site written and reviewed by Dr. Gwenn O'Keef, qualified pediatrician. Topics vary from physical health to cyber safety and other problems parents regularly struggle to find answers to. Articles are added daily.  Helpful info for talking to kids and teens about addiction as suggested by Diana’s group at SafeKidsUSA.
PARENTING – Behavior Charts and contracts www.parentcoachplan.com www.behavior-contracts.com www.teenbehaviorcontracts.com www.freeprintablebehaviorcharts.com From children health issues, milestones, to disciplinary skills: http://www.pluggedinparents.com http://www.familydoctor.org http://raisingchildren.net.au/ http://pediatrics.about.com/ http://www.kidshealth.org/ http://www.aap.org/ http://www.safeteens.com/ http://www.parentingteens.com/ http://www.parent-teen.com/ http://www.howtobehave.com/ http://www.ultimateparenting.com/ TRAUMA SUPPORT - www.trauma-pages.com http://www.skylight.org.nz/Trauma+Support. Trauma information and links. http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/recovering-disasters.aspx Trauma self-help. http://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/expertadvice/ problemsdisorders/copingafteratraumaticevent. aspx http://www.moodjuice.scot.nhs.uk/ posttrauma.asp http://ucenickiparlament.weebly.com/uploads/9/2/4/7/9247538/life_after_trauma_-_prirucnik.pdf http://crisiscaretraining.org/barnabas-letter/there-is-hope-for-me/ workbook for children 6-12, and facilitator’s guide both. AUTISM Looking for Apps or Computer Self-Helps? http://www.parenting.com/gallery/autism-apps http://web.teachtown.com/professional-development/ https://themighty.com/2015/07/animation-game-helps-kids-with-autism-develop-social-skills/ http://animationforautism.com/what-invirtua-does/ http://thesocialexpress.com/what-is-the-social-express/social-express-pro/ https://www.kidsmatter.edu.au/primary/programs/secret-agent-society http://animationforautism.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/3D_Digital_Puppeteer_Product_Sheets.pdf http://rsaffran.tripod.com/resources.html ablerise.net has generously supplied the following resources relating to the management of chronic pain for those living with disabilities:
American Chronic Pain Association | Resource Guide to Chronic Pain Treatment Facts about Chronic Pain and Filing for Disability Pain Management and Opioid Abuse The 45 Warning Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse When Pain Accompanies Depression | DepressionToolkit.org How an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Can Relieve Pain as You Age The Science of Sleep: How Healthy Sleeping Habits Can Reduce Chronic Pain ADDICTIONS & ABUSE www.DrugRehab.com offers valuable information about drug addiction, recovery, co-occurring disorders and other addiction-related topics by providing the latest information on trends, treatment options and support services for patients and their families. How Cannabis Increases Risk of Alcohol Addiction (http://www.alcoholtreatment.net/cannabis-use-alcohol-abuse/) http://www.hamsnetwork.org/toolbox/ The alcohol harm reduction toolbox. Excellent tips, especially if you need intend to taper off instead of cold turkey or have to do it at home http://stopdrinking.kakbrosit.info/ Free online course. Sobriety for all. Free advice. https://ncpic.org.au/static/pdfs/training-and-workshops/quitting-cannabis-workbook.pdf http://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-treatment-guide/ www.knowcannabis.org.uk. As well as the 5-minute self-assessment quiz, there’s also a self-help programme that can help you cut down or stop your cannabis use. It’s confidential – you don’t need to give your name or details about where you live. http://www.helpguide.org/mental/ drug_substance_abuse_addiction_signs-effects_treatment.htm. http://www.get.gg/substancemisuse.htm. Self-help. Teen Drug Evolution: A Parent’s Resource Guide http://www.lakeviewhealth.com/teen-drug-evolution-a-parents-resource-guide.php https://www.addictioncenter. com/ offers various inpatient/outpatient programs. More than that, they also offer free downloads/information you can benefit from. COMMUNICATION www.newconversations.net. EDUCATIONAL GAMES ONLINE
http://www.kidsgames.org/ http://www.eduplace.com/kids/index.jsp?state=intl&audience=_p&go.x=22&go.y=21 http://www.happy-neuron.com/brain-games http://www.fitbrains.com/brain-games/description/uber_brain FILMS www.berkshirepsychologyservice.com. Free cognitive behaviour and self-help films. FOR CAREGIVERS - SO IMPORTANT! http://abilityhomepros.com/the-caregivers-guide-to-understanding-and-prioritizing-aging-in-place-accommodations/ |
Disclaimer: Links provided do not necessarily imply endorsement of all programs and is not intended to be a substitute for professional training or services.