Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities face various challenges. One such challenge involves transition, which is the act of moving or changing from one activity, routine, or setting...
Adolescence comes with many challenges. It’s natural for teens to experience highs and lows. They are finding themselves in new situations and relationships. Their hormones are kicking in. And let’s not overlook social media...
No one is born knowing how to problem solve—in order to have their needs met, infants will cry and parents or caregivers will learn what the baby most likely needs in that moment. As children age, they develop the ability to...
A stay in a hospital is not an experience that anyone really wants, and it can be even more challenging for a child. A child life specialist can help make a child's hospital stay easier and less stressful. But what exactly...
Have you ever noticed that some people seem to handle a crisis with ease, or adapt well to change and wonder how they do...
Children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have been hit especially hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The...
Nearly 16,000 children in the United States and 300,000 worldwide are diagnosed with cancer each year, according to...
What is a period and why do periods happen? Menstruation, or a period, is normal and expected bleeding that occurs as...
Grief affects us all. It is one of the most powerful emotions people experience. Whether the loss is a family member...
Tongue-tie is a common condition in babies in the United States. It is estimated that between three and 11 percent of...
Parents, caregivers and teachers serve as role models for children. This is especially true when it comes to managing...
Ear infections and ear fluid are the most common illnesses in childhood other than colds. If your child has ever had an...
Do you like the feeling of someone giving you a big, tight hug or being wrapped up tightly with blankets at night? If so...
We know kids should read. What about listening? The benefits of reading to children are well established. When we read...
Excess weight and obesity currently affect approximately 40 percent of Rhode Island children and teenagers. Children who...