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Special Needs Children
Special needs children are children who requires aid for certain disabilities that may be mental, medical, or psychological. In an educational context, the term is used to pertain to children who require special education needs.
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Is it a good idea to have another baby when you already have a child with special needs?
Such a hard question, and all the harder because only you can truly answer it. I realize the temptation might be there to have a baby that you hope will be "normal." But what if he is born without any special needs...are you going to resist the temptation to spend more time with your "normal" child and neglect the one we already know demands most of your attention? What if your second baby has the same issues as the first? Some afflictions are such that it is an almost mathematical certainty that if one child has it, a second one will. In some cases, it might be that your first child has a very rare condition that it is almost mathematically certain that the second one will be fine. But I have a brother and sister who both have the same rare disease, yet the odds were given at thousands to one, yet it happened. I have no idea what it really must be like to be in your situation. My son has some issues and has had problems with depression which it seems he inherited from me. But, even as a baby he did not really need the kind of attention that I think you are talking about. It's certainly too big a decision to be left to anyone on a chatroom. I assume, perhaps incorrectly, that you have a husband, so you would have to talk it over with him first and foremost. I don't see you making a unilateral decision over this then "forgetting" to take your birth control pills or poking holes in condoms. If there is a religious aspect to your life, you might want to talk it over with your religious leader of whatever faith.
If you truly held my feet to a fire and forced me to give an opinion based on my humanity and parental experience, I would say not to have any more children, especially if there is a serious risk that he will have the same condition as the first. I don't know if nature has the right to ask a normal mortal like you to deal with such a situation.
It's asking a lot to deal with one special needs baby. If you ever ask, why me? I think you are perfectly entitled. If you feel that the special needs baby is more than you feel you can or should be asked to deal with; that life has played some sick joke on you and essentially yanked any life of your own away, then I am sure you could find an adoption agency that has a couple who would be able to take even the neediest baby and treat it as some kind of challenge from Heaven. Then, if your doctors said the chances of having a normal baby were about the same as any other couple's, there is nothing to stop you trying again. This might sound harsh and mean, but I don't intend it to be. Some people are never cut out to deal with the demands of a child whose demands are unlikely to stop when he stops being a "child." I don't think anyone who is not a hypocrite would blame you if you looked at it from your own perspective and how having this child is going to impact the rest of your life, and after you are dead, in all probability.
The decision must be yours and those around you, but I think you would be doing yourself a disservice if you did not include the possibility of the special needs baby going to a couple better suited to deal with it. You might be 19 years old with a lifetime ahead of you for which you had certain plans, and I think you have a perfect right to consider every angle, even the ones that might make certain people cross the street when they see you coming. I am not trying to answer for you, but my own personal answer to the question should you add a second baby to a family that is already dealing with one special one is no. Good luck, in all your life. And be courageous.
What are the roles and prerequisites of a special-needs assistant?
you need to be good with kids. and be very patient.
What is the best way to improve articulation in a 5-year-old child with Down syndrome?
I would suggest that you make an appointment with a speech therapist. Your physician may be able to recommend one. Alternatively if you look up the Speech Pathology national association for your country, there are listings available there. Articulation can be difficult to treat in children with Down syndrome, given the nature of their oral structures and the muscle tone in their face. However, improvements can most definitely be made! In the meantime, learning (and teaching your child) a few signs may assist you and your child in understanding each other. Using pictures and gestures may also help. A speech therapist can assist and support you with all of these.
No, if they're asking you to sign them over, you don't have to. But that doesn't mean that you'll keep those rights (they can be terminated involuntarily if you aren't meeting your case plan)
They're suggesting that because they think it's in the best interest of the children; In general, that would be because they believe that you have no (or very little) chance of meeting your case plan, and that stringing the children along with hope that you'll eventually be able to take them home is more harmful to them than finding a new, permanent home for them.
What are the most important goals in helping a special-needs child prepare for adulthood?
== == Your most important goal should be an early start on your child's care and well-being. By that I mean build up your child's self-esteem, and help your child build self-confidence. Teach them to be street smart! Learn as much as you can, join special-needs support groups! Work with your child's doctors and caregivers! Above all -- always be positive and always be there for your child! The earlier you start early intervention, the stronger your child will grow! Be Involved!
How do you punish a kid with Down syndrome?
There is always a reason for problem behavior:
Children sometimes have trouble communicating, because they may not know the words to describe how they are feeling or what to do in a difficult situation. Thus children engage in challenging behavior to serve a purpose. That purpose may be getting someone's attention, stopping an activity, or gaining sensory pleasure -- but there is always a reason behind the behavior. There can be many reasons behind one specific behavior:
Children with challenging behavior are sending adults the message that something is not right or that their needs are not being met. There could be many reasons for a specific behavior, such as being hungry, scared, hurt, sad or angry. Some children have a particularly hard time knowing how to tell adults they are angry, so they act out in ways that get them into trouble. Other children may engage in behavior that seems destructive because they enjoy the physical sensation, for example punching things or pulling threads from clothing. Sometimes children feel unsafe or out of control, so they take inappropriate action over the things they do control, like being able to kick or hurt someone. A child who has tried several times to communicate to adults about what she needs, but whose needs remain unmet, will often use problem behavior as a way of sending a very loud message. Adults can learn to understand and interpret children's challenging behavior:
Since children often express what they need through behavior, many adults face the challenge of figuring out the meaning behind the child's behavior. All children, but especially those who display challenging behavior, need the consistency of a reliable and loving adult who will provide support and guidance, especially during difficult times. Just as it is important to find meaning in children's behavior, it is equally important for adults to be aware of the meaning in their own behavior. Children learn a lot through the messages that adults send everyday. Children's challenging behavior can be reduced with support, not punishment:
Once adults understand what children are communicating through their behavior, they can respond better. When children feel respected and have their needs met, there is no longer a reason to use challenging behavior to communicate. Yelling at or punishing a child for a behavior may stop the behavior for the moment, but it does not give the child support or provide alternate ways to act in difficult situations. When adults use punishment, they are sending the message that anger is a good way to solve problems. When adults help children find positive ways to communicate their needs to others, children learn important social and problem-solving skills that will help them throughout their life.
* Being a parent, you wouldn't punish any child, let alone a child who has Down syndrome. * Being a parent and grandparent, I beg to differ. If you never punish a child, how do you discipline them. If a child is misbehaving that child should be punished according to the infraction -- by that I don't mean you should beat or abuse a child. There are other ways to punish a child without causing harm. Time-outs, grounding, restricted TV and computer time -- these are just ways of teaching a child. I wouldn't care to meet a teenager who thinks that they can do whatever they want without any consequences. Come to think of it, I have met some of those kids and they are nothing more than spoiled juvenile delinquents.
A child with Down syndrome can learn to behave; you just have to be consistent in disciplining them and it does not have to be harsh. A simple time-out every time will eventually work.
What kinds of things could cause a baby to be born with a disability?
I don't know many, but I do know that if a pregnant woman catches rubella while pregnant, yes, her baby can be born with a disability.
What qualities do you need to work with special needs children?
good and obedience. Do what the task and be a good follower
Middle Child Syndrome is still a heavily debated topic within the scientific community, with only a few completed studies on the matter, there is limited hard evidence to factually determine what Middle Child Syndrome really is, or how it affects people, if it indeed can be clinically proven.
It is generally agreed that if it is a real syndrome, then it affects a middle child due to a lack of attention from parents when compared to younger and older siblings. This is said to cause the middle child to have trouble socially and emotionally, and can cause them to act out.
As a 'middle child' my view on this is still very undecided. I do have many of the attributes of Middle Child Syndrome, less parent dependent, social issues (minor anxiety) and very much the most creative of my siblings. Equally the idea that middle children do better in life than there siblings rings true for me, I am the only one of my siblings to go to University, both my siblings had children at relatively young ages (not that it is a bad thing, I adore my two nephews, it simply meant my siblings grand plans for life had to be put on hold)
I bring up my personal experiences to help embellish my response, but to also point out that I think it equally likely that the fact I was bullied for a lot of my younger life within the schooling system, could of cause me to withdraw socially. I didn't talk to my parents about it because I naively assumed it was somehow my fault, this could be why I am less parent dependent (equally I'd agree that it could be middle child syndrome that caused me not to go to my parents). And while I did spent most of my formative years telling my parents how they treated my younger sister and older brother differently to me, retrospectively, I don't think they did.
It is a human condition to assume that others have it better than you in some way or another, we envy people who are more confident, thinner, smarter etc, yet, everyone is capable of becoming more confident or thinner or smarter, it is simply easier to blame it on everyone else. Also it is also part of the human condition to identify with people (especially those you may never of met) who seem to be the same way inclined as you. When I first read about middle child syndrome, I sat there and thought to myself, goodness, this is me. This is why I am so bad with people, why I don't talk to my parents, why I always feel like I am in someway outcast in any and all social situations. But, after a few days thought of the topic, I realized that it was more than likely that I was simply identifying with this as way to make myself feel better.
Long winded as it may be, hopefully my own personal embellishments have helped you to understand why there is no 'right' information. So much of life goes into the creation of each individuals personalities (before we even look into the Nature V Nurture debate) so it will take extensive experiments and tests before this syndrome can have definitive information.
What to do if a mentally challenged person hit you?
Well, just tell an adult. They should be able to take control without any trouble.
What is the psychological factors in preparation for responsible parenthood?
The greatest psychological factors needed for responsible parenthood include the ability to handle stress and the ability to engage in effective problem solving. Ultimately, indicators of maturity are necessary for responsible parenthood.
Is it normal for 8-year-old boys to urinate on people's lawns while other kids are around?
NO! It might be cute when they are 2 yrs. old, but 8 yrs old is really not appropriate. He should be taught modesty and appropriate toilet habits.
What to do when parenting styles differ?
Parenting styles differ depending with the cultural difference religion and personality.
What subjects do you need to study in order to work with people who have Down syndrome?
child development, actually none just be you, get involved spend time, talk w/ parents, talk to a child whom has down syndrome, take continueing education courses, that involve working w/ persons w/ disabilities, volunteer for special olympics. Or obtain a part time job as a respite provider at a group home or an intensive tenant support program. These jobs and volunteer opprtunities will provide training to assist you in being an caring care taker, volunteer or simply a friend. Don't be afraid go ahead get involved make a difference, be a mentor! The first subjuct you need is: The ability to SMILE and say Hello.
Are there Down syndrome support groups?
Yes, there are support groups and organizations in many parts of the world. Just look on the Internet.
What is the bet toy for a 6 months old baby?
the baby teether is one thing that you can give the baby because it helps the teeth to grow faster and it is safe to put the baby mouth.
Can family history of kids with down syndrome increase the risk to have a kid with down syndrome?
yes. if that is true, then that means that down syndrome is genetic in your
family. try researching it up. look it up on google. i highly reccomend wikepedia.
the more you know, the more able you will be to understand these poor kids.
allison386
Calling them "poor kids" is offensive. Down syndrome is a relatively common, and random, genetic variation--unless it is of the translocation type, which is a lot less common and is heritable.
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