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It used to be “the big C”  was the dirty secret a neighbor or relative had that wasn’t discussed. Today, it is autism. In this episode we are introduced to Brent Davis, the father of a profoundly disabled child and some of the challenges he faces in trying to care for his son.

Members of the community joined parents, educators, and students at the Living with Autism: Transitioning to Adulthood event at the Universities at Shady Grove on Oct. 7 in Rockville. Attendees asked questions about parents in denial, when is a good age to begin prepare a child with autism to transition to adulthood, job and housing opportunities, government resources, among […]

Getting children to voluntarily complete their homework can be challenging for some parents. For children with ADHD, learning disabilities, or other issues that impact academic functioning, it can be especially tough. Here are a few basic tips to help your child complete their homework more easily: 1)      Devote a specific place for them to complete […]

Many people view some sibling rivalry as a normal part of growing up. For many parents, sibling rivalry becomes very frustrating to handle, and they worry about how their children will get along when they get older. Here are a few basic strategies to help improve sibling relations: 1)     Help your children to find activities […]

Most children, teens, and even adults use technology a lot. There are smartphones, computers, tablets, television, video games, and other forms of technology as well. There are definitely a lot of benefits from using most of these items. However, like with most things, moderation is important. Here are a few tips to manage the use […]

Thanksgiving is a holiday that many people really like, because it brings family and friends together. For others, it is a holiday filled with dread. Regardless of your stance on Thanksgiving, it is occurring on Thursday. Thus, here are a few thoughts to get the most out of the holiday:   1)    Thanksgiving is a […]

When children go back to school each year, they more or less get a fresh start with new teachers and a clean slate to improve their academic performance and behavior. Some teachers have children write out goals on the first day of school on what they want to accomplish for the year and ways that […]

These days, most children and adolescents play video games. Some are more interested in sports games such as Madden Football or NBA 2K13, while others are most interested in more violent games such as Black Ops, Grand Theft Auto, or other similar games. While children and adolescents can often spend countless hours playing video games, […]

Many parents worry about their adolescents having difficulty managing their time, taking care of themselves, making good decisions, and being responsible in a manner that will allow them to become responsible and successful adults. Here are a few tips to help your adolescent achieve success and become a responsible adult: 1) Provide parenting interventions that […]

Montgomery Week in Review host Don Mooers talks with guest JaLynn Prince, President and Co-Founder of Madison House Autism Foundation about housing for adults with diabilities. Madison House Autism Foundation is a local non-profit working to address the needs of autistic adults. Take a look. The next show of Montgomery Week in Review airs on […]