Ask the Experts - Archive

Please select from the following:

  1. What is the difference between responding and reacting to a crisis?
  2. Why are we told to run a structured daily schedule with some of the adults we serve? Shouldn't they be allowed the freedom to choose their own activities, especially with their free time in the residence?
  3. Why do behavioral crises seem to have a "domino effect" in setting off other individuals? Can this be avoided?
  4. A person I serve is non-compliant with hygiene activities such as showering and shaving. How do I encourage him to be more compliant?
  5. What's the difference between an antecedent and a precursor?
  6. The holidays can be stressful at times. How can we better prepare for the holiday season to keep things calm this year?
  7. My son eats too much, and I am having trouble convincing him to stop eating. (He has a developmental disability.) He claims he needs it. He’s gaining weight, and his appetite is as strong as ever. I have to hide his preferred food items. What should I do?
  8. What is assistive technology?
  9. My son recently passed his driver’s test. How concerned should I be with him talking or texting while driving? Any ideas on how to discuss with him?
  10. My son is having a hard time getting on the school bus in the morning because he does not want to go to school. But, he also has trouble in the afternoon when it is time to come home. I think he has trouble making transitions, but don't know how to help him.
  11. In this tight economy it is increasingly difficult for anyone to find a job, but especially someone who has a disability. Any advice for my son who seeking employment?
  12. What is a concussion?
  13. Do you have any simple suggestions for making exercise a fun part of my family's daily routine?
  14. What is dysphagia and how is it treated?
  15. What is cognitive rehabilitation?
  16. Will my loved one ever recover?
  17. I keep pushing my husband to do more therapy – even when we are at home, but all he wants to do is sleep. How can I help him?
  18. Can you share some practical, simple strategies to reduce stress?