Health & Wellness
This section focuses on the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals with disabilities and their families. It provides information about accessing healthcare, understanding Medicaid and insurance, supporting mental health, and managing overall wellness. The resources are designed to help families make informed decisions and find support for healthier, more balanced lives.
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Infant Early Childhood Mental Health
A Brief Overview Full Article New parents may struggle to know whether their child’s emotional development is on track. They may have a feeling that…
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Traumatic Brain Injury in Youth
A Brief Overview Full Article A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury that affects how the brain works. TBI can affect people of all…
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Disability and Sexual Health Education
A Brief Overview Full Article Parents or guardians are the first and primary sexual health educators of children. What parents and caregivers believe, say, and…
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Support a Child’s Resilience by Pointing to the Positive
Children learn best when they feel safe, relaxed, loved, and confident. Emotions that are the opposite can make learning a struggle. Researchers who study Adverse…
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Children Do Well if They Can: A Behavioral Strategy from Ross Greene
Child Expert Ross Greene wants adults to rethink the way they support children who struggle with their behavior. He offers two reasons children behave in…
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Respiratory Disease Health Advisory
Washington State is experiencing an overwhelming number of children and babies being hospitalized for respiratory diseases. The CDC has issued a Health Advisory for the…
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Discipline and Disability Rights: What to do if Your Child is Being Sent Home
Learning the skills to maintain expected behavior and follow school rules is part of education. All students learn social, emotional and behavioral skills. Students with…
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Related Services in School and Beyond can Support a Child’s Development and Learning
A Brief Overview At school, related services help children with disabilities benefit from their special education by providing extra help and support. Options for related…
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Behavioral Health and School: Key Information for Families
When a student struggles to maintain well-being, achievement at school can be a challenge. This video provides key information for families to seek school-based services…
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Helping a Loved One with a Fear of Needles Get Vaccinated
Families have different reasons for not vaccinating their children against illnesses. The Washington Department of Health (DOH) reports that vaccination rates dropped 13 percent in…
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Willa Decides to Get Vaccinated
The decision to be vaccinated or when to mask can be confusing for anyone but for and individual that experiences anxiety, Autism, depression, or an…
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Tips to Organize Your Child’s Medical and School Documents
A Brief Overview Keeping track of important documents for your child’s health can save you time and give you less stress. Take advantage of technology!…