by Dr. Selz | Nov 7, 2024 | Parenting Misc
In addition to the myriad of labels and diagnoses offered as explanations for a child’s behavior, it is often assumed that parenting is a significant variable, if not the sole reason for a child’s behavior. As proof of this, when we see a child who appears...
by Dr. Selz | Oct 31, 2024 | Reading Comprehension
Last week’s post introduced concepts related to reading comprehension. (Enhancing Reading Comprehension: Part I) As previously noted, comprehension is an interactive process. The interaction involves ideas, concepts, images, background experience, fund of...
by Dr. Selz | Oct 18, 2024 | Modern Childhood, Parenting Misc
When working with children sometimes I think there’s a “Brave New World” aspect to things that come up. Many examples come to mind, mostly related to the use of technology (e.g., Google Classroom, artificial intelligence, etc.). A recent Brave New World experience hit...
by Dr. Selz | Oct 10, 2024 | ADHD/ADD, School/Special Education Misc
In 504 Land, one of the classic (almost knee jerk) accommodations recommended is to give an ADHD child extra time. Let me ask you this: How many impulsive, “hurry-let’s-get-it done-style” kids do you know who want extra time? The answer is none. The last...
