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37. DIFFERENT THERAPIES
Therapists give praise and support as kids learn. There are different types of therapies, what is necessary and appropriate for one child may not, of course, be appropriate for another child. It all depends on the child and the needs to support him. Some recommended therapies: play-, music-, hippo-, art-, creative-,
dolphin-, occupational therapy.
38. ASKING HELP/ADVICE
As an adult, be open to ask for help if you are unable to cope or don´t know how to help/ support a child with a particular problem. Raising a child you love who has disabilities
or special needs can make parenting tougher. Those parents and caregivers can deal with feeling frustrated, lonely, and overwhelmed. By offering these parents the support and encouragement they need, they can feel less alone. Asking for help allows for the possibility of fresh ideas and a new perspective. Talking with a counsellor, special educator in the school, finding a support group or leaning on friends and family can also help to ease the burden these parents carry.
39. ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS
It is wise for parents to accept teachers’ recommendations for coping with their child’s challenging behaviour. Teachers may have more experience and knowledge.
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