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Re: Anyone familiar with Dr. Ross Greene - Collaborative Problem Solving Techniques?

Yes, I am very familiar. I've read his books, have the cd and not only heard him speak, but have been to his clinic outside of Boston. Our entired education system should be rooted with his philosophies about how to deal with children. Whether a chlild has a "thing" - whatever neurological...

Posted to Special Needs (Forum) by cfvalente on 09-17-2008
Still unsure....

Hi, I am a single-again mom of two boys, ages 3 and 5. They both have ADHD, the 5yo has bipolar disorder, and the 3yo has global developmental delays. I see SO many positive things about homeschooling, and now that I am planning to stay home for a while, it seems like a good time to do it. However, I...

Posted to Getting Started (Forum) by fostadoptmom on 08-12-2008
Anyone familiar with Dr. Ross Greene - Collaborative Problem Solving Techniques?

Has anyone read Dr. Ross Greene's book -"The Explosive Child" and the concepts behind Collaborative Problem Solving for neuro-challenged children? If so what do you think of it? Do you utilize the techniques and what are your results? ~a

Posted to Special Needs (Forum) by a on 07-26-2008
Utilizing Public School Services While Homeschooling

Has anyone decided to utilize their local public school "specialized services" such as the Intermediate Unit for their special needs child while homeschooling? Examples of this would be: Vision Therapist, OT/PT Services etc. If so, why have you chosen to do so and what are the benefits? What...

Posted to Special Needs (Forum) by hsiamy on 07-26-2008
Re: New to homeschooling son suffered stoke long and short term memory problems any idaes

Hi there, Are you familiar with any cognitive rehab therapies that are designed specifically for brain injured/ neuro. impaired individuals? There are specific programs where they focus on Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy (you may have to find a local agency that specifically provides this type of service...

Posted to Special Needs (Forum) by hsiamy on 07-25-2008
Re: Is it ADHD, bipolar (?), now diagnosed with Graves'

Hi there, Wow...you have certainly been through a lot. I am glad that you posted this so others can hear your story. The HSI community is here to help and support you along the journey. Many homeschoolers face similar challenges such as you described in your post. It is important to have connections...

Posted to Getting Started (Forum) by hsiamy on 04-10-2008
Is it ADHD, bipolar (?), now diagnosed with Graves'

Hey, I am new and desperate. We have taken our son out of school. He is 8 (9 in June) and in third grade. He has always been a typical 'boy' in school. I have three other old children and I have been through the public school thing before. My oldest (son) is now 21. He was ADHD, dyslexic, later...

Posted to Getting Started (Forum) by cherpear on 04-08-2008
Re: Bipolar Child

I am glad that you liked it! I am so sorry for your loss...I remember the days of sitting in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (the NICU club) and wishing so badly that I didn't have to experience any of it...but ultimately in the end we somehow emerged on the other side w/a new found strength and...

Posted to Special Needs (Forum) by a on 01-25-2008
Re: Bipolar Child

HI Pamela, You are welcome! I am glad to have helped a bit. I have learned to expect the unexpected...b/c that is usually what happens. Since day 1 - as a parent, I have been thrown quite a few curve balls. Here is something that I would like to share with you. Enjoy! ~a Welcome To Holland I am often...

Posted to Special Needs (Forum) by a on 01-24-2008
Bipolar Child

I am so glad this part of the web site is finally up and running. I was wondering if there are any homeschoolers of bipolar children? I started homeschooling a 7 yr old daughter and 10 yr old son last year after bullying issues with my son at a new school. Shortly after we moved to a new state, and new...

Posted to Special Needs (Forum) by pks on 01-19-2008

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