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Telehealth has inserted itself as a key facet of healthcare. Yet parents have prudent questions about whether virtual options work to diagnose a neurodivergent child. Here’s what the latest research shows — and what we’ve found: Read @ https://lnkd.in/gUQTHpxv #telehealth #neurodivergence #ASD #parenting #autism

Screen time can be one of the thorniest issues of parenting, especially in summer. A helpful new analysis from an international team of researchers (covering 292,000 kids) explores the nuances of kids and screen time. We wanted to highlight three important findings: 1. A child’s dependence on screens may create problems, but it may also be a symptom. 2. Not all screen time is created equal. 3. Screens aren’t all bad. (Yep, you read that right!) Screen use can lead to socioemotional problems, such as acting out in ways that would be expected of a younger child. And on the flip side, children who have socioemotional problems may turn to screens as a way to cope — and not a productive one long-term. Small effects accumulate over time, and gaming in particular showed a greater tie to socioemotional problems. Researchers recommended special vigilance in this area, as well as teaching children non-screen methods of coping with problems. Notably, content, context and motivation for using a screen matter. Monitored and modest amounts of screen time — particularly if it’s educational or enjoyed as a family — posed minimal risk of socioemotional problems. A key barometer was whether screen time displaced necessary activities such as sleep, exercise and social interactions. “Our findings support screen time guidelines that not only limit exposure time but also emphasize content quality and a positive social context,” researchers wrote. “Parents should consider monitoring not just how long children are on screens, but also what they are doing and who they are interacting with.”

Fifteen minutes. That’s one percent of your day. As a parent, if you knew you could reap dividends for a 1 percent investment, would you do it? The investment: Fifteen minutes of focused time playing with your child — with your child taking the lead. Life is incredibly busy and replete with distractions. But at Pariva, we have observed — and researchers* have documented — robust benefits from this investment. It’s particularly worth mentioning this month, when we observe the United Nations' International Day of Play (it was June 11, but we’re celebrating all summer) Read More @ https://lnkd.in/gT52pGqs Here are just a few benefits of play: Children learn through play. We use this strategy all the time when we work with neurodivergent children and their families. It’s not just intellectual or life skills — it’s social, emotional and physical skills, too. Read More @ https://lnkd.in/g3X4BS7B It helps children connect with others, imagine and create in a safe context. Kids can better make sense of the world, including after they experience pain or grief. Ability to pay attention and regulate emotions (i.e. behavior) improves, and stress falls. But the dividends don’t end with children. Caregivers report better mental health and connection, as well as lower stress. Parenting today is, frankly, hard. And obviously, play does not always need to involve a caregiver. But a few minutes relaxing and simply connecting with a child on his or her terms can remind us of the other side of the coin: joy. *For a comprehensive — albeit academic — analysis of the benefits of play for children alone and children with adults, check out this clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics @ https://lnkd.in/gVDpnutC

Happy Father’s Day from Pariva! Every day, we see the difference dads can make in their kids’ lives. Keep up the good work! #fathersday #parenting #neurodivergence #bestdadever

Join our growing team! We're excited to announce openings for a Licensed Clinical Supervisor and a Diagnostic Psychologist. We can't wait to meet you! ➡️ To apply go to https://lnkd.in/gu_sz926

Happy International Day of Play!! Play is SO good for us all! To help you play this summer, we’re introducing Summer Explorations BINGO with all sorts of play ideas — complete with fabulous prizes and the potential to be featured in our e-mag at the end of the summer! Get your board and instructions: https://lnkd.in/eaV6RthG

Here's our perspective on the continued rise in autism spectrum disorder diagnoses, including the many factors that play into it — and the reasons for hope: Read More @ https://lnkd.in/gr2qXTny #neurodiversity #parenting #autismawareness #autismfamily

Pariva Health began because of one mom’s belief in her child. Thank you, moms, for believing. Happy Mother’s Day!

The NAMI theme for this year’s Mental Health Month is “In Every Story, There’s Strength,” and it immediately brings to mind many of the parents who come to Pariva. Raising a #neurodivergent child can be confusing and stressful, and sometimes the strongest thing you can do is ask for help. We’ve helped many parents with the mental health challenges they face in the midst of parenting.

During #AutismAcceptanceMonth, talk with your children about the different ways in which we all see the world — and how cool that is. Read More @ https://lnkd.in/eZ5-wfJj #autismawareness #worldautismmonth #everychildmatters #neurodivergence #autismacceptancemonth #parenting