Posted on: March 14th, 2014

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Posted on: March 7th, 2014

JetBlue flew an empty aircraft from Boston to JFK to assist us. The care and concern of the flight attendants was amazing. They were astounded by our group, so much so that at the end of the flight, the captain related for all to hear that he was truly impressed by the care that the HASC counselors provided for the special-needs campers – all of whom have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. We did our best to demonstrate a true kiddush Hashem.

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Posted on: March 7th, 2014

Q: What does twice exceptional or 2e mean?

Posted on: March 7th, 2014

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Posted on: February 28th, 2014

I had a great figure and dressed well, but the only thing wrong with me was that I had a very long nose with a huge bump.

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Posted on: February 28th, 2014

Shimon quickly shoveled a forkful of rice into his mouth, while attempting to scribble the right math equations into his workbook. “(2 x 34 -11)2” he said between mouthfuls. “Mommy, I got some rice on my paper, but I have to finish this before it is time to go in the shower,” Shimon choked out.

Posted on: February 28th, 2014

Josh is only nine years old, yet he’s an addict. How is that possible? You’re wondering where he gets his drugs from, how does his addiction manifest itself and if there are treatment plans.

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Posted on: February 28th, 2014

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Posted on: February 21st, 2014

I know of all Dr. Yael's techniques and I will tell the people in front of me, with derech eretz, that it is my turn.

Posted on: February 21st, 2014

First, it is important to establish a diagnosis for your child. Perhaps his struggles with reading are associated with ADHD or a processing disorder.

Posted on: February 21st, 2014

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Posted on: February 14th, 2014

Usually Menachem is very hungry when he gets home, and we have food prepared for him. Though logically, he should sit down happily and eat, when he is in such a hungry state logic flies out the window, and, out of frustration, Menachem will knock over and spill the food. So meal time with him involves a lot of cleaning and coaxing. And always, always, vigilance.

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Posted on: February 14th, 2014

Who created the current rules of dating? Why must the guy always pick up the girl by car, and pay for tolls, gas, etc., if things are not guaranteed to work out? After all, I may not be attracted to the girl, or our personalities may not click; thus, it turns out to be a waste of money and time for me.

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Posted on: February 13th, 2014

Once he thought of what he wanted to say and began to write, he would freeze. That’s why he spent the first hour after dinner doing anything he could to avoid his homework.

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Posted on: February 13th, 2014

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Posted on: February 13th, 2014

The basic approach of the Love and Logic method is to love your child enough to allow her to learn from her own decisions… and mistakes.

Posted on: February 7th, 2014

When adults cut in front of my child, they are stealing from her and me, as her delay in returning home affords me less help.

Posted on: February 7th, 2014

I once commented during a lecture that so many guys are just looking to play and not get serious. The speaker responded, “You’re not looking for a guy, you’re looking for a husband.” He was right. Making general statements about all men or women does everyone a disservice.

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Posted on: February 7th, 2014

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Posted on: February 7th, 2014

Anyone who has experienced a panic attack is familiar with the feelings expressed above – paralyzing fear, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and nerves. But, while panic attacks are real and extreme, everyone experiences some sort of anxiety on a daily basis. The question is: how much is too much?

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