#LDchat Archive

Understood holds this weekly Twitter chat that aims to keep the momentum going and raise awareness of learning and attention issues. Follow along with hashtag #LDCHAT and follow users @understoodchats & @understoodorg. Experts will be available to answer your questions and concerns and share resources from Understood.org.
Wednesday November 16, 2016
12:00 PM EST
  • MrsMurat Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM EST
    https://t.co/8LemGULJ8w #iolchat #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM EST
    Welcome to today’s LD Chat! This is Dan with the Understood team. #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM EST
    We’re excited to have bestselling author and parenting expert @anndouglas cohosting today! #ldchat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM EST
    We’ll be discussing self-care for parents and teachers. #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM EST
    All participants will be automatically entered to win a copy of Ann’s book, “Parenting Through the Storm.” #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM EST
    Be sure to check your DMs later today to find out if you won. #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM EST
    Who's with us today? #ldchat
  • WATSONELAR Nov 16 @ 12:01 PM EST
    #ldchat Elizabeth Watson
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:01 PM EST
    Hey #ldchat folks! You know this is actually #SelfCareWeek in the UK, right? I learned it yesterday from my interactions w/ UK OT's.
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:01 PM EST
    @loshbaugh_c #LDchat
    In reply to @loshbaugh_c
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:01 PM EST
    Hi Elizabeth! Where are you joining us from? #ldchat
    In reply to @WATSONELAR
  • kerriYWG Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    Hi #LDchat. Just stopping in. At conference on Canadian drug pricing. I’ll be sort of lurking :).
  • teachwhotweets Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    Hi, I'm Cassie. I'm a secondary education and English major. This is my second time joining #ldchat
  • Doughalicious Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    @UnderstoodChats here from PA. I'm a parent with a child who has dyslexia. #LDchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodChats
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    Didn't know! Perfect timing. #ldchat
    In reply to @BillWongOT
  • BrytonMaclennan Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    #ldchat Bryton Maclennan
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    Thanks for joining! #ldchat
    In reply to @loshbaugh_c
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    Hey Kerri! So glad you found some time this week. :) #ldchat
    In reply to @kerriYWG
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:02 PM EST
    Excellent! Glad you're back. #ldchat
    In reply to @teachwhotweets
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    First time in chat and back to teaching after 30 years! #LDchat
  • guilfordpress Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    Head over to @UnderstoodOrg right now for the #LDChat with author @anndouglas!
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg, @anndouglas
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    That's great to hear! Thanks for letting us know. #ldchat
    In reply to @BillWongOT
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    Hopefully, we'll be able to give some good tips for you today! #ldchat
    In reply to @Doughalicious
  • commlearncenter Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    Hi there! Great topic choice today! #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    Hi Bryton! Glad to have you. #ldchat
    In reply to @BrytonMaclennan
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    That's great, Carol! #ldchat
    In reply to @loshbaugh_c
  • BrytonMaclennan Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    #LDchat I am Bryton Maclennan, an elementary education major. This is my first time in this caht.
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    Great to have you with us, Cassie! #ldchat
    In reply to @teachwhotweets
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:03 PM EST
    Wow! Thanks for joining and congrats on transitioning back to teaching! #ldchat
    In reply to @loshbaugh_c
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:04 PM EST
    It's great to have so many of you with us. Let's kick things off... #ldchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:04 PM EST
    Hi all, Ginny from Understood here. #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:04 PM EST
    As always, we’ll use a Q1, Q2… format for questions. Please use the A1, A2… format for answers. #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:05 PM EST
    Q1. What are some common stressors for parents of kids with learning and attention issues? #ldchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:05 PM EST
    I am sorta lurking too... since I am eating breakfast and preparing to go to work. #ldchat
    In reply to @kerriYWG
  • WATSONELAR Nov 16 @ 12:06 PM EST
    #ldchat Q1. How do I help them at home?
  • commlearncenter Nov 16 @ 12:06 PM EST
    A1: Concern whether their child's needs are been met (academically, socially, emotionally, etc.). #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:06 PM EST
    A1 Parents may be stressed by the hard work required to find suitable supports for their child. #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:06 PM EST
    A1 And then there’s the stress of dealing with unhelpful or judgmental comments from others about your child…. #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:06 PM EST
    A1 …to say nothing of the stress of dealing with challenging behaviors. #LDchat
  • BrytonMaclennan Nov 16 @ 12:07 PM EST
    A1: Parents may be stressed by the unrealistic expectations they hold themselves to. #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:07 PM EST
    A1 There’s a lot to be stressed about! The good news is that it’s possible to learn how to manage that stress. #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:07 PM EST
    Very true. Kids need support both at school and at home. It's not always easy on both the kids and the parents. #ldchat
    In reply to @WATSONELAR
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:07 PM EST
    A1. Being there with them whenever possible, bringing them to them to therapy sessions if they need it, attend IEP's! #ldchat
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:07 PM EST
    A1: In #highered, I see parents & students stressed about trying to get properly tested & diagnosed. #LDchat
    • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:05 PM EST
      Q1. What are some common stressors for parents of kids with learning and attention issues? #ldchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:07 PM EST
    A1 Theres a fear of the future... #ldchat
  • teachwhotweets Nov 16 @ 12:08 PM EST
    A1: I think finding adequate support and constantly wondering if they are providing the best care is highly stressful for parents #ldchat
  • Doughalicious Nov 16 @ 12:08 PM EST
    A1: Where to begin: Time IEP Mtgs Seeing your child struggle Trying to find resources Juggling work & your child's needs #LDchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:08 PM EST
    and also the implied loss of income... since they might have to find jobs that can fit such needs. #ldchat
    • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:06 PM EST
      A1 Parents may be stressed by the hard work required to find suitable supports for their child. #LDchat
  • commlearncenter Nov 16 @ 12:08 PM EST
    A1: It can also be particularly stressful if there is another child(ren) in the house (whether they be neurotypical or not). #ldchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:08 PM EST
    A1. Never feeling like your doing enough - the guilt. #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:08 PM EST
    Excellent point! As if handling the present-day situation isn't difficult enough... #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodGinny
  • 5book Nov 16 @ 12:09 PM EST
    A1 organization is a big issue for these kids #LDchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:09 PM EST
    and for some kids who needs meds, going through stages of experimentation! #ldchat
    In reply to @teachwhotweets
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:09 PM EST
    A1Concerned whether or not their child's strengths are being discovered #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:09 PM EST
    8 Things I Wish Parents Knew About Parenting a Child with #ADHD: https://t.co/nGXD6cbpAV #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:09 PM EST
    I remember feeling like there wasn't enough room on my calendar for all the appointments! #ldchat
    In reply to @BillWongOT
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    A1: There's also the lack of good transition from K12 to #highered. Lots don't know how the rules differ as do accommodations. #LDchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    I live in organised chaos in my room every day... lol! #ldchat
    In reply to @5book
  • amyeducatorhelp Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    Get your students engaged with VR. Get a kit and lessons at https://t.co/Yn4KNyImyG #ldchat
  • massignmenthelp Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    Online Learning: Benefits of Online Education https://t.co/sBEBdmhGjJ #iolchat #LDchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    10 Doubts Teachers have About Teaching Coding https://t.co/saMvYW4Jec #iolchat #LDchat
  • Segal_Institute Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    The criticism that children with #ADHD receive piles up and damages their self-esteem. Nurture their confidence with this exercise! #LDchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    Yes - and that your child is being misunderstood #ldchat
    In reply to @loshbaugh_c
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    The Process of Acceptance for Parents of Kids With Learning and Attention Issues: https://t.co/SMYafP02BV #infographic #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    That is a big one. And then a related worry: what the results of those tests will mean for the child + the family. #ldchat
    In reply to @mwilliamsAT
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
    Q2. Why should self-care be a priority for parents of kids with learning and attention issues? #ldchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:11 PM EST
    I know this stuff because I once did a presentation on caregiver stress in #autism at an OT conference. #ldchat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:11 PM EST
    YES! Particularly if you read something scary or discouraging online.... #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodGinny
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:11 PM EST
    some of this can also imply in autism too! #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:11 PM EST
    There can be a lot of worry -- and second-guessing. #ldchat
    In reply to @teachwhotweets
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:12 PM EST
    Yes, and in the old days - is my child "college material"? #ldchat
    In reply to @mwilliamsAT
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:12 PM EST
    So true! #ldchat
    In reply to @BillWongOT
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:12 PM EST
    Even backing up from that, what the results mean, period. What does this mean? I don't understand myself. #LDchat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:13 PM EST
    A2. Burning out can be a common problem... since parents have to deal with these struggles for longer stretches than rest of us. #ldchat
    • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
      Q2. Why should self-care be a priority for parents of kids with learning and attention issues? #ldchat
  • commlearncenter Nov 16 @ 12:13 PM EST
    A2: Self-care should be a priority for *all* parents! Though, particularly for parents of children w/LD due to additional stressors #ldchat
  • Doughalicious Nov 16 @ 12:13 PM EST
    A2: Your child is already stressed enough. You need to be strong, mentally alert & prepared to handled all the challenges. #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:13 PM EST
    YES! Parents want other people to see and appreciate the gift that is their child. #ldchat
    In reply to @loshbaugh_c
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:13 PM EST
    I see so many students who are ready to quit. They get tested & find they have LD. Now they know & can find ways to move forward. #LDchat
    • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:12 PM EST
      Yes, and in the old days - is my child "college material"? #ldchat
      In reply to @mwilliamsAT
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:13 PM EST
    A2 You compromise your role as an advocate for your child when you're not in good physical/emotional shape! #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:13 PM EST
    Why It’s Normal to Worry About Your Child: https://t.co/wozb6X6i9E #ldchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:14 PM EST
    https://t.co/WWS9XmTkvE is a good article I read on loss of income for parents of autistic children. #ldchat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • BrytonMaclennan Nov 16 @ 12:14 PM EST
    A2: It is impossible to adequately love and care for your child if you are constantly stressed and burned out. #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:14 PM EST
    Another excellent point. #ldchat
    In reply to @mwilliamsAT
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    How to Get Past Feeling Guilty: https://t.co/Qxz1u7te7L #ldchat
  • commlearncenter Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    A2: So as to not foster resentment, which would be unfortunate for both the parent and child. #ldchat
  • aptlyparamedic Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    RT @UnderstoodOrg: 8 Things I Wish Parents Knew About Parenting a Child with #ADHD: https://t.co/t4Cl2z0Hd2 #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    A2 We all need to feel we are on the same support side/advocate for the chilf #LDchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    yup! I actually heard Shonda Schilling talked about her experiences in her keynote at 2010 AOTA conference. #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodGinny
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    A2 We need to take the best possible care of ourselves so we can take the best possible care of our kids. #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    9 Ways to Keep Your Challenges from Affecting Your Relationships: https://t.co/BwJoK7QSBP #ldchat
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    A2: Burnout is real. Your kids see you get frustrated & burnt out, & it affects them. Recharge those batteries. #LDchat
    • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:10 PM EST
      Q2. Why should self-care be a priority for parents of kids with learning and attention issues? #ldchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:15 PM EST
    A2 Your child needs to see you taking care of yourself, too! Be a good role model. #ldchat
  • aptlyparamedic Nov 16 @ 12:16 PM EST
    RT @UnderstoodOrg: Why It’s Normal to Worry About Your Child: https://t.co/CUi6dmjnxa #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:16 PM EST
    A2 I know this because I’ve lived it. At one point, I got really depressed and depleted and I gained over 100 lbs. #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:16 PM EST
    A2 So if I’m passionate about this, it’s for good reason. I was once the poster child for self-neglect! #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:16 PM EST
    Don’t forget to check your DMs later today to see if you've won a copy of @anndouglas's book, "Parenting Through the Storm." #ldchat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:16 PM EST
    A2 thanks for being vulnerable and sharing #LDchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:16 PM EST
    Somehow I think many of us are in the same boat! #ldchat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:16 PM EST
    Q3. How can parents & educators of kids w/ learning & attention issues keep from losing their cool? #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:17 PM EST
    A2 Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s self-preservation. #LDchat #WednesdayWisdom
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:17 PM EST
    I once heard a sad story where a super single dad got burned out & eventually murdered his autistic teen in HK. #ldchat
    In reply to @BrytonMaclennan
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:17 PM EST
    A2 No one needs a happy, healthy parent more than a child who is struggling. #LDchat
  • teachwhotweets Nov 16 @ 12:17 PM EST
    A2 You can't help if you aren't healthy/in a good state of mind. You show you care for your child when you take care of yourself too #ldchat
  • LisaBorden Nov 16 @ 12:17 PM EST
    We need to take the best possible care of ourselves so we can take the best possible care of our kids. ~ @anndouglas #LDChat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:17 PM EST
    A2 Taking the best possible care of yourself is an act of kindness on behalf of your child. https://t.co/ETjxqZSdHT #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:18 PM EST
    A2 It’s important to teach our kids about self-care – and the best way to do that is by walking the talk ourselves. #LDchat #selfcare
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:18 PM EST
    A3. There are some great pins on Pinterest for such purposes! #ldchat
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:18 PM EST
    A2: Practicing self-care also teaches our kids to do the same. I see lots of students in #highered who haven't learned it & need to. #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:18 PM EST
    Any favorites? #ldchat
    In reply to @BillWongOT
  • lorri1956 Nov 16 @ 12:18 PM EST
    #ldchat A2 Because each child different and different things will work for each child. You have to watch out you your child
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:19 PM EST
    @sugaraunts has some awesome resources. She is an OT like myself. #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg, @sugaraunts
  • NoNutsPls Nov 16 @ 12:19 PM EST
    RT @LisaBorden: We need to take the best possible care of ourselves so we can take the best possible care of our kids. ~ @anndouglas #LDChat
    In reply to @LisaBorden, @anndouglas
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:19 PM EST
    A3 Recognizing that stress is setting in before losing it completely #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:19 PM EST
    6 Steps You Can Take to Keep From Losing Your Cool: https://t.co/1OFzCuEYsV #ldchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:20 PM EST
    Like me... I need positive reinforcement, not just straight concrete "what have you done wrong" talk. #ldchat
    In reply to @lorri1956, @UnderstoodOrg
  • BrytonMaclennan Nov 16 @ 12:20 PM EST
    That is a horrible reality of how far anger and guilt can drive you. Thanks for sharing. #ldchat
    In reply to @BillWongOT
  • Doughalicious Nov 16 @ 12:21 PM EST
    A3 That's a hard one. It's sometimes difficult to keep a cool head when schools don't adhere to recommendations of the experts #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:21 PM EST
    A3 We can identify the stress management + coping skills that work best for us + keep a list of these strategies close at hand! #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:21 PM EST
    3 #Mindfulness Techniques to Help Reduce Parenting #Stress: https://t.co/M4uvCkBTd1 #ldchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:21 PM EST
    Sure experienced that first hand (losing it completely) when I was doing paediatrics OT! #ldchat
  • lorri1956 Nov 16 @ 12:21 PM EST
    #ldchat A3 A3 Step back and take a deep breath before talking. Don't be confrontational!
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:22 PM EST
    A3 We can learn how to recognize the early warning signs that we’re becoming stressed + take action before we lose it. #LDchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:22 PM EST
    A3 Sleep enough! #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:22 PM EST
    A3 We can commit to creating a culture of self-care in our families, schools, and communities. #LDchat
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:22 PM EST
    This is huge. This can help with de-escalation of situations. #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:22 PM EST
    This is so important, and so often ignored. #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodGinny
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:23 PM EST
    A3 Encourage teachers to make self-care a priority. Teacher burnout may be linked to student stress https://t.co/LYhn6mQcjH #LDchat
  • 5book Nov 16 @ 12:23 PM EST
    A2 we want so much to cure and fix things for our kids. It's easy to be consumed by this. Kids need role models in managing stress #LDchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:23 PM EST
    I think this discussion should also apply to healthcare workers in schools too, since school & clinic based staff work w/ LD kiddos! #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:23 PM EST
    Last question coming up... #ldchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:23 PM EST
    Q4. What self-care methods and practices do you use to manage #stress and everyday challenges? #ldchat
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:24 PM EST
    A3 And we feel guilty when we can't reach everyone in a classroom the same way #LDchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:24 PM EST
    hard to do when you have to deal with 1+ kid after another when doing treatments. #ldchat
    In reply to @anndouglas
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:24 PM EST
    A3: I think it's also important to recognize that people will get upset. We have to recognize that & not discount it. #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:24 PM EST
    YES! Stop treating sleep like a frill. It's the glue that holds everything together. #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodGinny
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:25 PM EST
    I think that in that, we need to understand why they're upset. That's important. We need to listen. #LDchat
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:25 PM EST
    Q4 take a deep breath and give yourself a mental break-you are not in this alone, get support #LDchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:25 PM EST
    golf! Sometimes yelling profanity after my bad shots really help in terms of emotional release in my work week. #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:26 PM EST
    How to Avoid Being Overprotective of Your Child: https://t.co/DaAyPLTr6O #ldchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:26 PM EST
    likewise if you are like me (if I were still working in schools or clinic based paediatrics OT). #ldchat
    In reply to @loshbaugh_c
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:26 PM EST
    A4 Becoming physically active on a daily basis has been life-changing for me. It allows me to tame my anxiety. #LDchat
  • mwilliamsAT Nov 16 @ 12:26 PM EST
    A4: I recommend my students & their parents/loved ones take lots of breaks away from the tough stuff. It's OK to not always be "on." #LDchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:26 PM EST
    A4 Reach out for support from others who truly understand. You don’t have to do this on your own. #LDchat #peersupport
  • loshbaugh_c Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    Q4 yoga, meditation and following inspirational leaders #LDchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    A4 I try to use mindfulness meditation every day - even for a short burst #ldchat
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    If I were still a school based OT, I would say you got to know when to give in and when to stand firm after listening. #ldchat
    In reply to @mwilliamsAT
  • NorthCountyRP Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    @realDonaldTrump Please abolish #HealthcarePrivacyLaws which BLOCK Parents/Children access to adult Parents/Children #LDchat #FamilyRights
    In reply to @realDonaldTrump
  • Doughalicious Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    A4 Deep breaths. Now my daughter is learning to self-advocate, it is becoming a lot less stressful. #LDchat
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    10 Quick and Easy Timesavers for Parents (and Educators!): https://t.co/H9xr3JvduE #ldchat
  • BrytonMaclennan Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    A4: One tip that I was given was to regularly exercise, especially after a particularly hard day. stress relief and health. #ldchat
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:27 PM EST
    A3. Staying home when you're sick! #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:28 PM EST
    I love that advice! We need to give ourselves permission to rest and rejuvenate. #LDchat
    In reply to @mwilliamsAT
  • UnderstoodOrg Nov 16 @ 12:28 PM EST
    Only a few minutes left. Any final thoughts? #ldchat
  • lorri1956 Nov 16 @ 12:28 PM EST
    #stress #ldchat A4 Grab my Walkman and go for a walk. Count to 10, 20, 30, what I need to calm down.
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:28 PM EST
    A4. We're all better off when we take time for ourselves. We need to be mindful about this. #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:29 PM EST
    I love this message of hope. Thanks for sharing that. #ldchat
    In reply to @Doughalicious
  • BillWongOT Nov 16 @ 12:29 PM EST
    School allied health professionals working with LD kids can also deal with burnout too. Imagine 60+ kids on caseload! #ldchat
    In reply to @UnderstoodOrg
  • UnderstoodGinny Nov 16 @ 12:29 PM EST
    A4. I'm so grateful for my dog. That daily walk has to happen, and I always feel better afterwards. #ldchat
  • anndouglas Nov 16 @ 12:29 PM EST
    The mental health benefits of exercise are HUGE -- and hugely underrated! #ldchat
    In reply to @BrytonMaclennan