Blog Category: Transition Planning

  • Plan for Success: Making a Smooth Transition into Adulthood

    By: Sabrina Riera & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Regardless of whether you have been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), going from being a teen to being an adult can be a scary and often difficult transition [...]

  • Parent Teacher Conferences – Tips for Parents

    By: Amy Nasamran, M.A. & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Now that the school year has started and students are settling into their new classrooms, parent-teacher conferences are right around the corner. Parent-teacher conferences can be a good opportunity for [...]

  • How to Make Homework Time More Fun & Efficient

    By: Allison Salk & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Homework may be a source of anxiety for both children and for their parents. Oftentimes, parents wonder how to be involved and make sure work gets done while still allowing [...]

  • Building a Bright Future: Transition Planning During High School

    By: Sabrina Riera & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    Middle school is nearly over, and high school is just around the corner. If you’re the parent of a child with special needs, this means it’s time to start planning [...]

  • Autism & Transition: Young Adults Struggle to Enter the Adult World

    By: Amy Nasamran, M.A. & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    A recent study has found that young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are exceptionally at risk for struggling in their transition from high school into adulthood. In particular, young [...]

  • Who is treating my child?

    By: Nicole Ferszt, B.S. & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    May 23, 2018

    With the ever-increasing trend towards specialization in medical education, all patients with chronic conditions have felt the frustration of never-ending doctor’s appointments. While, as a patient, you most likely understand [...]