The Sunfield Center Blog

A small argument has become a full-scale blowout. Again. Imagine that you, as many parents do, have just asked your child to clean his or her room. Your child ignores [...]

The arrival of a new baby can bring many exciting changes for a family. Families often rejoice at the news of a pregnancy and eagerly prepare for the arrival of [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Is getting your child who is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to sleep at night a struggle for your family? If so, you are not alone. Research shows [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Jacob is a 13-year-old 7th grader. He loves to skateboard and hang out with his friends. Even though he is bright and hardworking, his performance at school is significantly affected [...]

Studies on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) reveal that parental involvement is key to positive improvements and long-term change (Lord, Luyster, Gurthrie, & Pickles, 2012; Anderson, Oti, Lord, & [...]

As the holiday season approaches, families are looking forward to celebrating traditions, taking a much-needed break from work and school, and reuniting with loved ones. The holidays can often be [...]

Being told that your child has cerebral palsy (CP), a lifelong disorder, may be an unexpected and frightening experience for a parent. Cerebral palsy (CP) results from brain damage that [...]

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are pervasive developmental disorders characterized by impairment in social communication and social interaction, and restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). It is [...]