Jessica DolevJan 62 min readWhy Punishments Never Work—But This DoesPunishments have long been a go-to strategy for managing challenging behaviours, but have you ever noticed they often fail to create...
Jessica DolevJan 33 min readSo, Your Neurotypical Kiddo Is Friends with the Neurodivergent Kid Who Externalises Their BehaviourFriendships can be beautiful learning opportunities for kids, especially when they involve differences like neurodivergence. However, not...
Jess DolevNov 16, 20232 min readEmbracing Diversity: The Importance of Disability Inclusion for All Students in SchoolsInclusive education goes beyond the concept of mere accessibility; it is about creating an environment that celebrates diversity and...
Jess DolevOct 31, 20234 min readGender Affirming Therapy: A Path to Authenticity and Well-beingGender identity is a deeply personal and intrinsic aspect of human existence. For many people, their gender identity aligns with the sex...
Jessica DolevJul 1, 20232 min readThe differences between neurodiversity affirming behaviour support and behaviourismNeurodiversity affirming behaviour support and behaviourism are two very different approaches to supporting distress behaviours. Whilst...
Jessica DolevMay 1, 20231 min readDifference between Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)?Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD) are two distinct conditions that sometimes share some...