Why Your Child Can't "Just Start"

Christie Sloan

Published on: 02/06/2026

Why your child just "can't start" a task? It's call task initiation and is an executive functioning skill that is important when beginning any task. It isn't about motivation, not caring, or defiance. it's about needing support to get going.

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Level 1 ASD

Christie Sloan

Published on: 01/06/2026

This post is an overview of ASD information, particularly level 1. It gives history, current thoughts, and prompts for future paradigm shifts needed.

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I Didn't Start Out as a Parent Advocate

Christie Sloan

Published on: 01/06/2026

About me and why I do what I do. I didn't start out an advocate for parents and children. I started out as a mom that was confused, worried, overwhelmed, and often lost. I was able to pivot and start moving in a positive direction to help others.

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Do You Wake Up Already in a Panic?

Christie Sloan

Published on: 06/05/2026

I wake most mornings already worrying about how the morning/day will go with my ND kiddo. Do you?

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