“The selection of a backpack is a family affair. By joining together as a team, children will realize the importance of proper backpack wearing. It should be considered a fun family activity. The bottom line message is to have children begin to take more responsibility for their physical health.”

—Dr. Karen Jacobs, Occupational Therapist and Ergonomist

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Meltdowns are common in children with Autism and Asperger’s. They occur when the child becomes stressed out, upset or overstimulated. Meltdowns can be dangerous for the child and frightening for the parents, therefore it is important to develop an effective way of dealing with them and minimizing their occurrence.

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