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10 Ways to Prevent Bullying in a Neurodiversity Initiative: How to Recognize, Prevent, and Stop Bullying

Workplace bullying is a severe issue for all employees, and it is exponentially destructive for people on the autistic spectrum or with other neurocognitive differences. We know bullying, hazing, and harassment are workplace problems. Many of us struggle with how to deal with the issue effectively. Rather than philosophize about this issue, I’m sharing some practical strategies that provide ALL employees with a psychologically safe workplace and prevent bullying in a neurodiversity initiative.

2022-11-16T21:55:17-05:00By Susan Fitzell, M.Ed., CSP|Comments Off

Unconscious Bias and Stereotypes: What I Encountered Within

"Wow, were we wrong in our perceptions!" I exclaimed to my partner who is also from the USA. He was as embarrassed as I was at our obvious stereotypes. As I listened to the presenters, I realized that people from all over the world made the same mistakes and shared similar perceptions. This moment was life changing for me. "

2022-09-24T15:49:28-04:00By Susan Fitzell, M.Ed., CSP|0 Comments

Teaching Emotions in the Classroom

Children may not have the word for what they are feeling, but they may recognize the emotion in the expression on a child’s face. Ask children to point to the face that best expresses their own feeling. Give them the label for that feeling, using it as a springboard for discussion.

2021-06-02T13:20:37-04:00By Susan Fitzell, M.Ed., CSP|0 Comments

Effects of Drugs and Alcohol on Anger Management

When teaching students anger management skills, it is also important to help them understand the way that drugs and alcohol can affect their ability to control their anger and other emotions and in general, hinder their anger management progress.

2021-03-24T16:09:28-04:00By Susan Fitzell, M.Ed., CSP|0 Comments

How to Talk to Angry Children and Teens

Angry Children - Angry Teens - How to Talk to Angry Youth is a challenge with which many of us struggle. Angry youth are increasingly posing challenges for parents and teachers. Dealing with angry youth is critical for emotional health. Here's one powerful solution in starting that conversation with an angry student or an angry child.

2021-06-02T21:01:36-04:00By Susan Fitzell, M.Ed., CSP|0 Comments