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A Closer Look: What Is ADHD & How Is It Assessed?
What Is ADHD? ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is commonly known as a neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect a...
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heatherarduengophd
- Apr 4
- 3 min
A Closer Look: What Is Autism and How Is It Assessed
Happy National Autism Acceptance Month! April used to be known as Autism Awareness Month, but the designation changed last year to Autism...
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heatherarduengophd
- Mar 2
- 3 min
Developmental Delays: What They Are and How To Identify Them
Every Child Has A Unique Way Of Growing As a parent, you want the absolute best for your child. You want to provide them with the best...
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heatherarduengophd
- Feb 6
- 3 min
Spotting Neurodivergence In The Classroom
Typical Classroom Settings Are Not For Everyone If we are being honest, traditional classroom settings are not friendly to everyone....
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heatherarduengophd
- Jan 14
- 3 min
Autism and Hobbies: Supporting Your Child’s Specialized Interests
Hobbies Look Different With Autism If you have a loved one who has autism, you may have learned a lot of things along the way. One of...
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heatherarduengophd
- Dec 5, 2022
- 3 min
Ways To Conquer Holiday Overstimulation
Holiday Stress With the holiday season in full effect, stress levels for many people are through the roof. Parents are trying to plan...
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heatherarduengophd
- Oct 13, 2022
- 1 min
What Did They Just Say?
Have you ever been in an ARD or IEP meeting at your child's school and felt like they were speaking a different language? "We just...
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heatherarduengophd
- Oct 13, 2022
- 2 min
Psychological Testing: What To Do When You Aren't Seeing The Progress You Expected With Therapy
Psychological testing can be an additional resource for someone who wants a deeper understanding of their emotional and mental wellbeing....
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heatherarduengophd
- Sep 14, 2022
- 3 min
Neuropsychological Testing: What Is It & How Can It Help?
A straightforward explanation of what neuropsychological testing encompasses and who may benefit for this specific type of testing. The...
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heatherarduengophd
- Sep 1, 2022
- 1 min
September is National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
Be sure to check out the following information from the Connections Wellness Group, who has several locations throughout the DFW area. If...
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heatherarduengophd
- Aug 10, 2022
- 3 min
Advocating for Your Child: How IEP Meetings Can Help Them Grow
An Individualized Education Program (IEP; also referred as an Annual Review and Dismissal/ARD) meeting is an important meeting that...
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heatherarduengophd
- Aug 1, 2022
- 1 min
PEARS is ONE!
One year ago today, I (Dr. Arduengo) shifted paths in my career and decided to open my own private practice. I worked in various local...
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heatherarduengophd
- Jul 25, 2022
- 0 min
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heatherarduengophd
- Jul 18, 2022
- 3 min
Symptoms & Evaluations: How To Identify Dyslexia In Your Child
Some parents may be pushing their children to “do better” without realizing that there may be an underlying learning disability at play....
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heatherarduengophd
- Jun 8, 2022
- 3 min
Autism & Children: When Should I Pursue Testing?
Children can show signs of autism fairly early in their development, but parents often struggle with knowing when is too early to test....
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heatherarduengophd
- Jun 2, 2022
- 3 min
Let’s Talk Private vs School-Affiliated Psychological Testing
Today, this blog post outlines the differences between special education/school-based testing versus testing with a private practice. It...
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