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Special Education & Autism Resources

In support of parents and professionals, Watson provides information and services through a series of special education and autism resources. Through its family of special education schools and services, the Watson Institute helps children and youth with special needs to achieve their fullest potential in all aspects of their lives.

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Sound Sleep Strategies

What are Sound Sleep Strategies? Sound sleep strategies can be implemented easily if parents are willing to be consistent and persistent through a week or two of implementation. Example: My […]

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Solving Tooth Brushing Sensitivities

Children with disabilities may experience oral motor sensory issues. Here are strategies to help solve tooth sensitivity when brushing. Oral Motor Desensitizing Solving Tooth Brushing Sensitivities includes utilizing a combination […]

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Solutions for Tactile Defensiveness with Paints

Providing adaptations, shaping, and choice control to sensory activities for children are strategies to help them with tactile defensiveness. Tactile defensiveness is a neurological response that can create hypersensitivity to […]

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Social Safety Awareness Strategies

How to Teach Social Safety Awareness Utilizing social stories in addition to concrete visuals are strategies that can be used to teach children about safety in regard to personal space, friends, […]

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Sitting at Supper

If you are looking for a way to help your child sit patiently and participate actively during mealtimes, try this behavior strategy! Child Behavior Strategies for Mealtime Participation Sitting at […]

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  • About Us
    • Locations
      • Pittsburgh, PA
      • Sewickley, PA
      • Sharpsburg, PA
      • South Fayette, PA
      • Wexford, PA
    • Blog
    • Events
    • Giving
      • Donate
      • PA Tax Credit Program
      • Leave a Legacy
      • Donor Advised Funds
      • Pro-Am Golf Tournament
    • History
    • Mission, Vision & Values
    • Senior Staff
      • Special Education Program Senior Staff
  • Schools
    • Education Center Sewickley
    • Education Center South
    • Friendship Academy
    • LEAP Preschool
    • WISCA
    • Safety and Wellness
      • School Lunch Programs
  • Programs
    • Behavioral Health Services
      • Diagnostic Testing
      • Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)
      • Therapy Services
      • FAQs
      • Request an Appointment
      • Make a Payment
    • Transition Services
    • Training & Consultation
      • TEACCH Autism Program Training
  • Learning Tips
    • Resources
    • Educator Insights
    • Classroom Strategies
    • Social Emotional Learning
    • Social Skills PowerPoints
    • Social Stories
    • Structured Learning Classrooms
    • Core Vocabulary Speech Therapy
    • Special Education Resource Books
    • Internet Resources
  • Careers
    • Special Education
    • Subs & Seasonal
    • Admin & Custodians
    • Behavioral Health
    • Internships
    • Job Clearances
    • Job Seekers FAQs
    • Apply Now
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