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The Personal Blog section of OrbRom Center offers insights, reflections, and stories from educators, therapists, and parents working with children who have special needs in Cambodia. These posts share real experiences, challenges, and successes in the journey of inclusive education and therapy. From tips on speech development to sensory-friendly strategies, each article is written to inform and inspire. Readers gain a behind-the-scenes look at our daily work, community impact, and the values that drive us. It’s a space for connection, learning, and advocacy—amplifying voices that matter in special education.

What is a developmental assessment?

A developmental assessment is a formal evaluation of a child's development. It is used to identify children who may be at risk for developmental delays or disabilities. Developmental assessments are typically conducted by trained professionals, such as developmental [Read More]

Dyscalculia: A unique learning disability

Dyscalculia is a specific learning disability that affects a person's ability to understand and use numbers and symbols. It can make it difficult to learn basic math skills, such as counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It can also [Read More]

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Vineland-3: A comprehensive assessment of adaptive behavior for children and adults

The Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition (Vineland-3) is a comprehensive assessment of adaptive behavior for children and adults ages 0-90 years. Adaptive behavior refers to the skills a person needs to live independently and participate in the community. [Read More]

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Do Fidget Spinners Actually Relieve Stress?

Fidget spinners are small, handheld devices that consist of a central bearing surrounded by three or more weighted arms. They can be spun between the fingers or on a table, and they can be used to relieve fidgeting, improve [Read More]

ADHD and sleep

People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often experience sleep problems. In fact, research suggests that up to 80% of children with ADHD have sleep difficulties. Sleep problems can also persist into adulthood for people with ADHD. There are [Read More]

2023-09-22T11:08:47+07:00By |Categories: ADHD, Personal Blog|Tags: , , , , , |Comments Off on ADHD and sleep

Developmental milestones: A comprehensive guide for parents

Developmental milestones are the skills and abilities that most children learn at certain ages. They are a way to measure how a child is growing and developing. Milestones can be divided into four main categories: Gross motor skills: These are [Read More]

Autism Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. People with ASD may have difficulty with social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. While there is no cure for ASD, there are many ways to support [Read More]

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Autism and Anxiety

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. People with ASD often have difficulty understanding and responding to social cues, and they may also have repetitive behaviors or interests. Anxiety disorders are a group [Read More]

Autism: Differences between Boys and Girls

While Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is often thought of as a "male disorder," it is actually diagnosed just as often in girls as in boys. However, there are some key differences between autism in girls and autism in boys. [Read More]

Sensory Processing Sensitivity: What It Is and How to Cope

Sensory processing sensitivity (SPS) is a personality trait that involves being more sensitive to sensory input than most people. People with SPS may be more sensitive to light, sound, touch, taste, smell, and/or movement. This can lead to a [Read More]

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