Autism Awareness
In April we honor National Autism Awareness month and offer support to parents and families who are affected by this complex disorder. Although there is no cure or universal treatment approach for autism, having a good support system can make a world of difference. Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss resources and current treatment strategies.
• Irva Hertz-Picciotto, PhD, is a professor of public health sciences at UC Davis.
• Deborah Monroe, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with the Regional Center of the East Bay.
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School and home environments where neuro-diversity is taken into consideration benefit children with attention and learning problems. Conflict is reduced and strengths are encouraged when skilled teachers develop engaging classrooms and curriculum, and parents understand how to support their child’s style of learning and temperament. Join Nurse Rona and guests:
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. This highlights an on-going debate in parenting and professional circles: how to discipline children respectfully, without trauma or pain? When are spanking and other forms of punishment considered physical abuse, and who makes that decision? Tune in to this lively conversation. 
In April we celebrate National Financial Literacy Month. Teaching children how to manage money not only gives them an important life skill, but is also a great way to learn responsibility! Nurse Rona and guests suggest ideas for teaching how to save, spend, and share money. April 12 marks the 15th anniversary of Teach Children to Save Day! 
Raising girls to be strong, confident, and empowered women is daunting in today’s culture of beauty and perfection. How can parents best support their daughters and create a supportive and loving home environment? Perhaps you know a young girl with a princess complex? Join Nurse Rona and guests for this special Book Club. 
Each year over 200,000 individuals are imprisoned in California, affecting the lives of over 300,000 children. Parental incarceration disrupts parent-child relationships, changes the dynamics of familial support, and creates emotional, psychological, developmental, and financial burdens. Listen as Nurse Rona and guests discuss the impact of incarceration on families and how to lessen the harmful consequences for children.