As I am constantly trying to analyze and figure out Ben's behavior issues and how to best help him, I came across these interesting articles.
The 2nd article talks about Reactive Attachment Disorder.
PLEASE NOTE, Ben has not been diagnosed with this disorder, nor do I think he has this disorder. Of course, since his adjustment to his new life is a very long processwith lots of ups and downs, there is always the possibility we may have to consider this more seriously down the road...
I do believe though that Ben has some of the tendencies related to RAD.
So in the 2nd article, I thought there were some very valuable points about how parents and teachers should react/respond to a child who needs to always be in control.
The third article discusses how difficult self-regulation can be for kiddos with traumatic pasts. A great resource for classroom teachers...
What continues to amaze me with Ben is the fact that him having Down syndrome is probably the least of what we deal with with him. Most of Ben's issues are a result of being an orphanage for his first 6 years.
That being said, probably the best information I found regarding kiddos coming from a hard place was this simple saying:
"Sad presents as mad."
I would do well to remember that as I deal with the many power struggles and acts of defiance from Ben during the day. What is really going on his mind? What is he really trying to communicate to us?
5 Things You Should Know About How Orphanage Life Affects Children
Ways to Deal with Attachment Disorders
Trauma Informed Teachers
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