Archive for July, 2010

447. Boredom

Mary Alvord, Ph.D., psychologist, Director, Alvord, Baker and Associates, LLC

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Resources

American Psychological Association – Includes a Psychology Help Center and YouTube sources as well.

Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies

Caution: When exploring/researching online, be aware of what is genuinely credible.

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Pending: Building Resilience, by Mary Alvord

446. Magic and Children

Bradley Fields, magician

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Resources

F.A.M.E. (Future American Magical Entertainers) – was a pioneering organization in the magic field, now defunct, for young people. It existed in New York City, USA. From the early 1940s it was called the Peter Pan Magic Club. Later in the 1950s it would be called F.A.M.E. till the 1980s.

The Society of American Magicians

International Brotherhood of Magicians

If you can find local magic shops in your community or a nearby city, visit frequently and talk with the others in the store; very helpful! A good way to learn about what local activities might be available.

445. Helping Your ADD Child Organize for School

Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D., psychologist, Director, Chesapeake Psychological Services of Maryland

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Resources

Kathleen Nadeau

CHADD.org – Information on this site can help locate support groups, the National ADD Resource Center, and specific community help.

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Pending: ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Kids by Kathleen Nadeau.