Stress Management
3. What causes stress
3.1. Intellectual and other developmental disabilities (IDD)
In this presentation you will be introduced to typical human development.
You will also be introduced to challenges that may occur when the brain does not develop as expected.
We will review sensory, motoric and cognitive development in detail.
We will touch upon three key concepts no matter what disability your child has; concepts that are invisible to both the child and the family:
- Executive functions
- Central coherence and
- Theory of Mind
A reduced or atypical development will always have an impact on how you live your life.
A reduced or atypical development always results in an increased risk of stress usually because people with intellectual disabilities often find themselves in situations that are not understandable or too complex for them.
Human development, part 1
(9 min. 33 sec.)
Human development, part 2
(10 min. 7 sec.)
Human development, part 3
(10 min. 18 sec.)
Presentation in PowerPoint:
Activity:
Observe your child - or think of a situation with your child:
- How do you perceive your child as developed differently than expected?
- Is it easily recognized?
- After watching the presentation, do you recognise developmental issues regarding your child?
Consider these three concepts:
Central coherence, executive functions and Theory of Mind; all of which are invisible.
- Does your child have any disabilities regarding these three key concepts – concepts that might not have been perceivable to you?
What about you?
- As mentioned in the presentation, we are all challenged at our level of functioning - our executive functions in particular - when we are sick, stressed or otherwise.
- Are your executive functions affected by taking care of your child and your family?
- Are you affected by overload on your executive functions?
Consider what type of help/support would suit/benefit you and your family best.
Consider what makes your family prosper and thrive.