Raising A Child With Special Needs Part 1

Dave and Bethlie are BACK! 

In today's episode Dave and Bethlie tackle a very important question from a listener about how to train a 3 year old with a big imagination to not lie.  

Later on in the episode Dave and Bethlie begin their series on raising a child with special needs.

Thanks for joining us and enjoy this episode!

Question from a listener

Would you be able to share tips on how to train a 3 year old who has a beautiful imagination on lying. We do a lot of pretend/imagination play, but I want him to also understand that lying (if asked a specific question) is not good.  This is something that just recently came up, and I wasn't sure how to handle it or train him on it.

1. You have to know the difference in imagination and lying.
   1. Lying lips are an abomination to God; but they that deal in truth are his delight
   2. You shall not bear false witness (you shall not be dishonest in any situation)
   3. Truth shall be established forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment
   4. Using ones imagination is fun and normal and creative; lying is refusing to face facts and/or take responsibility in a specific situation.
   5. Imagination is not wrong; lying is very wrong.
   6. Imagination is fun; lying is dangerous
2. You have to use different words. 
   1. Let’s pretend
   2. Let’s imagine
   1. Always tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth
   2. That is a LIE and That is VERY BAD
      1. Say that softly and sadly
      2. Connect those emotions with the act of lying
   3. In imagination
   4. In reality
3. You have to teach
   1. Jacob and his family
      1. He lied to his dad
      2. His father in law lied to him
      3. His sons lied to him
   2. The Boy Who Cried Wolf

(14:40) Raising A Child With Special Needs Part 1

Defining special needs.

Special needs refer to children who require additional support or services due to physical, developmental, intellectual, or emotional challenges.

These needs can range from mild to severe and may affect various aspects of a child's life, including: communication, mobility, learning, behavior, and social interaction. 

1. Some children have physical challenges
   1. Blindness, deafness, etc.
2. Some children have mental or emotional challenges
   1. Various degrees of autism
   2. Fetal alcohol syndrome
3. Some children are diagnosed with behavioral issues

ADHD

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These symptoms can cause significant problems in functioning at home, school, or work. 

ADD

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is the older, more colloquial term for a specific type of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) called "Predominantly Inattentive Type”.

ODD

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a behavioral disorder characterized by persistent negativity, defiance, and anger, often in children and adolescents. It's not a personality trait but a diagnosable condition that can impact a child's ability to learn, interact with others, and function in various settings. 

OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by obsessions (unwanted, persistent thoughts, images, or urges) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors or mental acts) that individuals feel driven to perform to reduce the anxiety caused by the obsessions.

Conclusion