Management is the process of getting people to work together to accomplish a desired goal or objective using available resources efficiently and effectively. How the desired goal or objective is achieved is left up to the managers within an organization. A leader's management style can impact how productive employees are. Management styles have been categorized in numerous ways; but no matter the approach, the focus is on either the project or the people.

Behavioral and mental health issues in children have received a great deal of attention during the past few decades. Terms like depression, ADHD and Autism Spectrum have become household terms and that's a great thing! Yet even as our awareness grows, families of children with specialized needs still struggle to find appropriate facilities and programs. Below is a resource list for families and medical professionals in search of quality programming for these kids.

Leia Armitage is a seven-year-old girl that lived without the ability to hear during the first two years of her life. She had a rare deafness condition which could not be remedied by simply wearing hearing aids or cochlear implants. Leia was born without an inner ear and did not have a hearing nerve, possibly suggesting a genetic disorder. Therefore, her parents did not expect her to talk at all.

Coming up with a career plan is essential since it drives you in the right direction, and it clearly defines your future. With a good career plan, you'll be able to know your weaknesses and strengths, and the expertise needed to meet your future goals.

If you're in the Behavioral Health field, you've likely worked with people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These two developmental disorders can be difficult to distinguish at times, so how do you tell the difference?

The safety of older ones, whether it's someone you care for in a professional capacity or a loved one, is paramount. Pinpointing swallowing issues should be done early because then adjustments can be made accordingly to suit their medical, biological, and interpersonal needs. It can be a challenge to detect issues with swallowing, but there are some clear warning signs to keep in mind.

Are you happy with your job? A recent study indicates that 88% of people leave their jobs, not because they want more money, but because they're unhappy. Does that mean employees are doomed to struggle through each day just for the sake of a check? Definitely not. In fact, you are the one who is in control of your happiness at work. Check out the following tips on how to maximize your happiness without minimizing your paycheck.

For years, special education teachers have been leaving the classroom at a higher rate than general education teachers. It's commonly assumed that this is due to issues with students, parents, and the burden of reams of paperwork.

Nordic walking is a new low impact workout perfect for any fitness level. The sport has been popular in Australia, Canada and throughout Europe for a while. It's becoming more prominent in the US and is getting attention from physical therapy providers.

We've all had them. Bosses who are so self centered, so overbearing, so loud that we cringe when they say our names. You spend your entire workday hoping to dodge their attention. Calling them a "disruptive leader" is putting it mildly. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) calls them Tornado Bosses.