At a glance
- The Deniz Yıldızı blog is prepared to provide accurate and understandable information, especially to parents of newly diagnosed children.
- The articles are prepared by our agency; every article is approved for scientific accuracy by Psychologist (MSc) Burcu Cebeci Gürel before publication.
- Topics are selected from the questions parents ask most frequently in our centre and the misconceptions they most often fall into.
- The articles do not make diagnoses and are not a substitute for an expert assessment; each child's situation should be evaluated individually.
Prepared by: Deniz Yıldızı Special Education content team · Scientific review: Psychologist (MSc) Burcu Cebeci Gürel · Last updated: 15 September 2026
Why does Deniz Yıldızı prepare blog posts?
A parent who notices a difference in their child's development or encounters a new diagnosis usually looks at the internet first. Unfortunately, a significant portion of the information on the internet can be incomplete, outdated, or incorrect. According to our founder Burcu Cebeci Gürel's observation, relying on incorrect information on the internet is one of the points where parents get stuck most frequently during this process.
We prepare the Special Education Guide to fill this gap: to answer the questions parents really ask, in plain language but without compromising clinical accuracy. Our goal is not to frighten or sell hope, but to help you take the next step consciously.
How are our articles prepared and approved?
Every article goes through the same path before publication:
Topic selection
Topics are determined from the questions parents ask most frequently in our centre and the common misconceptions we encounter.
Writing
The article is prepared by our agency in plain language that parents can understand.
Scientific approval
The article is read and approved for scientific accuracy by Psychologist (MSc) Burcu Cebeci Gürel. An unapproved article is not published.
Publication
The approved article is published in the Special Education Guide and linked to the relevant service or For Parents pages.
Which articles will be published soon?
We are working on the following titles. As the articles are approved, they will be published on this page.
Do boys speak late? Why might this belief cause delays?
We will explain in which situations waiting with the thought that 'boys speak late' can be risky, and when an assessment should be requested.
Will it pass when they grow up? What can be done instead of waiting?
We will discuss how waiting, thinking they are still small and will open up as they grow, might cause one to miss early support opportunities.
Will they open up when they start preschool?
We will talk about what the preschool and school environment can provide a child and why it does not substitute for special education support.
Will my child speak?
An honest look at the question most frequently asked by parents: the factors affecting speech development and why experts do not give an exact date.
Will they be completely fine once they start speaking?
We will explain that the start of speech is an important step, but communication and social skills may need to be additionally supported.
Is it autism or not? What does a preliminary assessment show?
We will explain the difference between a preliminary assessment and a diagnosis, and what the family can do during this process.
How long does special education last, when does it end?
We will explain why the duration of education varies from child to child and how progress is tracked.
What should I do at home? Small steps spread through daily life
General suggestions on how you can support your child's development outside of session hours, within daily routines.
They started school, is support no longer needed?
We will discuss that starting school does not always eliminate the need for support, and why cooperation with the school is important.
Would they do it if they wanted to? Naughty, or in need of support?
We will talk about ways to understand whether there is an attention or learning difficulty behind the behavior in children described as 'very smart but naughty' or 'could do it if they wanted to'.
What will the topic categories be?
We categorize our articles according to the areas our centre supports and the needs of parents.
| Category | What does it cover? |
|---|---|
| Autism | Early signs, preliminary assessment and diagnosis process, educational approaches, family support |
| Speech and language | Delayed speech, articulation, stuttering, children growing up bilingual |
| Attention and ADHD | Attention, hyperactivity, executive functions, school and home routine |
| Learning disability | Struggles in reading, writing, and the learning process, cooperation with school |
| Giftedness | High intelligence, asynchronous development, social-emotional needs |
| Early development | High-risk infant follow-up, developmental milestones, screening processes |
| For parents | First steps, Guidance and Research Centre (RAM) process, support at home, common misconceptions |
What do we pay attention to in our articles?
- We use plain and warm language, and do not compromise on clinical accuracy.
- We do not make exaggerated promises, and do not use guarantee or definitive result statements.
- We do not use children's photographs without permission.
- We prefer an informative tone rather than a commercial one.
- We submit every article to Psychologist (MSc) Burcu Cebeci Gürel for scientific approval before publishing.
Frequently asked questions
Who writes these articles for Deniz Yıldızı?
Our articles are prepared by our agency. Every article is approved for scientific accuracy by Psychologist (MSc) Burcu Cebeci Gürel before publication.
When will the articles be published?
Our articles are currently being prepared and will be published on this page as they are approved. You can find the titles to be published soon above.
Can these articles be used to make a diagnosis?
No. Our articles are for general informational purposes and do not substitute for an expert assessment. If you have a concern, you can reach out to us for a comprehensive expert consultation.
What topics will be covered?
We are preparing articles under the headings of autism, speech and language, attention and ADHD, learning disability, giftedness, early development, and for parents. The topics are selected from the questions most frequently asked by parents.
Can I request an article to be written on a topic I'm curious about?
You can send your topic suggestions to denizyildizizmir@gmail.com. Questions from parents are our most important source when determining our article topics.
Why might the information in the articles be different from other sources on the internet?
Some of the information on the internet can be incomplete, outdated, or incorrect. Because our articles pass through expert approval, they aim to convey scientifically correct information rather than common beliefs.
Can I share the articles?
You can share the links to our articles with families you think they would be useful for. It is valuable for us that information spreads from the right source.
