I recently went for an eye exam in my new hometown of Boulder CO, and had the good fortune to meet with a very gifted, insightful optometrist. As I shared a bit about the work I do with teaching skills children struggling with homework, and supporting parents raising a child with ADHD, she commented that … Read more
Here is an excellent resource that Eileen Bailey wrote several years ago called “12 Things Kids with ADHD Would Like Their Teachers to Know”. Feel free to print it and share it. I have included a PDF for your convenience. 12 Things Kids with ADHD Would like Their Teachers to Know 12 Things Kids with ADHD … Read more
Now that summer is finally upon us it’s a good time to take a break from the treadmill and breathe. While for many of us, although our work day is no different, there is undoubtedly a shift in the daily routine now that the school bus no longer beckons and homework is not an ever-present stressor. … Read more
My latest article that appeared in the CHADD Attention Magazine Winter 2017-18 edition. Conversations with our kids are not always easy. Sometimes it feels as if they just are not listening. Other times it seems that, with all our efforts, we cannot get our children to share their thoughts, concerns, or even their desires. Or … Read more
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is characterized by excessive anger, frustration, arguing, stubbornness and defiance. The correlation rate for being diagnosed with ADHD and ODD is staggering, ranging between 60% and 80%. It is the most common co-existing condition associated with ADHD and people with ADHD are 11 times more likely to be diagnosed with ODD … Read more
I just watched the Kara Swisher interview with Maria Shriver and her daughter Christina at SXSW about Alison Klayman’s upcoming film, “Take Your Pills” that they co-produced. The movie will be on Netflix on Friday, March 16th and I am cautiously optimistic. My sincere hope is that it will address the serious and dangerous issue … Read more
This year I have had the opportunity to provide professional development in Michigan, Indiana, Florida, Colorado, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, California, Maryland, New Jersey and New York. I have worked with teachers, guidance counselors, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, social workers, school psychologists, paraprofessionals, and principals. What I have experienced this year has convinced me wholeheartedly … Read more
Cindy was interviewed by Jeff Copper on Attention Talk Radio. From the Blog Talk Radio website: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder creates an interesting dynamic, especially between parents and teens or young adults. At its core it is often an element of trust or distrust that creates either cooperation or conflict. In this episode of Attention … Read more
As some of you may know, my mother passed away during the holidays. Fortunately, she had not suffered an extended illness, and I was able to be with her during her last days. Because of the work I am blessed to do, I spend a tremendous amount of time thinking about and discussing the “job” … Read more
I recently showed the documentary Screenagers and hosted a panel discussion following the film. I have to tell you that the experience, the conversations, and the whole issue of how our kids today are being impacted by their use of phones and social media has shaken me to my core. Truly, I believe this is … Read more
Cindy interviewed by Paula Phillips of the ‘On The Right Road’ podcast on the Voice America network. … Join Paula and her expert guest for this wonderfully helpful program that will take a heartfelt, in-depth look at ADHD and provide tons of insights and tips that will be of support to all affected… Whether you’re … Read more
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