The mission of ADHD Awareness Month is to educate the public about ADHD with reliable information based on the evidence of science and peer-reviewed research. The coalition members include ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO), Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), and Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD). The debate about Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is over. And the truth … Read more
Little things add up – Help kids form good habits Want to get ahead – do the basics. Don’t focus on the big, grand goals, but rather the tiny steps that, when done consistently, make progress and success much more likely. Surprisingly few people focus on the small steps. They look for shortcuts and work … Read more
This is a great, fun short exercise guaranteed to energize you and make you smile. Submitted for ADHD Awareness Month 2017 and winner of the Viewers’ Choice Award in Professional Category.
Cindy interviewed by Dr. Ned Hallowell on the Distraction Podcast. …In the first half of the episode Dr. Hallowell speaks with ADHD parent coach, Cindy Goldrich, about parenting the child you have, and ways to get all kids back into the swing of things. They talk about goal setting, not just for the kids, but … Read more
By now, preparations are well underway for this new school year. In some parts of the country, classes have begun, whereas for some school begins after Labor Day has ended. For me, my mind drifts back to last April. Why? Because I know that in many ways the best way to have a good school year … Read more
From the Understood website: Does your child have trouble staying organized? Is her backpack a mess? Does she forget to bring papers home from school? You might want to consider color-coding her school supplies to make things a little easier and more streamlined—for both of you. Watch as ADHD coach Cindy Goldrich shares the whys … Read more
From the Understood website: Lockers can be a big challenge for kids with executive functioning issues. From disorganization to lost school supplies, it can really be a mess—literally! It can also be hard for kids to figure out when to visit their lockers between classes, and what to take with them at each stop. Watch … Read more
From The Understood Website: Opening a combination lock at school may seem simple to some kids. But for those who struggle with executive functioning, working memory or spatial skills, it can be full of challenges. “Which way is left?” “Do I turn it once or twice?” “What’s my combination, again?” Watch as ADHD coach Cindy Goldrich explains … Read more
I remember while my children were young, that my time spent reading with them was not only joyful, but also an opportunity to share about inspirational people, topics, and concepts. I was looking at my bookshelf yesterday and one of my books caught my eye and I wanted to share it with you. Who Moved … Read more
How Honest Feedback and Reflection Can Help Students Thrive I have been listening to Sheryl Sandberg’s new book, Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy. There are so many gems in there for everyone – people who need support and uplifting, and those who are their friends, families, and cheerleaders. As she discussed … Read more
From struggle comes strength; That inner knowing that you can face challenges in life head on and push through them. Brooke Leon is a wonderful example of that truth. She is a student in 10th grade and has written this reflective essay for me to share with all of you. Notice her awareness, her pride, … Read more
I recently presented a webinar for CHADD: Ask the Expert titled: Improve Homework Time with Strategies that Work for ADHD. As a follow-up, they asked me to write an article answering some of the questions we did not have time to address during the presentation. Here is the article from CHADD’s ADHD Weekly Newsletter: Q&A with Cindy … Read more
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