ADHD Support
Here are 10 essential steps to improve the care, support, and outcomes for children with ADHD. 1. Understand the Social/Emotional impact of ADHD on learning, motivation, behavior, and the family system. 2. Create a uniform, comprehensive diagnostic procedure for assessing ADHD, including full family history, medical assessment for allergies and sensitivities, cognitive assessment, and observation … Read more
Parenting is hard! And when you are parenting a child with challenges such as ADHD, it can be very confusing and frustrating. • Am I enabling or supporting my child when I try to help? • What kind of boundaries will encourage growth and not just feel restrictive? • What kind of consequences will build … Read more
I was an active member of my school’s PTA over 20 years ago. I became aware that my district was using a highly regarded balanced literacy/whole language reading program to teach children how to read. This same program was being used in most schools nationwide. As parents, we were concerned that our children were not … Read more
When students with ADHD need academic and organizational support, parents often (and understandably) supply it. But how much support is too much? When does it become enabling? And how can you help your child learn self-advocacy skills to develop independence? Please visit ADDitude Magazine to read my full article where I outline 3 strategies to … Read more
As many of you know, it is not unusual for people with ADHD to struggle with reading skill development. In fact, of people who are diagnosed with ADHD, 30-40% will struggle with dyslexia. While many children seem to pick up reading with little effort, most of these children need more guidance and practice to become … Read more
The issue of how to support our children and our students comes up very often. How much help is too much? What is the best way to be helpful? When students with ADHD need academic and organizational support, parents often (and understandably) supply it. But how much support is too much? When does it become … Read more
Parents and teachers see different facets of every child, especially students with ADHD. The way neurodivergent learners respond in various settings often depends on their comfort levels, interest, confidence, and motivation. I participated in the ADDitude Webinar, Meet the Teacher: How to Build Relationships This Back to School Season, where we discuss important topics such as creating … Read more
As the new school year rapidly approaches, it’s natural to begin the process of, well, worrying about: Will my child do well with their teachers this year? Will I be able to collaborate effectively with their teachers if the need arises? Will my child effectively manage their homework? What role should I play in monitory … Read more
I recently connected with Dr. Nerissa Bauer, a wonderful behavioral pediatrician. While pediatricians offer general primary care services to children, behavioral pediatricians assist in specific difficulties, struggles, or deficiencies in the growth and development of a child. I asked her to share how you can work with a behavioral pediatrician when you have concerns about your … Read more
I recently met Carolyn Combs, a children’s book author who writes beautiful stories about how children can learn by connecting with animals in nature. She shared with me how animals use non-verbal communication and how she uses these examples to teach children important lessons. I asked Carolyn to explain how parents and teachers can use … Read more
Supporting Children and Teens with ADHD, Coexisting Conditions, and ADHD-like Conditions When your child is struggling in school or at home, it’s often hard to determine what are “typical” behaviors or learning struggles and what is beyond what might be considered within the normal range. I asked licensed clinical psychologist and author Dr. Gene Carroccia … Read more
If you have a teen who is getting ready to go to college in the fall, you may be wondering, or dare I say, concerned, about what services they will qualify for. Or perhaps equally concerned about what role you, and your teen will play in advocating for those services. I asked Lorri Comeau, an … Read more
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