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What is Behavior Therapy for ADHD? (Part 1)

Behavior Therapy is recommended treatment for children with ADHD, but there is a lot of confusion about…

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The Parent’s Role in Medication Management for ADHD Kids

The world of ADHD is an evolving and imperfect one. Fully stepping into your role as parent expert fills an often overlooked gap in the treatment system. Following the above guidelines maximizes your expertise as your child’s “parent,” and keeps you where you belong – as an essential member of your child’s success team.

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The Gut-Brain Connection in Complex Kids

Note: Prescription medication and Behavior Management (i.e. Parent Training) are first line treatments for kids with ADHD…

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Is Your Child in Your Blind Spot?

I know a lot about ADHD. That might sound like a pretty cocky thing to say, but…

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When Kids Don't Want to Take Medication

When Kids Don’t Want to Take Medication for ADHD, Anxiety or Depression

Elaine:So we’ve gotten a bunch of different questions that are all related to the issue of: what…

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Do Food Sensitivities & Allergies Connect with ADHD?

Note: Prescription medication and Behavior Management (i.e. Parent Training) are first line treatments for kids with ADHD…

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There is no Test for ADHD: Diagnosis Starts Here

“I got tested and I’m ADHD.” Article continues below… Treatment for your Child’s ADHDDownload a free tip…

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When Meds Don’t Work for ADHD

When my kids were diagnosed with ADHD (one at a time, like dominoes), it was recommended that…

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I Took Depression & ADHD to College (and How My Parents Let Go)

I Was A Typical Complex Teenager From the moment my parents finished helping me move into my…

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Four Reasons Why ADHD Meds Don’t Work

Finding the right ADHD medication can be tough, and there’s a lot of trial and error. Just…

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foods for adhd

Medical Foods and the Dietary Management of ADHD

Editor’s Note: We feel it’s important to introduce you to cutting-edge innovations in the management of ADHD….

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DBT differs from CBT

What is DBT and How Does It Differ from Other Treatment?

Emotions are a tricky thing. They can be beautiful and powerful … but not always rational. When…

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