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When Should You Give Your Child a Cell Phone?
In this digital age, kids are getting access to technology earlier and earlier – and it’s making…
Sleep and ADHD: Does Your Child Have a Sleep Disorder?
Barbara Luther was my first ADHD coach, and she continues to be one of my favorite resources…
Verbalize the Power of the Pause
There is so much value in taking a break — whether it’s deep breathing, counting to 10,…
The Biggest Secret to Raising Confident, Independent Kids
Most of us want our kids to become more confident and independent. We know their future success…
Handle Impulsivity with Word Mirroring
This is a strategy to support kids who struggle with impulsivity and have a difficult time staying…
How to REALLY Get your Kids to Brush Their Teeth
This is our kitchen sink (for real). Yours is probably far cleaner, but the general setup is…
How to Handle Hyperactive Kids – Keep them Busy
This may seem pretty obvious, but I want to be really clear: if you want to know…
How to Set Realistic Expectations: Expect the Unexpected
We are re-directing our complex children all day long, from sun-up to sundown. Little re-directions. Big lectures….
Working on Your Child’s Working Memory: Use Systems and Structures
Working memory is our internal Post-it note, the place where we hold information temporarily before we take…
What It’s REALLY Like in the ADHD Brain: A Video Simulation
Ever wonder what it’s like to be in your kid’s ADD/ADHD brain? Or your spouse’s? Or, do…
Socks in the Dogfood: Managing Distractible ADHD Kids
Socks In The Dog Food Bin? Yes. I found my teenage son’s socks in the dog food…
Girls Will Be Boys & Other Friendship Factors
A Pain to Witness Often, it pains us to see our kids walk alone on the playground,…
