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School Success with Less Stress

School is stressful for kids and parents alike, especially when our kids are complex kids with ADHD,…

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Child hates math

What To Do When Your Child Hates Math

Addressing the Negatives Not all kids in school like math. I had one kid who loved it…

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Homework Advice for Kids with ADHD

Outrageous Homework Advice for Kids with ADHD

Warning: this strategy is going to fly in the face of traditional recommendations to parents! If we…

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stop child interrupting in school

Want to Stop Your Child From Interrupting in School?

Have You Tried Post-It® Notes? As parents, we’re not the only ones who are trying to help…

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career readiness in teens

Fostering Career Readiness in Teens

Navigating the journey from adolescence to adulthood brings different experiences for everyone. Some young adults transition into…

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love Back to school

4 Things to Love About Back to School

The Gift of Back To School Growing up, I always loved September and returning to school. Chances…

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dreading school meetings with teachers

Dreading School Meetings with Teachers? Try These 8 Steps

A client emailed me in a bit of a panic. She asked if I could offer any…

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best school year

Planning for the School Year Starts Now

August is here, and that means one thing: it’s time to go back to school. The summer…

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Training and ADHD: What Should Parents Expect?

Teacher Training and ADHD: What Should Parents Expect?

How much do teachers know about ADHD, and how much should parents be providing information to teachers?…

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ADHD Have to Work Harder Than Other Kids

Does My Child with ADHD Have to Work Harder Than Other Kids?

Do kids with ADHD have to work harder than their peers? Elaine & Diane respond to a…

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Academics

Organizing Students for Academic Success

Here we are – in the US, we are over halfway through the school year. Report cards…

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organize schoolwork

How to Organize Schoolwork for the ADHD Brain

Getting things done… frustrating for your child, and often a time-consuming nightmare for you! How to organize schoolwork…

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