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Standing Up For Kids Who Are Falling Behind
About a year ago, I bumped into a mom from elementary school days whom I hadn’t seen…
The Link Between Brain Maturity & Academic Success with ADHD
For years, clinicians in the ADHD community debated if a link existed between a child’s brain development…
Six Things to STOP Saying to your ADHD Kids
One of the most common questions I hear from parents – in coaching sessions, on training calls – is “how do I say that so that my child will respond?”
Brain Health and ADHD
According to Dr. Mark Bertin, author of “The Family ADHD Solution,” when treating ADHD it’s important to…
Help My Teen is Falling Behind!
When your teen is falling behind in school, beyond just focusing on the schoolwork that is not…
What To Look for in a Behavior Therapy Program for ADHD
Behavior Therapy is recommended treatment for children with ADHD, but there is a lot of confusion about…
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…
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.
Worst Parenting Advice for Complex Kids
Complex kids are different. But as parents, we don’t always know that starting out. So we try…
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…
4 Tips to Introduce an ADHD Child to Systems and Structures
Systems and structures help us tame the chaos of life with ADHD, bringing order to our homes…
Check in With Your Body
Note: This week’s Self-Care Tip is brought to us by our fabulously mindful featured Expert, Lidia Zylowska!…
