What Does ADHD Mean For Your Child?
If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, there's no need to panic! This is one of the most common cognitive disorders that occurs in both children and adults. As [...]
Fall: A Season For Raising Awareness About Learning Differences
In 1985, the month of October was established as Learning Disabilities Awareness Month.(1) The goal of this awareness month is to help the public better understand and support the estimated [...]
The Relationship Between Sleep and ADHD
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a common disorder that affects both children and adults. Individuals with ADHD exhibit a variety of symptoms, including impulsivity, restlessness, difficulty concentrating, problems in school, and [...]
The Effect of Zoom Classrooms on Students With ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is characterized by hyperactive, inattentive, and impulsive traits that negatively impact the daily life of a child or adult. (2) ADHD is usually diagnosed [...]
Is It Harder to Diagnose Girls With ADHD?
The symptoms of ADHD vary widely from person to person. Someone with ADHD can be impulsive, hyperactive, or disorganized.(2) He or she might find it difficult to pay attention in [...]
Helping Your Child Learn to Self-Advocate
Advocating is an essential part of being a parent. When you find that your child has a learning difference, advocacy becomes even more important. From enforcing IEPs to navigating difficult [...]
Everything You Need to Know About Adult ADHD
The majority of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder are diagnosed with the condition around second grade, with most parents spotting symptoms well before age 7.(1) As a result, ADHD is [...]
Sleep Patterns & ADHD
Challenges pertaining to sleep loss are common among children and adults diagnosed with ADHD. In fact, there seems to be a cyclical relationship between poor sleep and the behaviors associated [...]
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder and ADHD
January ushers in not only the new year, but the heart of winter. While this change in seasons is enjoyable for many, the lack of sunlight and on-set of cooler [...]
Back to School Tips for ADHD
Summer is a much needed break for children with ADHD. They can sleep in and go to bed more or less when they’d like. There’s plenty of time to play [...]