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"All of a sudden, I could see things much more clearly, was not constantly overwhelmed and over reacting. " —which way is up?

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February - March 2006
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Success At School
Is Your Child's IEP Working? Checking Up on ADHD Accommodations

How to take stock of your child's special-ed plan and make changes to her ADHD accommodations that will help her achieve success at school.

Reaping Rewards from Community Service

Children who help others learn to recognize their own strengths.

The Daily Report Card: Tracking School Progress for Children with ADHD or Learning Disabilities

Use this powerful parent/teacher tool to monitor the academic progress of your child with ADHD or a learning disability like dyslexia.

A New "Burden" for Parents

When parents and administrators can't agree on a child's IEP, families may need to turn to a due process hearing.

Shape School Behavior with a Daily Report Card

Teachers and parents of children with ADHD can use this method to spark better behavior in a hurry.

How to Use Mind Mapping to Make Term Papers Fly

Mind mapping software helps visual learners or the organizationally challenged to organize term paper content.

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When Mom, Too, Has ADD

How can you be a good parent to an ADD child when you have ADD yourself? Set up systems for the entire family.

Summer Camp: Fun! Friends! Learning?!

Summer programs for ADD kids mix recreation with just the right amount of academic support.

Saying No to Side Effects

If a minor adjustment of your child's medication doesn't remedy the problem, switching meds almost certainly will.

Standing Up for Your Child’s Educational Rights

Public schools are required to meet the needs of every child. But some schools need a nudge.

Inspiration
Writing a New Chapter

Once her youngest child left home, this successful screenwriter decided to get to the bottom of her daily struggles.

Frazzled No More

After years of feeling torn in a million directions, I finally got a diagnosis. And it wasn't stress.

My Money, My Mess

Someday I may become a paragon of fiscal responsibility. But I'm not there yet.

Become the Parent Your Child Needs

Create an environment that helps your child overcome the obstacles in his path.

The Organized Life
Pocket Helpers

Tiny electronic devices help you hold on to valuable possessions - including your sanity.

Tracking Medical Expenses

Here's an easy way to organize the paperwork that accompanies medical treatment, and even save a little on your bills.

Good Records Help You Save Money

Getting your medical paperwork in order can add up to big savings. Here's how.

Your ADD Coach
Whatever Happened to Good Old Singletasking?

Multitasking saves time - but can lead to costly mistakes. New research suggests when to tackle only one thing at a time.

Just Do It!

Want to stop putting off until tomorrow what you can do today? Procrastinate less with these five simple steps.

When the Words Just Won't Come Out

With the right help, even the most tongue-tied youngster can learn to calm down and speak up in class and in social situations.

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