ADDitude Editors

• ADHD at School: Hyperactivity Help
  Strategies for harnessing ADHD hyperactivity in the classroom... more »
• Homework Help! A System That Works for ADHD Children
  Consistent routines provide the homework help children with ADHD and learning disabilities need... more »
• How to Give Good Instructions to Children with ADHD
  Expert tips for helping your child or student with ADHD better listen to, understand and... more »
• Focus the Attention of Distracted ADHD Children
  Creative ways to keep distracted children with ADHD and learning disabilities focused and engaged in... more »
• School Behavior Tips: Impulse Control for ADHD Children
  Help children with ADHD think before they act by establishing clear expectations, positive incentives, and... more »
• School Organization 101: Clutter-Free Backpacks and Bedrooms
  Work with your child to develop a school organization system for keeping homework papers and... more »
• Better Language Skills for Children with ADHD or Learning Disabilities
  Expert advice for bolstering language skills – reading, writing, and speaking – in children with... more »
• Organization Help for ADHD College Students
  Expert advice to help ADD/ADHD college students get organized, study better, and succeed at school... Organization help for ADHD college students»
• College Survival Guide for ADHD Students
  Practical, essential tips for college students with ADD or learning disabilities like dyslexia... more »
• ADHD Symptoms Checklist
  Do you have ADD? Use this checklist to understand common ADHD symptoms and test your... more »
• Help Socially Immature Kids Make Friends and Succeed at School
  How to help children with ADHD improve behavior and social skills to make friends and... more »
• ADHD at School: Helping Children Follow Directions
  Strategies to help children with attention deficit disorder (ADD ADHD) focus and sustain attention in... more »
• Aggressive Children in the Classroom: Does Your Child With ADHD Disrupt and Throw Tantrums at School?
  Help children with ADHD rein in impulsive behavior with these strategies for at school and... more »
• Sample Letter to Request Accommodations for ADHD Students
  Use this letter to get school accommodations for ADHD students or children with learning disabilities... Letter to the special education services department»
• ADHD Experts: 8 Ways to Focus at Work & Home
  8 simple ways for adults with ADD to reduce distractions on the job and with... more »
• ADHD Classroom Accommodations: Guide to Getting Special Accommodations, Services for ADD Children
  Eight steps for meeting your child's educational needs with ADHD accommodations at school... more »
• 7 Myths About ADHD... Debunked!
  The truth about attention deficit disorder in children and adults - ADHD experts disprove seven... more »
• How to Get ADHD Accommodations at School
  Start collaborating with teachers and school administrators on ADHD accommodations for your child before the... more »
• School Guidance and Gizmos
  High-tech gadgets and low-tech resources to help parents and children with ADHD or learning disabilities... more »
• Common Comorbid Conditions Associated with ADHD
  Roughly half of all children with ADHD suffer from a condition like anxiety, depression or... more »
• Parenting ADHD Children: Can Behavior Therapy Help?
  Seven ADHD behavior therapy strategies guaranteed to improve the attitude and self-control of your child... more »
• ADHD Organizers: Day-Planner or Smartphone?
  Need organization help? Follow our checklist to choose the right handheld organizer solution for adults... more »
• Get Organized: Best Resources for ADD Moms
  ADDitude picks: Must-have books and websites on household management for moms with attention deficit disorder... more »
• Introducing Your ADHD Child to His Teacher and Securing ADHD Accommodations
  A sample letter you can use to introduce your child with attention deficit disorder (ADHD... more »
• Exercise: An Alternative ADHD Treatment Without Side Effects
  Physical activity may be good for focus. Plus, it’s an inexpensive, self-prescribed, and accessible alternative... more »
• Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and IEPs vs. 504 Plans: Which Is Better for ADHD Children?
  Your ADHD child may be entitled to special-education services. Do you know what they are?... Special education laws»
• ADHD at School: Teacher Resources and Tips
  How teachers can help ADHD students shine in the classroom by fostering structure, routine, good... more »
• How I Found an ADD-Friendly Job
  ADDitude asked adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD): What career advice would you give... ADD Adult Readers Share Career Advice
• Natural Remedies for ADHD, Readers' Picks
  ADDitude asked: Which nonmedical therapy works best to control attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) symptoms?... Alternative Remedies That Work!
• ADHD-Approved Tips for Staying Organized and Getting Things Done
  The best advice for adults with attention deficit disorder often comes from fellow ADD adults... more »
• The ADHD Diet: What to Eat, What to Avoid
  Poor eating habits don't cause attention deficit disorder, but research suggests a strong relationship between... more »
• 4 Brain Training Therapies for ADHD Children and Adults
  These alternative treatments -- electrotherapy stimulation, low-energy neurofeedback, working memory training, and interactive metronome --... more »
• Deep Breathing to Decrease ADHD Symptoms and Anxiety
  Slow, relaxed breathing can help ADHD adults and attention deficit children clear their heads, increase... more »
• Help ADD Children Make Friends: Parents Share Their Advice
  Parents of children with attention hyperactivity deficit disorder (ADHD) reveal six easy ways to help... more »
• Improve ADD Symptoms Through Therapy
  Adults living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) explain how counseling has given them the... more »
• ADD Mistakes Happen…Here’s How to Recover
  Adults living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) explain how they cope with making ADD-related... more »
• Parent-Tested ADD-Friendly Strategies for Helping Kids Do Their Homework
  Help your attention deficit hyperactivity disorder child finish her school assignments -- and learn how... more »
• ADD/ADHD Games to Improve Memory, Focus, and Attention
  These games help adults and children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD/ADD) improve focus, attention,... more »
• Watches That Improve ADHD Children's Focus, Memory, and Sense of Time
  Parents and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) children tested and reviewed three new watches that... Watches for ADHD parents, children, teens»
• ADD Adults: Get out of Debt and Learn to Manage Your Money -- for Good
  Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) share their best money-saving, budgeting, and financial-planning advice... more »
• Individualized Education Plan Failures...and Fixes!
  What do you do when your child's individualized education plan (IEP) isn't being followed? ADDitude... more »
• ADHD Food: The Right Carbs, Fats, Proteins, and More
  Foods and nutrients -- such as complex carbs, fish oil, protein, and certain vitamins --... Foods for ADHD»
• Get Organized: The ADHD Experts on Time Management and Decluttering
  Manage time, battle clutter, fight forgetfulness, and be as organized as experts with these 40... How to be organized»
• ADHD Impulsiveness: Help Children Think Before They Say or Do Something They Will Regret
  Parents of ADD/ADHD children offer these suggestions for helping your child avoid and manage impulsive... ADHD impulsiveness»
• Help for Messy ADHD Children: End the Chore Wars
  Real parents of ADD/ADHD children offer their best strategies for getting even the most messy... Messy ADHD children»
• Smartphones to Help ADD/ADHD Adults Get Organized
  Which smartphones, apps, and cell phones are best for ADD/ADHD adults? ADDitude readers sound off... Smartphones and apps to help ADHD adults get organized»
• Coping With ADHD Temper Tantrums
  Parents of ADD/ADHD children offer these strategies to help de-stress after an ADD/ADHD child has... Coping with ADHD temper tantrums»
• Improve Working Memory for ADHD Children
  Improve working memory with these tips, organizing strategies, and routines designed to help your ADD/ADHD... Improve working memory»
• High-Tech Vs. Low-Tech: What Helps Your Child Do Better In School?
  Real parents share tips and tricks for helping their ADD/ADHD children stay focused and achieve... Help Your ADHD Child Excel at School »
• ADD Impulse Buys: Good, Bad, and Ugly
  We all buy things we shouldn't, but when it comes to impulsive purchases, ADDitude readers... Spendthrift stories »
• How Do You Beat the Blues?
  An hour at the gym or a night out dancing, time outdoors or curled up... "Wine — and whine — time!" »
• If You Could Change One Thing About ADHD...
  ADDitude asked: If you could change one thing about adult attention deficit, what would it... Regrets? I've had a few »
• Creature Comforts: How Pets Help You Feel Better
  Unconditional love from a furry friend can do wonders for an ADHDer's self-esteem and peace... "Okay, you can keep him." »
• A Job Well Done: Tips for ADHD Adults
  From blocking out cubicle distractions to frequent check-ins with the boss, ADDitude readers share their... Working smart with attention deficit »
• "They Say I Rushed to Medicate My Child"
  We all do our best for our ADHD kids — and we wish others wouldn't... more »
• Fitting In
  Expert tips for helping your child make friends and really thrive in social situations... more »
• Interrupting and Impulsivity: Help Your ADHD Child Pay Attention
  How to keep your child on task, whether at home or at school... more »
• Morning Checklist for High-Schoolers
  Design a morning checklist to get your day off to a great start... more »
• Where Does the Time Go?
  Create a smarter schedule – and stop wondering where the time went... more »
• Reaping Rewards from Community Service
  Children who help others learn to recognize their own strengths... more »
• Putting Kids in Charge of Their Learning Needs
  Students taught to speak up for themselves learn a lesson that extends beyond the classroom... more »
• Support Groups 101
  Would you benefit from joining a support group? Find out where and how can you... more »
• Tired of Hearing 'You Just Need to Try Harder'? Adult ADHD Comebacks
  Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) share what they say to those who tell... Give ADHD doubters a piece of your mind»
• Copy That! Smart Record-Keeping for Better School Accommodations
  Parents of ADHD child should document communication with the school to protect their educational rights... Get it in Writing »
• My Biggest Work Mistake Was...
  We've all done it -- flubbed something big at work, and lived to tell the... More work SNAFUs »
• Just What the Doctor Ordered
  Readers share their doctors' most helpful tips for managing ADHD symptoms... Sound advice »
• "Mom, I'm Bored!"
  Want to stop hearing that tired old claim? There's never a dull moment with these... Boredom busters »
• “You Know Your Spouse Has ADHD When...”
  Being married to an ADHDer offers daily challenges. For better or for worse, these readers... "Honey, I'm home...without the milk." »
• Zing! Snappy Comebacks to Thoughtless Comments
  Sometimes snarky, sometimes sincere — readers share their clever replies to tactless remarks about ADHD... "That shuts them up!" »
• Great Alternatives: Therapies That Work
  ADDitude readers are curious, determined, and always looking for effective ways to control ADHD symptoms... Outside-the-box thinking »
• Winning the Homework War
  Have after-school assignments turned your home into a battleground? Parents share their strategies for a... Sticking to your guns »
• "My best ADD-friendly meal tip is..."
  Need some kitchen inspiration? Feast your eyes on these fresh ideas for feeding a family... Dinner winners »
• "My Child is Ready for Sleep After..."
  ADDitude readers share what helps their kids feel ready for a night of restful sleep... Zzzz's with ease »
• Step Up and Speak Out About ADHD
  What can you do to get the world up to speed on ADHD? These suggestions... Seven ways to take a stand »
• The Many Faces of ADHD
  In celebration of 2012's ADHD Awareness Week, these 11 essays explore the perspectives and diversity... Face time »
• Faith, Hope, and ADHD
  The challenges of attention deficit try even the strongest souls. These ADDitude readers renew their... "This too shall pass." »
• What Does It Feel Like to Have ADHD?
  Honest talk from ADDitude readers about the down side of having attention deficit... "Every day is a struggle." »
• Spielberg on Dyslexia: "You Are Not Alone"
  Despite being bullied in school, Steven Spielberg didn't let dyslexia prevent him from becoming a... Diagnosis was "the last puzzle piece" »
• Readers Share: How ADHD Affected My Relationships
  Getting diagnosed with attention deficit is usually a relief for the person herself, and for... "Symptoms tore my marriage apart." »
• Readers Share: My Proudest ADHD Moment
  Despite its daily challenges — or perhaps because of them — attention deficit has its... High fives all around »
• Your Ways to Win Against Worry
  Managing ADHD symptoms is challenging. Anxiety makes the task more difficult. Our readers share how... Calm blue ocean. Calm blue ocean… »
• How Do You Explain ADHD to Your Child?
  The more kids understand about their diagnosis, the better they can manage their symptoms. These... Their special brain, explained »
• Parents Speak: Accommodations That Worked for Us
  You advocate and work with school to get services for your child — but are... Real kids, effective fixes »
• Your Best Strategies for a Neat House
  For most people with attention deficit, a picture-perfect house is an impossible dream — but... Winning the home work war »
• ADHD Meds: My Worst Side Effect Ever
  Medication can help ease symptoms — but it may cause other problems. We asked ADDitude... Warning: This drug may cause... »
• Get Teachers to Work with Your Child — Not against Him
  Most teachers will do anything to help your child. ADDitude readers gave us suggestions for... Stronger together »
• Special Education Definitions, Laws, Glossary
  Explaining the acronyms, abbreviations, and terms associated with special education... more »
• Work-Arounds: Our Readers' ADHD Organization Tricks
  From carabiners to Sharpies and baskets to timers, ADDitude readers share their clever, easy, and... Tips and tricks »
• Play To Their Strengths: Accommodating Unique Learning Styles in ADHD Children
  How teachers and parents can accommodate and encourage unique learning styles in school children with... more »
• High-Tech Writing Helpers
  Gadgets, software and other technologies to help students compensate for writing difficulties... more »
• ADDitude Talks to Karen O’Donnell
  A director and mother shares what inspired her to make a film about ADHD... more »
• Stop Interrupting! Better ADHD School Behavior
  How teachers and parents can inspire better ADHD school behavior with help from these impulse-controlling... more »
• Meds: Starting Out
  New school year, new meds? Help your child thrive in-and out-of the classroom... more »
• Evaluating Teen Programs
  Considering a wilderness program or therapeutic boarding school for your child?... more »
• Three Distinct Learning Styles for ADHD Children
  How to bolster learning for your ADHD child whether he's a visual, auditory or tactile... more »
• ADHD & Money: 4 Ways to Save Smarter
  ADDitude's editors pick their favorite, affordable web resources to help ADHD adults manage the everyday... more »
• 3 Handy Gizmos for ADD Adults
  The editors pick three cool gadgets that can make life easier for any adult with... Gadgets for ADHD adults»
• 3 Ways to Get Organized
  Simple, low-tech, and down-to-earth options for organizing the day-to-day when ADHD gets in the way... more »
• Ten Foods to Boost Your ADHD Brain
  Want improved focus and cognitive function? Here are ten foods, supplements, and herbs that can... more »
• 4 ADHD-Friendly, Money-Saving Websites
  Adults with attention deficit disorder can use these websites to save money on ADD medication,... more »
• Timers for ADHD Children
  ADDitude readers -- and their attention deficit children -- put three timers to the test... more »
• Stress Relief at Work: 5 Easy Relaxation Techniques
  Can't relax on the job? Here are five simple ways adults with attention deficit hyperactivity... How to relieve stress at work >>
• Personal Stories of ADHD Diagnosis
  ADDitude readers share the moment they knew they had attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD)... "I knew I had ADHD when..."
• My Best Organizing Tool Is...ADD Adults Share Their Advice
  ADDitude readers with adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) share their strategies for keeping bills,... Home and Office Organizing Solutions»
• ADHD Child Won't Swallow Pills? 15+ Solutions from Real Parents
  Parents of ADHD children share strategies to help the medicine go down -- including disguising... Pill-swallowing tips from parents of ADHD children»
• ADHD Natural Treatment Picks from Adult Readers
  ADDitude Asked: What treatments, other than medication, most help adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD)?... ADHD Treatments»
• An ADHD Natural Cure? Mother Nature Does Her Best to Help Symptoms
  Hoping to find an ADHD natural cure to treat your or your child's symptoms? ADDitude... ADDitude readers' favorite ADHD natural cure is...
• Temper-Tantrum Coping Tips
  Help children manage their anger with this advice from parents on avoiding and handling temper... When children lose their tempers»
• Toothbrushes for Sensitive Teeth, Children With Sensory Issues
  Does your child have sensitive teeth or sensory problems? Try these toothbrushes designed to reduce... Sensitive teeth»
• ADHD Goals: How ADHD Kids Can Achieve Success
  Because of delayed executive function maturity, some ADD/ADHD children have trouble setting attainable goals and... Practice and patience in working towards ADHD goals»
• Attention Spans -- Increased!
  Short attention spans pose problems for many children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) in... Attention spans in children»
• How ADHD Children Can Control Emotions
  When children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) practice controlling their emotions and impulsive outbursts,... Control emotions with ADHD»
• Helping ADHD Children Adapt to Change
  It's hard enough for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) to get organized and... How ADHD kids can adapt to change»
• Metacognition: Problem-Solving Skills for ADHD Children
  Help your ADD/ADHD child's metacognition with these tips for learning and applying problem-solving skills at... Metacognition for ADHD children»
• Chore Wars - Ended!
  How do you get your ADHD child to help out around the house? Real parents... Charts, incentives & more »
• Say Goodnight to Restless Evenings
  ADDitude readers share their creative, effective tricks for getting a better night's sleep with attention... ADHD sleep solutions »
• Top 5 SAT Prep Tips for Students with ADHD
  Doing well on the SAT is not as much about how much you have learned... SAT Prep with ADHD »
• Have You Homeschooled Your ADHDer?
  Many parents think about taking on their child's education themselves. Have the classroom challenges of... Bringing the learning home »
• Quillivant XR: ADHD Medication FAQ
  Answers to your questions about treating ADHD with Quillivant XR: side effects, dosages, warnings, and... more »

• ADD/ADHD Social Blunders: ADDitude Readers' True Confessions
  Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) tell us their not-so proud moments of... “My biggest social blunder was...”»

• Growing Out of ADD
  "My 15-year-old has been fine without medication for the past two months. Is it possible... more »
• Bilingual Resources for Parents
  "Where can I find reliable information in Spanish about the educational rights of children with... more »

• FAQ About Alternative Medicines
  What are alternative ADHD therapies and medications, and which ones help –- or harm? ... more »
• FAQ About ADHD Coaching
  The ADD Coach is like having a personal trainer for your brain. Is this something... more »
• Who Can Diagnose ADHD?
  Titles and job descriptions can be confusing, especially in the alphabet soup of PhDs, M.D.s,... Professionals who can diagnose and treat ADHD»
• How to Pick an ADHD/LD Camp for Your Child
  What to consider when selecting a summer camp ... more »
• How to Pick an Academic Program for Your Child
  7 questions to consider when picking a summer academic program for your child... more »
• Best Web Resources for ADHD Women
  Recommended web sites for women and girls with attention deficit disorder... more »
• Job Hunt Tips for ADHD Adults
  Five steps for landing the interview... more »
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder
  What parents need to know about ODD - including symptoms and treatment information... more »

• Stimulant Labels Required to Warn of Cardiac Risk
  A label warning on ADHD stimulants will caution physicians against prescribing the drugs to those... more »
• Study Confirms Link Between Antidepressants and Suicide
  Research confirms recent reports that young people who use antidepressants are more likely to attempt... more »
• Genes, Exposure to Toxins Linked as Causes of AD/HD
  A new study suggests that ADHD is caused by a complex interaction of genetic and... more »
• AD/HD-Related Problems May Be Less Obvious in Girls
  Female adolescents wtih AD/HD often don't present as many visible symptoms as do boys... more »
• Many Children with AD/HD Going Without Medication
  Almost half of adolescents who have a diagnosis of full-scale AD/HD are not receiving any... more »
• Substance Abusers Benefit from Screening for AD/HD
  A research group recommends wider use of AD/HD screening for diagnosing the disorder in adults... more »
• AD/HD More Likely with Premature Birth
  Study shows that babies born before 36 weeks are more likely to develop ADD... more »
• ADD Medication Sends 3,000 a Year to Emergency Room
  Stimulant overdoses and adverse reactions responsible for majority of visits... more »
• Pine Bark vs. AD/HD
  French pine bark found effective in treating AD/HD symptoms in children... more »
• Researchers Unlock Secrets of Stimulant Medications
  New study shows that stimulants enhance ability to focus and screen out distractions... more »
• Chewable Tablets Back on Pharmacy Shelves
  Drugmaker re-releases Methylin tablets for kids who have trouble swallowing pills... more »
• New FDA Warning for Stimulant Drugs
  New FDA labels for stimulants used to treat AD/HD will caution physicians not to prescribe... more »
• Antidepressants May Bring Suicidal Thoughts in Children
  Study shows that youth on antidepressants may be more at risk for suicide... more »
• One Antidepressant Ineffective? Study Suggests Trying Another
  Switching medications can help relieve symptoms... more »
• FDA Rejects "Black Box" Warning for Stimulant Meds
  An FDA advisory group recommends making existing stimulant labels easier to understand... more »
• Scientists Link Tonsil Problems with Sleep Disturbances and AD/HD Misdiagnoses
  Study shows that inflamed tonsils can cause similar symptoms as AD/HD and that removing them... more »
• Treating Mom Helps Kids, Too
  Children whose mothers get treatment for depression have better mental health themselves... more »
• Latest Study: TV Does Not Cause AD/HD
  Scientists observing children find no link between television viewing and attention problems... more »
• Divided FDA Panel Calls for Warning Label
  The special government panel voted to require "black box" labels for all under-investigation medications containing... more »
• Neurofeedback Helps, Study Says
  Neurofeedback training may ease the symptoms of ADD in children... more »
• Americans Still Wary of Psychiatric Meds
  According to a new survey, only 29 percent of Americans would use medications to treat... more »
• Concerta Said Less Likely to Be Abused
  A new study suggests that Concerta has fewer 'pleasurable effects' that may encourage drug abuse... more »
• Bill Would Stop Schools from Requiring AD/HD Medication
  The House has voted to forbid public schools from denying admission to students who decline... more »
• Take a Pill, Reverse Learning Difficulties?
  A recent study suggests that a cholesterol-lowering drug may be capable of reversing certain learning... more »
• Two New Medications Promise Greater Convenience, Smaller Potential for Abuse
  An FDA advisory panel has recommended approval of two ADHD medications that have a lower... more »
• AD/HD Kids to Receive Same Curriculum, Diploma as Other Students
  Public school children with marginal learning disabilities must be taught at the regular grade level... more »
• Stopping Hyperactivity in Autistic Kids
  A widely used ADHD drug has shown to be effective against the hyperactive behaviors exhibited... more »
• AD/HD Drugs Slightly Affect Height
  Kids who take stimulants experience slightly lower growth as a side effect... more »
• Can Too Much Television Cause AD/HD?
  Research suggests that too much TV can increase a child's risk of showing AD/HD symptoms... more »
• Massage Benefits AD/HD Students
  Researchers have found that twice-weekly massages alleviate symptoms of AD/HD in patients... more »
• Teachers Pay Attention to Attention Problems First
  A survey reveals that teachers are usually the first to suggest that a child be... more »
• Why Some Kids Get Burned
  The impulsive nature of children with AD/HD may make some of them more likely to... more »
• AD/HD Drug Use for Preschoolers Spikes
  Spending on AD/HD medication for children under five has jumped dramatically... more »
• Undertreatment of AD/HD Among African Americans
  African Americans with AD/HD are often undertreated due to a lack of access to comprehensive... more »
• The Jury's Still Out on Fish Oil
  Studies of omega-3s as a treatment for AD/HD have failed to prove their effectiveness... more »
• Give the Green Light to Kids
  Even 20 minutes in a green setting, such as a walk down a tree-lined street,... more »
• Breathing Problems in Infants
  Drops in oxygen flow in newborns could contribute to attention problems later in life... more »
• Hispanic Children Less Likely to Be Diagnosed with AD/HD
  Hispanics are less likely to be diagnosed with AD/HD, perhaps due to language barriers, physician... more »
• Two Kinds of Hyperactivity?
  Updating the current sub-types of AD/HD could improve educational tools for students with the disorder... more »
• Common AD/HD Medication Safe with Bipolar Drug
  Kids with AD/HD and bipolar disorder can follow a treatment plan that combines amphetamines with... more »
• New Thinking on Bipolar Disorder in Kids
  New guidelines have been developed to diagnose and treat bipolar disorder for children ages six... more »
• Last Decade Saw Fourfold Increase in AD/HD Diagnoses
  New cases of AD/HD nearly quadrupled in the 1990s... more »
• Behavior Modification Tools Proven Effective
  Research has proven behavior modification techniques used by parents are effective in treating defiant behaviors... more »
• Adults Using AD/HD Medication Should Watch Their Blood Pressure
  Common meds may cause adults' blood pressures to rise... more »
• AD/HD Drugs and Cancer
  Researchers report that children taking methylphenidate showed an increase in chromosome abnormalities that are associated... more »
• Girls Underestimate Their Math Skills
  A recent study found that girls often shortchange their math abilities, and, consequently, avoid math-oriented... more »
• Zinc Helps Kids Think
  Children who take zinc supplements may pay attention longer and perform better during memory tests... more »
• Easy Diagnosis of Language-Processing Problems
  Researchers have learned that language disorders may be detected by measuring a child's brain waves... more »
• Abbott Labs Withdraws AD/HD Drug Cylert
  Abbott Labs has pulled Cylert off the market, but denies it is in response to... more »
• What Next for Adderall?
  In the wake of suspended sales in Canada, physicians in the U.S. have been advised... more »
• AD/HD Drugs and Substance Abuse
  Students who take stimulants as prescribed are no more at risk for substance abuse later... more »
• Canada Reverses Ban on Adderall XR
  An independent panel in Canada has reviewed the risks associated with Adderall XR and recommended... more »
• AD/HD Subtypes Don't Mean Much
  Some children switch subtypes-hyperactive, inattentive, or a combination of the two-as they grow older... more »
• Smoking During Pregnancy Ups Risk for AD/HD
  A study suggests a child is more likely to develop AD/HD if the mother smoked... more »
• Tae Kwon Do Helps Kids Develop Self-Control
  Adolescents who participate in martial arts often show reductions in ADHD symptoms, such as hyperactivity... more »
• Agency Says 4.4 Million Children Have AD/HD
  The CDC reports nearly four and a half million children have been diagnosed with AD/HD... more »
• Bullies Benefit from Family Therapy
  Family therapy can help adolescent bullies improve their behavior... more »
• TV in the Bedroom Means Lower Grades for Kids
  Grade-schoolers with TV sets in their rooms score lower on tests than students without a... more »
• Sensory Intervention Therapy Helps Curb Symptoms of AD/HD
  Children who receive sensory intervention therapy may experience significant improvement in their ADHD symptoms... more »
• Genes Control Response to AD/HD Medication
  Research shows that a blood test may reveal how well people with AD/HD respond to... more »
• Do Germs Trigger Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?
  A recent study found that strep infection doubled the chances of developing OCD or similar... more »
• Supreme Court Ruling May Make It Harder for Children to Get Extra Help at School
  Ruling finds that unless parents can prove that their disabled child isn't getting an adequate... more »
• Two Studies Reveal Flaws in Diagnosis and Treatment of AD/HD in Children
  Recent research suggests that many pediatricians don't follow guidelines regulating the diagnosis and treatment of... more »
• Severely Affected Children More Likely to Start Smoking
  The more symptoms of AD/HD a child has, the more likely he or she is... more »
• Comorbidities Common in AD/HD Parents
  A study suggests that parents of kids with AD/HD often suffer from a chronic psychiatric... more »
• Medication Use Growing Quickly in Adults
  AD/HD medication use in adults has doubled in recent years, rapidly outpacing the growth of... more »
• FDA Issues Warning on Strattera
  Adolescents who take the nonstimulant medication Strattera face a higher risk of suicidal thoughts... more »
• Medication and Alcohol Don't Mix
  People who mix alcohol with ADHD medications experience high blood pressure levels that are potentially... more »
• Diagnostic Criteria May Be Missing ADHD in Many Adults
  Adult ADDers who develop symptoms after childhood may be going undiagnosed, because most criteria were... more »
• Youngsters Lack Understanding of Mental Illness
  Misconceptions may prompt kids to shun peers who have mental illnesses and resist seeking help... more »
• Industrial Chemicals Causing Pandemic of Brain Disorders
  Prenatal and childhood exposure to toxic chemicals may be a significant cause of ADHD and... more »
• Medication OK for Preschoolers
  Despite side effects, children under the age of six can benefit from low doses of... more »
• New Take on AD/HD in Adolescents
  Many children with AD/HD do not outgrow the disorder, and require continued treatment as adults... more »
• AD/HD Affects Boys and Girls Equally
  According to a recent study, girls with AD/HD are just as likely as boys to... more »
• Behavior Modification Plus Drug Therapy Yields Better Results
  Drug treatment combined with behavior modification techniques are more effective than drug therapy alone in... more »
• Copayments for AD/HD Medications on the Rise
  Many insurers have increased copayments for some of the most commonly prescribed AD/HD drugs to... more »
• Teenage Brains Still Learning to Multitask
  Because it can take years for the brain to mature, many children under age 17... more »
• Popular Acne Drug Helps Curb Depression in Teens
  Accutane may lift teens' moods by reducing acne, but should not be used as a... more »
• Paying for Special Education
  Parents of two children diagnosed with dyslexia who attend a special-ed program at a mainstream... more »
• New Nonstimulant on the Way?
  A high blood pressure drug shown to improve symptoms of ADHD may soon receive FDA... more »
• Mental Illness Screenings Urged for All Youngsters
  A leading psychiatric researcher has urged routine screenings for children as young as 10 to... more »
• FDA Urged to Strengthen Warning on Labels of Antidepressants
  An advisory panel seeks stronger warnings on labels of antidepressants... more »
• A Tribute to Ellen Kingsley
  The ADHD community bids farewell to national consumer advocate and founder of ADDitude, Ellen Kingsley... more »
• Redefining Normal: Creating a World Safe for Difference
  Author Jonathan Mooney has a new book—and is touring the country to advocate for students... more »
• Cost of ADHD Medication Adderall May Skyrocket
  According to pharmaceutical industry reports, ADHD drug-maker Shire plans to raise the cost of Adderall... more »
• A Green Treatment for ADHD
  A recent study shows that nature may be a viable treatment for attention deficit disorder... more »
• New Study Tries to Link Environmental Causes to ADHD
  A new study will follow thousands of children from birth in an attempt to link... more »
• Treating ADHD with Behavioral Therapy
  Research shows that one of the best ways to treat a child with attention deficit... more »
• New Drug May Help ADHD Children with Irritability
  A revamped version of a hypertension drug may help children with attention deficit disorder... more »
• Baseball’s ADHD Epidemic
  As many as eight percent of professional baseball players claim to have attention deficit disorder... more »
• Memory Pill for ADHD in the Works
  ADHD adults who struggle to remember appointments, names, and keys could get help from a... more »
• Help for Parents with Learning Disabilities, ADHD
  A new government plan aims to help parents with learning disabilities strengthen their parenting skills... more »
• Report Highlights Problems with ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
  A new report claims that ambiguous ADHD symptoms can make diagnosis and treatment challenging... more »
• FDA: ADHD Medication May Cause Hallucinations
  Some ADHD drugs used to treat children with attention deficit may cause hallucinations and other... more »
• Study Shows Ritalin May Improve ADHD Moms’ Parenting Skills
  New research examines the effects of Ritalin on helping ADHD mothers improve their parenting skills... more »
• Dyscalculia Equals Dyslexia with Math
  Ever wondered why some people are so bad at math? It could be dyscalculia, a... more »
• Howie Mandel Leads ADHD Awareness Campaign
  Popular game show host Howie Mandel raises awareness for attention deficit disorder through the “Adult... more »
• Hyperactive Smokers Have Trouble Quitting
  ADHD smokers with elevated hyperactive symptoms have more trouble kicking the habit than those with... more »
• Mouse Study Suggests Ritalin May Be Addictive
  A study on the popular ADHD drug, Ritalin, showed that the drug caused changes in... more »
• CHADD Offers Summer Camp Award Fund
  CHADD’s Summer Camp Awards program offers financial help for families who want to send their... more »
• Study Evaluates Effectiveness of Coaching for ADHD Students
  A new study on personal coaching aims to scientifically prove the effectiveness of coaching techniques... more »
• State Considers Ban on Food Additives Linked to ADHD
  Maryland may become the first state to require specific labeling for foods that include additives... more »
• ADHD Students: Get on the Ball
  A Minnesota school helps their ADHD students stay focused with big, rubber bouncy balls... more »
• Diagnosing Learning Disabilities with a P.C.
  A neuroscience company has developed a portable computing device that can detect learning disabilities in... more »
• Study Suggests Meditation as a Viable ADHD Treatment
  Research has shown that the practice of Transcendental Medication may help ADHD children manage stress,... more »
• The ADHD Eczema Connection
  Children with the itchy skin rash eczema are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD,... more »
• Increase in Antipsychotic Drugs to Treat Young Kids with ADHD
  The use of antipsychotic medications to treat ADHD and autism in children ages two to... more »
• Price Soars for ADHD Drug Adderall
  The cost of brand-name drugs like the ADHD medication Adderall have more than doubled from... more »
• Fruitflies Unlock Clues to the ADHD Brain
  Researchers are studying the brains of fruit flies to better understand how memory and attention... more »
• New Guidelines for Treating ADHD at College
  A team of physicians is developing guidelines to treat ADHD in college campuses across the... more »
• Ambidextrous Children More Likely to Have ADHD
  Ambidextrous children are at higher risk for ADHD and learning disorders than right-handed children, new... more »
• Could Lead Exposure Cause ADHD?
  A link between blood lead and ADHD symptoms is explained in this new study... more »
• Intuniv: ADHD Medication for Kids
  This non-stimulant prescription drug is a treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) children... more »

• Preview the Fall 2011 Issue!
  See what resources the editors and ADHD experts have put together for ADD adults and... Preview the fall 2011 issue!
• Time to Thrive: Adult ADHD Strategies for Managing Time, Tasks, and Relationships
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Craig Surman, M.D., and Tim Bilkey, M.D.,... more »
• Ready and Set: Preparing Teens with ADHD/LD for Success in Life
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Theresa E. Laurie Maitland, Ph.D., on Wednesday,... more »
• What Do You Mean You're All Out?!?
  How parents can proactively prepare for the next ADHD medication shortage... Pharmacy strategies »
• 'Success at School' Issue: Sneak Peak
  The new issue of ADDitude is bursting with back-to-school resources for ADHD children and parents... more »
• New Link to ADHD Misdiagnosis, Pesticide Exposure May Make Symptoms Worse, And More
  A weekly roundup of news headlines from across the attention deficit and learning disabilities spectrum... This Week Across the ADD/ADHD Spectrum»
• It's ADHD Awareness Week!
  Celebrate with free posters, guides, and more!... What Are You Doing to Advocate for ADD/ADHD?»
• Drop in Special Ed Students, New Findings on Teaching Methods
  A weekly roundup of news headlines from across the attention deficit and learning disabilities spectrum... This Week Across the ADD/ADHD Spectrum»
• Dosing ADHD Medications: Size Matters
  A new study suggests that higher doses of ADHD stimulant medications may actually impair working... The dosing dilemma »
• ODD and ADHD: Parenting Strategies for Working with Defiant Children (Ages 6-12)
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Ross W. Greene, Ph.D., on Thursday, April... more »
• Growing Up ADHD: The Keys to Sharpening Your ADHD Teen's Executive Skill Set
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Peg Dawson, Ed.D., on Thursday, April 18,... more »
• Clutter Cures: ADD-Friendly Answers for At-Home Chaos—and the Frenzy It Spawns
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by The FlyLady on Thursday, April 25, 2013... more »
• Treating ADHD Across the Life Cycle
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Dr. Steven Dickstein on Tuesday, May 14,... more »
• Strategies for Managing Overwhelm and Stress in Adult ADHD
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Peggy Ramundo, B.S., A.C.T., SCAC, on Wednesday,... more »
• ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Judith Kolberg on Thursday, May 30, 2013... more »
• Midlife ADHD Diagnosis in Women: Meet the Challenges, Unlock Your Potential, Find Happiness
  Join us for the expert webinar hosted by Zoë Kessler on Tuesday, June 4, 2013... more »

• Treatment for Adults with ADHD
  Doctors once thought ADHD disappeared when the child became an adult. Research is proving otherwise... more »
• IDEA, IEPs, and Section 504 Plans: ADHD School Accommodations
  Both laws apply to ADHD — so which fits your child?... more »
• General Questions about Comorbid Conditions
  Answers to common questions about comorbidities, conditions that appear together in the same patient... more »
• Myths about ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
  Fight ADHD misinformation with the bright light of truth... more »
• FAQ About ADHD
  Everything you ever wanted to know about ADHD... more »
• FAQ About ADHD Medications
  Everything you need to know about starting an ADHD medication — from dosage and possible... more »
• Talking With Your Child's Teacher
  Tips for communicating with your child's school... more »
• Finding A Doctor or Therapist Who Works For You
  Helpful criteria for choosing a doctor, therapist, counselor or other ADD professional... more »
• Make Summer Safer
  A how-to guide to summer safety... more »
• The ADHD Book of Lists
  Written for parents, as well as for teachers, counselors, and other school personnel... more »
• Otto Learns About His Medicine
  The tune-up metaphor offers a non-threatening way for children to learn about medical check-ups... more »
• Editor's Pick: The Brilliant Reality of ADD/ADHD
  Lessons learned from a been-there adult with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD)... more »
• Overcoming Winter Depression
  Six tips to fight depression during the winter season... more »
• Marriage Experts Say to Hang In There
  Divorce is a common side effect of ADHD. But getting one doesn't mean you'll live... more »
• Driving Contract
  A simple agreement between you and your teen can help enforce rules, encourage responsibility and... more »
• Too Tired To Pay Attention
  Treating sleep disorders may help ADHD adults and children. Here's how... more »
• Depression and ADHD
  How ADHD's connection with depression can affect you and your child... more »
• Driving with Distractions
  Take these steps to ensure safety behind the wheel for your young driver... more »
• Holiday Safety
  The American Academy of Pediatrics reminds parents to keep the holidays happy by remembering these... more »
• Biofeedback for ADHD
  Therapy can help relieve symptoms in children after they stop taking ADHD medication... more »
• Do ADHD Students Qualify for Special-Education Accommodations?
  Children with ADHD may qualify for special-education accommodations, depending on the degree of severity of... more »
• FAQ About ADHD and Disability Benefits
  In some cases, children and adults with ADHD may qualify for disability benefits... more »
• Do Residential Programs Work for Kids with ADHD?
  How keeping families together can improve symptoms of ADHD, depression, and anxiety... more »
• Stress: Keeping Your Cool at School
  How to help stressed-out students... more »
• Sleep Problems May Point to ADHD
  Research compares problem sleepers to those who sleep soundly... more »
• What You Need to Know About the Americans with Disabilities Act
  The Americans with Disabilities Act includes ADHD as a disability. Find out what it means... more »
• What Can A Teacher Do?
  The Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) offers recommendations for teaching children with ADHD... more »
• Recommended Web Sites About Special Ed
  These top ADHD and LD Web sites will immerse you in the world of special... more »
• Shelley, the Hyperactive Turtle (Revised)
  A book that teaches young children what it means to have ADHD and helps them... more »
• Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention
  Plenty of activity pages to support the process of positive change... more »
• Affluent Teens Prone to Depression, Alcohol and Drug Use
  Pressure can take its toll on adolescents, making them susceptible to problems later in life... more »
• Doctors Warn of the Lasting Damage of Shame
  A new report tells parents: Lighten up!... more »
• What Does IDEA Mean to You and Your Child?
  Parents and students have specific rights under the Individuals with Disablities Education Act (IDEA). Find... more »
• Schools Get Failing Grades When Teaching ADHD Kids
  A national survey shows schools are not meeting the needs of ADHD children... more »
• Should Teachers Help?
  A law in Connecticut prohibits teachers, counselors and other school officials from recommending psychiatric medications... more »
• Self-Esteem Must Come From Within
  The cost of achieving "good self-esteem" may be higher than you think... more »
• Study Finds ADHD Meds Don't Affect Brain Size
  Research confirms safety and efficacy of ADHD medications on the brain... more »
• Inaccurate Gender Stereotypes Hindering Treatment
  Gender stereotypes could be preventing some teens with ADHD from getting the help they need... more »
• ADHD in Girls Can Be Serious, But Is Often Overlooked
  New studies show the ADHD diagnosis is frequently missed in girls... more »
• Alcohol and Teens with ADHD
  Teens are drinking more — and earlier — than parents may want to believe... more »
• Overspending on Learning Disabilities: A Bad IDEA?
  A high number of minority students are labeled as having learning disabilities due to legislation... more »
• People Don’t Understand
  A mother shares frustration about "defending" the ADHD diagnosis to naysayers... more »
• Fast Food
  Meal prep made easier... more »