Peter Jaksa, Ph.D.
Dr. Peter Jaksa is president and clinical director of ADD Centers of America and a clinical psychologist in private practice in Chicago. He is past president of the Attention Deficit Disorder Association. Dr. Jaksa may be reached at pjaksa@addcenters.com.
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How Routines Help ADHD Children (and Their Parents)
Parents of ADHD children should set up reliable routines at home and at school because... more » -
Top 10 Routine Builders for Children with ADHD
A checklist for creating better structure to help your child grow and learn... more » -
Secrets of Better Discipline for ADHD Children
Simple ways to solve tough discipline problems with ADHD children... more » -
Parent Checklist: 15 Ways to Help Children with ADHD and Learning Disabilities
Effective strategies for raising children with both ADHD and a learning disability like dyslexia... more » -
Laughing Matters
How humor can reduce stress at home and strengthen the bond between you and your... more » -
The Allowance Rules
An allowance is a great teaching tool – if you don't use it as a... more » -
Allowance Do's and Don't's
A regular allowance can help your kids learn the vital importance of saving. Here's what... more » -
Helping ADD Kids Understand the Upside of Failure
Eight illuminating lessons for children with attention deficit disorder who face challenges in life... more »
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Parenting ADHD Children with Learning Disabilities
Expert strategies for parenting children with both ADHD and learning disabilities like dyslexia... more » -
Make the Most of Summer
Six ways to make this vacation a happy one for the whole family with the... more » -
ADHD Teens: Room to Bloom
10 ways for protective parents to step back and allow their ADHD Teens to Grow.... more » -
Teens with ADD: Transitioning to Adulthood
How to help your teenager with ADD make a smooth transition to an adulthood with... more » -
Improve Your Focus with ADD
10 steps to building better concentration at home, at school, and at work... more »
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Uncle Sam Doesn’t Want You!
Military policy regarding enlistment and ADHD has changed. Learn about the newly revised standards... more »
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6 Things Teens Need to Know Before Leaving Home
Secrets for making a smooth transition from adolescence to adulthood. ... more »






