Great Sports for ADHD Children

After-school hobbies and sports for ADHD children that focus their attention and bring success with social skills

• How to Help Coach Your ADHD Child Athlete
  11 ways to help the coach of your ADHD child... more »
• Improve Executive Function Through Games
  Games that help ADHD children develop executive function... more »
• Martial Arts for ADHD Children: Improve Self-Esteem, Focus, and Coordination
  A martial arts instructor explains the many mental health benefits... Martial arts for ADHD kids»
• ADHD Benefits: Help ADHD Children Make the Most of Their Creativity
  How creativity, one of the benefits of ADHD, can help... ADHD benefits»
• Is Cross Country a Good Sport for ADHD Children?
  As a kid growing up with ADD/ADHD, I avoided sports,... more »
• Running Track Helped Me Gain Confidence and Succeed
  I struggled with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) in school,... more »
• ADHD Athletes: Inspiring Sports Stars with Attention Deficit
  Three inspiring athletes with ADHD reveal how their attention deficit... more »
• How to Foster Creativity and Confidence in Your ADHD Child
  These simple parent-child exercises will build better behavior, boost self-esteem... more »

• The Clarinet Diaries: Who Says ADHD Kids Won't Practice?
  Nat's passionate appeal for a clarinet was matched in voracity... Music to my ears
• Activities for ADHD Children, ADD Adults to Boost Self-Esteem
  If you or your loved one is struggling to cope... Activities for ADHD children, ADD adults»
• Independent Play: Activities to Keep Your ADHD Child Stimulated -- and out of Trouble!
  My ADHD daughter, Natalie, needs constant stimulation, which often means... Creative activities for ADHD kids»

• Swimming Activities for Kids with ADHD
  "Is swimming a good athletic option for ADHD children?"... more »
• Balancing Safety and Fun After School
  "I coach a cheerleading squad. One of the girls has... more »
• Volleyball and ADHD
  "Is volleyball a good sport for children with AD/HD?"... more »
• Finding a Special Project for a Grandson
  "I will have my 11-year-old grandson with me for the... more »
• Recourse for ADD Harassment
  "After my teenage daughter told her softball coach that she... more »
• Summer Camps for ADHD Kids
  "How can I find a camp where the staff will... more »
• Focusing While Playing Sports
  "My daughter is a talented softball pitcher but when her... more »

• How to Pick an ADHD/LD Camp for Your Child
  What to consider when selecting a summer camp ... more »
• Get Your Kids Off The Couch
  The top five things parents can do to get their... more »
• "Zipper: The Kid with ADHD"
  A young ADDer embraces his musical passion and uses his... more »
• In Tune with Himself
  One parent finds inspiration in her son's musical passion... more »
• Give Her More Playing Time!
  When the kids who need the most exercise can't get... more »
• An Individual Sport Is Ideal
  Some children thrive best when competing against themselves... more »
• Strengths and Weaknesses
  A competitive streak may burn energy but scare away potential... more »
• Success Breeds Success
  Young athletes realize they're not defined solely by their academic... more »
• Extra Energy Is An Asset
  When kids channel their energy into sports, a confidence boost... more »
• The Chance to Be a Leader
  Children with ADD can learn focus and leadership skills on... more »

• how to get your child motivated?
  My son is 8 years old. He was diagnosed with...
• Should I say something?
  Less than one month ago my kid attended a birthday...
• Reality and misconceptions about helping kids improve their social skills by Ryan Wexelblatt, MSS (Camp Sequoia Director)
  Whenever I have the opportunity to speak with fellow Camp...
• Which med is really the right one?
  My 17 yr old was just diagnosed with ADD...
• Pulling my hair out
  Hyper and defiant child since 3yrs old but I thought...
• Spoon Theory (or How to Get People to Understand Why You're So Tired)
  Recently, someone shared with me the idea of Spoon Theory...