Guest Blogs
“What is Wrong With Me? Nothing at All, I Understand at Last”
As a child with ADHD and dyslexia, I was scolded for fidgeting. Now my restless streak is...
Ask the Experts
When Can My Child Self-Administer Medication?
Teach your child to responsibly take ADHD medicine on his own. Here are...
Emotions
“It’s Time for Society to Catch Up With Science.”
Impatient teachers and misconceptions about ADHD can cause students to feel out of place...
Ask the Experts
Encourage Better Behavior
Here's a trick that Dr. William Sears, M.D. (and Cub Scout leader) has used to hold the...
Self Esteem
A DELICATE Matter
Eight simple parenting rules for motivating a vulnerable child with attention deficit...
Talking About ADHD
"They Will Make You Proud."
Michael Phelps is history's most decorated Olympic athlete. He also has ADHD. Here, his...
How to Focus
Are You Listening?
People with ADHD often lack social interaction skills. Whether you talk non-stop, drift...
Learning Challenges
A Classroom Tip for Students with Memory Problems
Easy strategies to help students with ADHD or learning disabilities work around memor...
Ask the Experts
Make Reading Riveting
What parents can do to make reading more enjoyable and educational for their attention-...
Managing Treatment
The Truth About ADHD and Addiction
ADHD medication is not a gateway drug. In fact, teens and adults who seek treatment for...
Friendships & Activities
When it Comes to Summer Camp, Plan Well in Advance
A great summer camp experience is possible with a little p...
Self Esteem
Mrs. Eldredge’s Arm
How a teacher's simple gesture and undying encouragement helped me overcome embarrassment...
The ADHD Brain
ADHD Neuroscience 101
An expert on attention deficit and learning disabilities talks about the biology behind...
What Causes ADHD?
What Causes ADHD? Culture Vs. Biology
Most researchers point to genetics and heredity as causes of ADD or ADHD. Some scientists...
Homework & Studying
Acing Exams Has Never Been Easier
Homework help for children with ADHD. How to take good class notes, read to comprehend,...
School Behavior
Impulse-Control Strategies for Students with ADHD
Why do kids with ADHD call out in class or push in line? Poor impulse control. The...
Learning Challenges
Getting the Words Out
Expert advice for bolstering language skills — reading, writing, and speaking — in...
Homework & Studying
The Homework System That Really Works
ADHD and homework mix like oil and water. All of the little details — from writing down...
Emotions
What Kids Need to Be Happy
Help your child with learning disabilities or ADHD develop optimism, self-esteem, and a...
Support & Stories
Ready to Fly
One high-schooler with ADHD takes matters into her own hands to manage homework, fight...