Summer
Call It the ‘Summer Swell:’ 4 Clever Ways to Reverse Learning Loss
Worried about a summer slide? Think creatively to stimulate your child’s curious, clever...
Rewards & Consequences
The Science of Reward vs. Punishment for Children with ADHD
Neurology shows that the ADHD brain is particularly sensitive to positive reinforcement...
Adult Blogs
Mindfulness Meditation to Soothe Squirming Souls
What is mindfulness meditation for ADHD brains? It is practicing simple breathing...
Ask the Experts
Q: “How Can I Help My Overwhelmed Rising Senior Prepare for Next Year?”
“Applying to college is a master class in organizing materials, managing time, and...
Self Esteem
Q: “Why Is Accepting Compliments So Difficult for My Child?”
"Your compliments are intended to convey your pride and enthusiasm about your son’s...
ADHD in Women
PMS and ADHD: How the Menstrual Cycle Intensifies Symptoms
“As an OB-GYN nurse, I can tell you that when progesterone levels are high, dopamine...
“When Dyslexia and ADHD Overlap: Symptoms, Misconceptions, and Interventions” [Video Replay & Podcast #403]
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“The Right Questions to Ask Before, During, and After an ADHD Diagnosis” [Video Replay & Podcast #421]
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"Relieving Back-to-School Anxiety: Strategies for Caregivers and Educators of Anxious Students" [Video Replay & Podcast #415]
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Caregiver Blogs
"My Brain Is an Overstuffed Garbage Can"
“Parenting a child with ADHD is, to say the least, a humbling experience. It’s mostly...
“For Dads with (and Without) ADHD: How to Understand and Support Your Kids” [Video Replay & Podcast #405]
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ADHD in Women
ADHD in Women and Girls: Why Female Symptoms Slip Through Diagnostic Cracks
We are failing girls and women with ADHD. Research and clinical practices are built...
"Nurturing Resilience and Motivation in Children with ADHD" [Video Replay & Podcast #408]
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Types of ADHD & ADD
5 Overlooked Signs of ADHD – the Inattentive Type
“People with inattentive ADHD are not lazy, stupid, unwilling, or oppositional. They have...
ADDitude for Professionals
What Is Inattentive ADHD? Symptoms, Characteristics, Diagnostic Considerations
Formerly called ADD, inattentive ADHD is characterized by symptoms of disorganization,...
Caregiver Blogs
“Parenting with ADHD: My Postcard from a Place of Executive Dysfunction”
“After nudging my son along to finish getting ready, we drove to school. It gives me a...
ADDitude for Professionals
Driving with ADHD: Pumping the Brakes on Vehicle Safety Risks
Research confirms that ADHD is a significant risk factor for motor vehicle accidents and...
IEPs & 504 Plans
Q: “504 Plan vs. IEP: What’s the Gateway to College Accommodations?”
"Colleges can provide ‘504-like’ accommodations, but the burden of ensuring that any...
Ask the Experts
“Working Memory vs. Short-Term Memory: What’s the Difference?”
“Working memory challenges are part of having ADHD. They don’t cause ADHD; they come ...
Executive Dysfunction
How to Sharpen Executive Functions: Activities to Hone Brain Skills
Executive functioning skills range from working memory to cognitive flexibility to...