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Dear ADDitude: How Can We Weave Math Lessons Into Our Summer?
"I'm worried that my daughter will lose the math skills she worked so hard to build up...
Guest Blogs
“No, I Am Not an Airhead. I Just Have ADHD!”
I didn’t think there was a reason for my behaviors, until my friend compared me to...
Ask the Experts
Q: Why Is My Child So Painfully Slow and Forgetful?
Forgetful children with ADHD leave behind homework, lose important (and expensive)...
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Math Dysfunction: How Parents Can Help
"Is there some technique or strategy to help my son with math? I thought there would be...
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Q: “How Do I Get Rid of Stuff I Don’t Use But Worry I’ll Miss?”
Here, learn how to get rid of stuff with sentimental value but little purpose that is...
ADHD News & Research
Children with ADHD Have Plenty of Questions — But They Aren’t Asking Them
A new study finds that many children have unasked and unanswered questions about their...
Guest Blogs
“Dear Anxiety: You’re Robbing My Kids of Their Mama”
My kids are so excited to see me when I get home from work, but all I want to do is sleep...
ADHD News & Research
Drop in Special Ed Students, New Findings on Teaching Methods
A weekly roundup of news headlines from across the attention deficit and learning...
Guest Blogs
“How to Use Declarative Language to Build Skills and Self-Confidence in Kids with ADHD.”
“Awesome job!” “You’re so smart.” These may sound like glowing compliments to you, but to...
IEPs & 504 Plans
How to Get an IEP: Step 7 – Prepare for the IEP Meeting
How should I prepare for the IEP meeting with my child's school? How can I increase the...
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ADHD Couple Constantly Fights Over Clutter
"My husband and I fight constantly about what to get rid of and what to keep. Any su...
Guest Blogs
The Clarinet Diaries: Who Says ADHD Kids Won’t Practice?
Getting my ADHD child to practice her musical instrument took a passion for the clarinet...
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When Can My Child Self-Administer Medication?
Teach your child to responsibly take ADHD medicine on his own. Here are...
Time & Productivity
Sometimes, an Old-Fashioned Planner Is Best
Digital apps don't work for everyone. Here, three ADDitude readers test out a popular day...
ADHD News & Research
Brain Training Games’ Efficacy Claims Called Into Question
Do brain training programs actually work to improve memory and cognition? The scientific...
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Q: “Can We Adapt the Pomodoro Technique for My Teen with ADHD?”
The Pomodoro Technique for time management breaks up work into 25-minute chunks. For kids...
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Teens and Alcohol
A guide for parents whose teenagers with attention deficit disorder may be drinking...
ADDitude for Professionals
OPCs for ADHD? How This Antioxidant Improves Cognitive Function
Antioxidants promise and deliver many health benefits — including improved brain activity...
Guest Blogs
A Better Brain: Neurofeedback in Your Living Room
A new application may help kids increase attention and reduce impulsivity by playing a...
Guest Blogs
“Please Tell Me I’m Not the Only Parent Who…”
…arrives with 90% of what we need …thinks everyone else is glaring at us for being late...