ADHD Moms & Dads
My Silver Lining Playbook for All Those ADHD Moments
Why not see ADHD traits like fidgeting and starting into space as gifts instead of...
Guest Blogs
“My Daughter’s ADHD Is an Important Chapter in Our Family Story.”
“I decided to wage an all-out campaign of self-esteem until my daughter graduated high...
Guest Blogs
ADHD Makes Me (and You) a Cool Mom
I'm not your a...
Caregiver Blogs
“To My Kids: A Love Letter from Your Scatterbrained, Unpredictable, Truly Lucky Mom”
“My executive functions may fall short, but I exceed at keeping it real, adding a bit of...
Adult Blogs
“How I Learned to Stop Procrastinating and Get Stuff Done”
“Accomplishing one easy task may provide the motivation and dopamine kick to try another...
Guest Blogs
“My Child’s Neurodivergence Is Not a Choice. My Empathy Is.”
“If we can approach ADHD from a place of empathy and understanding, then we’ll see that...
Guest Blogs
The Spiritual Side of ADHD and Hoarding
I interviewed Dr. Melva Green of the TV show "Hoarders," who told me why we stockpile our...
The ADDitude Guide to Brain Training for ADHD
Search "brain training" and you’ll find countless apps, games, and tools promising to...
Ask the Experts
Q: I Can’t Be Entertaining My Child Every Second This Summer!
Yes, kids with ADHD tend to crave constant stimulation. But that alone is not the reason...
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Q: Why Does My Child Embellish Stories and Lie?
Why do kids lie? If your child has ADHD, chances are he also has trouble with sequencing,...
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Trouble Tying Shoes
"My 7-year-old son, who has been diagnosed with ADHD, hasn't learned to tie shoes yet,"...
Guest Blogs
My Shopping Buddy, the ADHD Extrovert
My daughter and I are polar opposites. She is an outgoing, effusive, forever animated,...
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Q: Is My Child’s Chronic Indecision Tied to ADHD?
My son agonizes over even inconsequential decisions, taking forever to consider his...
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Meds and Movement
"My child's teachers are always trying to get him to sit still, but he seems to learn...
“Defeat Distractions: How Adults with ADHD Can Increase Productivity” with Geraldine Markel, Ph.D.
In this hour-long webinar-on-demand, learn how to handle distractions at home or at the...
ADHD Videos
What is Brain Training for ADHD?
Countless apps and games promise to make you smarter or more focused. But do they count...
ADHD Videos
The ADHD Homework System That (Really) Works
Homework stress is real — and exhausting for parents and students alike. Spare your...
Ask the Experts
Q: My Son’s Executive Dysfunctions Are Hiding His Intelligence
At home, students may successfully use speech-to-text tools and parental support to get...
Ask the Experts
Dear Organizing Coach: How Do I Stop Being SO Indecisive?
One minute you’re overwhelmed by choices. The next, you’re making a snap decision you...
Guest Blogs
Someday, We’ll Look Back on This Fondly
ADHD manifests differently during each stage of childhood, and my kids are now squarely...