Repeating More than one grade
Hello all. My child has adhd and dyslexia. We held him back in the forth grade but now he...
Dealing with noise and interruptions as a mom
I’m a single mom with ADD. I have realized recently that one of my main problems as...
The Judge and the jury
I finally had my day in court yesterday or at least I was able to voice my opinion of...
What Parents Really Want to Know Abut ADHD
Dear Awesome Parent, First, thank you for participating in a fantastic resource for...
ADDitude ADHD Experts Podcast
Listen to “Moms with ADHD, Unite! How to Shape a Peaceful, Organized Life for You and Your Kids” with Terry Matlen, LMSW, ACSW
Parenting a child with ADHD is challenging — even more so when Mom has ADHD, too....
Guest Blogs
“I am Humbled By the Sacred Trust Placed In Special-Education Teachers”
Parents of special needs children never get time away from the stress of dealing with...
Being overwhelmed is turning me into a horrible mum – any advice please?
I am really struggling with life in general at the moment. I work part time & have 2...
Explosive child – trying plan B
My 7 year old isn’t yet diagnosed but has all the hallmarks. I’m trying a new...
Ask the Experts
Q: Should We Hold Our Son to the Same Standards as His Neurotypical Cousins?
Should a parent's expectations for a child with ADHD differ from his or her expectations...
Work problems
Hello everyone, I have some trouble with work. At every job I had until now I had the...
ADHD Comorbidities & Related Conditions
Study: Equine Therapy Improves Motor Skills in Children with ADHD
Equine therapy immediately followed by brain-building exercises results in improved...
Aggression and irritability
I also posted this under the “behaviors forum” I’m new on here, so I...
Tolerance to Dexedrine
Good Afternoon, I have been prescribed Dexedrine for a couple of years now. Recently,...
Neuropsychologist vs neurologist or both?
My 6 year old 1st grade son is really struggling this year and myself, his teacher, the...
ADHD Comorbidities & Related Conditions
The Surprising Link Between ADHD & PTSD
ADHD cannot "cause" PTSD, but childhood trauma may trigger ADHD. Due to overlapping...
Parent of Adult Child with ADHD – the struggle continues
My child with ADHD is in her late 30s, and we still have conflicts and a poor...
Helping to deter from rude behavior?
My 6 year old son was recently diagnosed with ADHD. He’s a good kid, and he is...
ADDitude ADHD Experts Podcast
Listen to “College Standouts: How Empower Your Teen with ADHD/LD to Succeed on Campus” with Theresa Maitland, Ph.D.
Tune into listen as Theresa Maitland, Ph.D., explains how parents can avoid falling into...
13 yr old in school issues
Hello folks we have a wonderful 13 yr old boy in Grade 8 He was diagnosed with ADHD 5 yrs...
Sleep & Mornings
9 Sleep Deprivation Solutions for Adults with ADD
Sleep deprivation and ADHD often feed off one another. How? Racing brains, impulsivity,...