Teens with ADHD
Where's the Passion?
How to help your teenager find his unique talents ...
Guest Blogs
“A Broken Record”
I know I'm getting better, slowly, steadily - but all this effort and it's about as...
Exercise & Green Time
Exercise and the ADHD Brain: The Neuroscience of Movement
Research shows that physical activity sparks real, positive changes in the brain that...
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...
Ask the Experts
Teens and Alcohol
A guide for parents whose teenagers with attention deficit disorder may be drinking...
Money & Budgets
How to Manage Your Money with ADHD
Do you forget to pay bills, need help with your taxes, or just want to get better at...
Homework & Studying
7 Tips for Taking Better Notes
Match your note-taking strategy to your learning style with these 7 tips to boost your...
Guest Blogs
“Living on the Rhythm of an Oven Timer”
The personal coach lady emailed me over all of these things like an intentions journal...
For Teachers
5 Ways to Modify Writing Assignments
5 ways teachers can modify writing and note-taking assignments for ADH...
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...