School & Learning
The distractibility, impulsivity, and working memory problems associated with ADHD cause big problems at school for many students with these symptoms. How to help your child learn smarter.
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The Ultimate ADHD Toolkit for School
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IEPs & 504 Plans
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Accommodations
Step-by-Step Guide for Securing ADHD Accommodations at School
8 straightforward steps — from requesting a school evaluation to monitoring accommodations — to help...
IEPs & 504 Plans
20 Accommodations for Students with ADHD
Whether your child's ADHD means test anxiety or forgotten homework, consult this list of...
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Just for Teachers: 5 Great Ways to Help Hyperactive Kids Learn
With these fun teaching techniques, you can get hyperactive students to focus all that energy in the...
Guest Blogs
5 Novel Ways to Reduce Your Child’s Reading Anxiety
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IEPs & 504 Plans
10 Myths About School Laws for ADHD Services
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For Teachers
Show and Tell: Defeat Distraction in the Classroom
Teaching students with ADHD is tough, especially if they're prone to distraction. Keep their focus...
Homework & Studying
Music That Focuses the Brain
Research suggests that the soundtrack to your child's homework should comprise these 21 songs, proven...
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Free Chart Comparing IEPs to 504 Plans
Unsure whether your child qualifies for an IEP or 504 Plan — or even what the difference is? Use this...
Organization
The Messy Student's Guide to Organization
Chaotic desk? Forgotten homework? Missed deadlines? Your child needs an organization intervention...
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What I Wish My Son’s Teachers Knew About Him and ADHD
One mother shares what she wishes all teachers knew about the ADHD students in their classroom. Read...
Learning Challenges
Dysgraphia — I Created an App for That
It's called SnapType, and it helps kids keep up with their peers in class when their penmanship holds...
Homework & Studying
How to Focus After 4: Defying Homework Distractions
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10 Mindfulness Exercises for Stronger School Focus
Meditation and yoga promote focus and collaborative learning — particularly for students with ADHD....