Emotions & Shame
Mindfulness Quiets the Negative Voices in My ADHD Brain
A grandmother with ADHD is reminded of the power of mindful meditation in quieting negative self-talk ...
grandparents
Trainspotting
One of my favorite summer memories was a day out of time with my train-obsessed father and son. We...
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I Want to Medicate My Child—But My Spouse Does Not
Helping your child do well in school, socially, and at home is not an easy task. Things get...
Family
When ADHD Is All in the Family
"In our family, ADHD is not who you are; it's a disorder...
The Name Game
Listen to this blog! I spent an hour online this morning, trying to find a nickname I can live...
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Grandparent Rules
"When our five-year-old visits her grandparents, they overindulge her - giving her treats, cleaning...
Guest Blogs
No ADHD Respite for Me
My plans for a long weekend of respite from my daughter with ADHD have been dashed — time to flip the...
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When the Grandparents Don’t Respect Your Rules
"When our five-year-old visits her grandparents, they indulge her-giving her treats, cleaning up...
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The Pause Button
A grandfather discovers that, sometimes, ADHD children just ne...
Summer
Finding a Special Project for a Grandson
"I will have my 11-year-old grandson with me for the summer. He has ADHD. What can I do to work with...