Next Steps: An ADHD Guide for Parents
Your child has just been diagnosed with ADHD. Where do you go from here? Learn about the neuroscience of the ADHD brain, plus strategies for positive parenting, success at school, choosing treatment, and more.
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For Teachers
What I Wish My Son's Teachers Knew About ADHD
One mother shares what she wishes all teachers knew about the ADHD students in their classroom. Read...
ADHD in Girls
5 Things Every Doctor (and Parent) Should Know about Girls and ADHD
New research suggests that to effectively diagnose ADHD symptoms in women and girls, doctors should...
How Do I Choose the Best ADHD Medication?
Stimulants vs. Nonstimulants: Understanding ADHD Medications
ADHD medications generally belong to one of two broad classes: stimulant or nonstimulant. Learn the...
Can We Treat ADHD Naturally?
What to Eat, What to Avoid
Healthy food is so powerful. A well-rounded ADD diet can have a powerful, positive effect on your...
Executive Dysfunction
What Does Executive Function Disorder Look Like in Children?
Executive dysfunction can start as early as age 2. Learn how to recognize the signs of EFD in your...
Homework & Studying
The ADHD Homework System We Swear By
Homework stress is real — and exhausting for parents and students alike. Spare your family the drama...
ADHD Myths & Facts
Will an ADHD Diagnosis Saddle My Child with Stigma?
If you fear that an ADHD diagnosis will label your child for life, I get it. But as I found out with...
IEPs & 504 Plans
9 Ways IEPs Fall Apart: A Troubleshooting Guide for ADHD Accommodations
When ADHD-related challenges interfere with learning, an IEP or 504 Plan can unlock success at...
Positive Parenting
Positive Charge: How to Reinforce Good Behavior
Nagging doesn't work. Neither does yelling or spanking. You know why? Punishments tear down children,...
When and How Should We Adjust Treatment?
“How Can I Tell If the ADHD Medication is Working?” Treatment Troubleshooting Guide
How do you know whether an ADHD medication is doing its job? Reliable tracking means recognizing...
Executive Functions
Your Child’s 7 Executive Functions — and How to Boost Them
One hallmark of ADHD is executive function trouble — problems planning, organizing, or...
Sports & Activities
Karate or Kickball? Fencing or Football? The Best Sports for Kids with ADHD
Active kids are healthy kids, but not all sports play well with ADHD traits. Learn why parents and...
On-Demand Parenting Webinars
Live Webinar on November 29: Parenting Styles That Work for Neurodivergent Children
Register below for this webinar on parenting neurodivergent children on Wednesday, November 29, at...