Last week, a report was released showing that older children (over the age of 12) were being diagnosed with ADHD more frequently than previously. The rate of diagnosis for children under the age of 12 remained the same. For children ages 6 through 11, the rate of diagnosis was around 7 percent. However, for children ages 12 through 17, the rate... Read more
Parenting children with ADHD can be tough. Probably, you have read a number of books on the subject, you know all about the benefits of positive parenting. You know what to do and may even have a behavioral chart on the wall.
But even the best intentions are not always enough. Sometimes, the frustrations boil over and we react,... Read more
Summer is upon us, school is out, vacations are right around the corner. I wanted to let you know about some great summertime content that we have here on ADHDCentral to help you get through the next few months:
Activities to Keep Children Entertained
Looking for ways to keep your children stimulated, focused and... Read more
We all know that exercise can improve our mood, keep us healthy and improve our brain's functioning. But so many, including myself, don't know where to start and therefore put off this important part of our lives.
This week, I took some time to discover what information HealthCentral has to offer in providing information on... Read more
Children do not suddenly develop ADHD when they enter school, even though that is the time ADHD is most often diagnosed. One of the concerns with diagnosing ADHD in preschoolers is the symptoms: inattention, hyperactivity and impusiveness are also characteristics of preschool children. But children with ADHD frequently carry these behaviors to the... Read more