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Deborah

posted 10/08/2009, comments (3)

Hyper in a Meeting

I'm in a meeting at work (actually, a presentation) and I'm noting, as usual, how still most people (okay, pretty much everyone in the room) are compared to me. The word "still" rarely applies to me, but it's most noticeable in situations like this. I shift position, jiggle my knee, twirl a lock of hair, pick at my nails. I look around... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 10/07/2009, comments (0)

ADHD Question of the Week: Do You Say ADD or ADHD?

It is common for people to use the term ADD to describe Attention Deficit Disorder without hyperactivity and ADHD to describe Attention Deficit Disorder with hyperactivity. This, however, is not always the case. Many people use these terms interchangeably, adopting the term that is most comfortable and easier for them. In doing so, they are not... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/05/2009, comment (1)

Behavior Management: How to Stop Your Child from Biting

Although biting is usually considered a problem of early childhood, especially the toddler years, some children will continue or even begin this behavior in the school age years. This can be a real problem especially if your child is biting other children and adults. Biting behavior in older children is usually seen in children who have some... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/04/2009, comments (5)

Interview with Howie Mandel

"I didn't let ADHD prevent me from achieving my goals and neither should anyone else." Howie Mandel is the host of "Deal or No Deal" on television and is also the spokesperson for the Adult ADHD is Real Campaign. When I recently spoke with him he said after he had spoken out about his own ADHD, he was contacted by the campaign and he... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/01/2009, comment (1)

Parenting Checklist: What to Do When Your Child is Diagnosed with ADHD

Whether you think your child might have ADHD, has recently been diagnosed with ADHD or you have been struggling trying to find the best methods for managing symptoms of ADHD in your children, the following checklist can help you find the information you need.The checklist can be printed, allowing you to check off each item as you read the... Read more Chevron

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