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Eileen Bailey

posted 11/17/2009, comments (0)

Tips for Parents When Writing an IEP

An Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) should be designed to: Meet all the needs of your child Explain how the needs will be met Include measurable goals to determine if the goals have been met Parents can be confused about how to write an IEP that effectively meets all of these requirements. Keeping the... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 11/17/2009, comments (3)

Question of the Week: When Do You Finish Your Holiday Shopping?

For many adults with ADHD, holiday shopping is difficult, the crowds, the noise and the many distraction cause overwhelm. Usually, this time of year I try to avoid too much mall shopping and by this time I have already dented my shopping list and am pretty organized. This year, however, due to illness, I haven't even yet begun and may... Read more Chevron

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Merely Me

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posted 11/16/2009, comments (7)

Behavior Management 101: Why Yelling doesn't Work

If you have a child with ADHD or related special needs I can guarantee that at some point during your parenting you have felt so frustrated that you wanted to yell at your child. Perhaps you have done so. Don't worry I am not here to judge. I have been in the same boat. Behaviors such as not listening, non-compliance, and... Read more Chevron

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CHADD - Children and Adults with ADHD

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posted 11/10/2009, comments (0)

Work and Social Security Programs: Impact on AD/HD

My 19-year-old son is in a post-high school program that offers trial work assignments, independent living skills, and social skills, combined with some community college. We are hopeful that he will develop work skills. Social challenges are his most immediate challenge. The prospect of no health insurance because of a lack of full-time... Read more Chevron

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Deborah

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posted 11/10/2009, comments (2)

Controlling Impulse Spending

About ten years ago, I went to a craft fair with my parents. My parents go to the type of craft fairs that have handwoven coats and custom made wood furniture. I fell in love with some custom-made leather boots. They created a mold for your feet and lower legs and made the boots from that. They cost $500 (I got the sterling silver buttons). They... Read more Chevron

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