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Merely Me

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Published Writer with an M.Ed in Special Education and Mother
posted 10/19/2009, comments (4)

Join the Discussion! Should there be Accommodations for ADHD?

In grade school my eldest son was having great difficulty with his handwriting.  He was referred by the school to see an occupational therapist to help him with his fine motor skills.  His hands would physically hurt and he would struggle to get in class assignments and tests finished within the time period allotted.  He was always... Read moreChevron
Kaori

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I realized I don't know how to care about myself.Is this a Bio?
posted 07/13/2009, comments (2)

Too much expetations for myself

I renewed contract and welfare people helped me,I thought I can have neat room, at least sleep on bed.   So I ordered small sofabed..choosed carefully..(as a former stationaly planner an an Artist I can say I didn't wrong choosing things "only in its taste". But I can't deal with things after helpng person(only once in two year)gathered... Read moreChevron
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Eileen Bailey

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posted 04/27/2009, comments (3)

Frequently Asked Questions: ADHD in the Classroom

How does ADHD affect a child's schoolwork?    Children with ADD have short attention spans and are easily distracted. When children are not paying attention to what they are supposed to be doing, they are many times doing something they shouldn't be, such as making noises, getting up from their seat or otherwise disrupting the... Read moreChevron
russell cherry

russell cherry

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posted 04/23/2009, comment (1)

Adult ADD with a Lack of Spousal Understanding

I'm a 68 yr old man diagnosed with ADD in jan 2008.  My wife noticed and identified my symptoms and insisted that I get help.   I take Wellbutrin and a 30 mg Daytrana patch.   My wife was very disappointed when the meds did not cure me.  She has been very intolerant and often called me lazy, stupid and slow, despite having... Read moreChevron
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Eileen Bailey

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posted 04/06/2009, comments (4)

Frequently Asked Questions: ADHD and Education

Is ADHD considered a disability in a school setting?    Although ADHD can be included in the list of disabilities that are eligible for Special Education under IDEA under "other health impairments", having a diagnosis of ADHD does not necessarily mean that your child is eligible for services.   ADHD must cause impairment... Read moreChevron
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