Tuesday, February 14, 2012

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Resources for Teaching Children with Dyslexia

In my last installment, with the help of my colleagues, I tried to explain how teachers can work effectively with children with dyslexia, teaching them how to read and spell more effectively. In this installment, again with input from my colleagues, I provide resources for teachers and others who help children learn to read. These are applicable... Read moreChevron
posted 12/15/2010, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Terry Matlen, ACSW

Terry Matlen, ACSW

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ADHD expert, consultant, writer. Director: www.ADDconsults.com and www.MomsWithADD.com

Time to Say Goodbye

Dear Friends, I've been a writer/expert here at ADHDcentral for nearly 1 1/2 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. My passion has always been to reach out to those touched by ADHD with support, education and resources. I've met wonderful and interesting people here at ADHDcentral. However, it is time for me to move on. As of April 1, I... Read moreChevron
Expert_badge HealthGal

Have you heard about the ADHD diet?

Let's start by saying that food choices can certainly impact health in a variety of ways.  Choose to eat a diet exclusively filled with processed foods, fast foods and soda and it's likely that diabetes and heart disease may come calling some day.  Choose to eat a diet high in grilled, well done meats, and research shows that you may... Read moreChevron
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Dr. Diana L Walcutt

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Failure To Connect

You know, about 10 years ago I read a great book by Dr. Jane M. Healy called, "Failure To Connect: How Computers Affect Our Children's Minds, For Better And Worse" and part of it was about how our kids are becoming unable to socialize. This book was looking specifically at the effects of computers on our children's minds and behaviours, but I wish... Read moreChevron
Expert_badge Dr. Ballas

Holiday Challenges for Children With ADHD

The holidays are upon us, and many forces are conspiring to tax people's mental health. First of all, the light. Close to half a million Americans will experience seasonal affective disorder, a type of depression that is associated with the fewer hours of sunshine typical of winters in North America. Next, is the holidays themselves, great fun... Read moreChevron
posted 12/09/2008, comments (0)|

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