Many people wisely choose to learn as much as possible about ADHD, and there is a lot written about it. But have you found acronyms that simply don’t make sense? If you’re hooked into the school system because your...
Read moreIf you have a child with autism or Asperger's syndrome (AS) you probably have come across acronyms that you don't understand. I have... Read more »
"Low Glucose Suspend" (LGS) is a insulin-pump-related concept that you should be hearing more about as time goes by. Ever since insulin... Read more »
I was first introduced to the concept of one person having multiple diagnoses during my early years in training to become a special... Read more »
ADD/ADHD or Attention Deficit Disorder is a common neurobiological disorder. The acronym of ADHD is frequently used whether or not... Read more »
The teen years are tough. You have more responsibility, at home, at school, possibly at work and you need to navigate the ever-changing... Read more »
For some, requesting accommodations help by giving extra assistance when needed. Not all adults with ADHD are comfortable asking for help. Adults,... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Stimulant Medications and Heart RisksAll ADHD stimulant drugs carry warnings that they should not be used by patients with structural heart problems... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder generally characterized by the following... Read more »
The teenage years are enough to make any parent cringe. Living with a teen is spending your days waiting for the next battle to erupt, only to be... Read more »
Make sure you maintain eye contact when speaking with your child. Children will be less distracted if they are making eye contact while you are... Read more »