Whenever there is a discussion on the treatment of ADHD, especially for children, the term “behavior modification” will normally come up. But less often do people explain exactly what they mean or how to go about creating an effective behavior modification program. This is a generic term for a system that rewards appropriate and acceptable behaviors in order to encourage more of the same. The focus of a behavior modification program is that positive reinforcement is more effective...
Read moreBoth in education and in the workplace, the terms modifications and accommodations are used to describe changes made to help someone with a... Read more »
August 1 has always been the date that I begin to prepare for the upcoming school year with my children. I begin reviewing with them math... Read more »
Behavioral modification for children often involves the use of charts and stickers and is normally based on a system of rewards and... Read more »
Over the past several months, I have been focusing on helping parents understand and manage some of the common behaviors in children with... Read more »
If your child is of school age then some of the most important people in your child's life other than family and friends are his or her... Read more »
For teachers, the most difficult part of their job is managing children’s behavior. While they want to spend their time teaching and passing... Read more »
When you have a child or children with ADHD, chances are you will spend time working with various school personnel. The different people you meet... Read more »
The majority of teachers are more than willing to work with parents to help ensure the success of their students. Occasionally, however, teachers do... Read more »
So you think your child has ADHD! Teachers tell you he is easily distracted. Friends shy away from activities that include your child. Other children... Read more »
Your child is not doing so well in school. The teacher has been sending home notes about behavior: your child is being disruptive, seems easily... Read more »