Preschool age children are often easily distracted and do not have long attention spans, however, symptoms of ADHD often become more pronounced at this age. For example, children without ADHD may stay with an activity for between 10 and 15 minutes, while children with ADHD may change activities every few minutes. However, when interest level is higher, children may be able to stay with a task for a longer time. For example, a child may find reading or drawing, activities that require a child to...
Read moreWhen developing an IEP (Individualized Educational Plan) or Section 504 Agreement for your child, parents are often left sitting at the... Read more »
Children do not suddenly develop ADHD when they enter school, even though that is the time ADHD is most often diagnosed. One of the... Read more »
Many children with ADHD are eligible for accommodations or modifications at school, either through an Individualized Educational Program... Read more »
IEP stands for Individualized Education Plan. It is developed within the school district with input by educational professionals, medical... Read more »
Do you wonder what type of information should be included in an IEP? The following provides a basic IEP, filled out for you to review.... Read more »
Often, diagnosis comes sometime after the age of 6. This happens for a number of reasons:The “terrible twos” have many similarities to... Read more »
Children with ADHD often do not qualify for an Individualized Educational Program (IEP) in school, but for some, especially those with co-existing,... Read more »
Toddlers are known for having short attention spans and acting without thinking, they often become overly excited and are full of energy. All of... Read more »
IEP For School Age Children School: Student Name: ... Read more »
ADHD and Learning Disabilities ADHD is not considered to be a learning disability although it can sometimes interfere with a child’s ability to... Read more »