My son was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder last summer. His kindergarten teacher, who was wonderful, urged us to have him officially diagnosed so that the school would be obligated to accommodate him in first grade and beyond.
I was reluctant to start giving him the medication, but after the first two weeks of school it became clear that we had to. His first grade teacher was inexperienced and insecure, and seemed to see his ADHD behavior as a deliberate challenge to...
There are a number of tax deductions for medical expenses that families with ADHD can take advantage of when completing their taxes. Some... Read more »
In my years of real-life experience in learning to manage and overcome Adult ADD, one of the steps that has proven to be beneficial is... Read more »
Evelyn Polk Green, ADDA President Elect I think one of the best things about having ADHD is how quickly I can recover from bad moments,... Read more »
My family has been fortunate in many ways. With great health insurance, we selected a pediatrician several months before our son was born.... Read more »
When anxiety reaches a point where help is sought there's often a sense that a major hurdle has been crossed. However, this is tempered by... Read more »
The cold weather season is approaching. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or depression caused by the cold and shorter days of winter, can affect as much... Read more »
A new study suggests the risk of stunted growth from stimulant medications is relatively minimal, and that "medication vacations" can help prevent... Read more »
Procrastination can be a real problem for people who have adult ADHD, but a reader of Psychology Today says that four strategies have helped him... Read more »
The holiday season can be filled with parties and celebrations. Everywhere we turn, we are inundated with messages that this is the season of joy. ... Read more »
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