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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
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ADHD in Teens

Find the most up-to-date information and coping strategies for managing ADD and ADHD in teens.

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  • ADHD, Teens and Driving
    Some new research indicates ADHD may be a serious liability for drivers. Expert Eileen Bailey discusses the findings and what the researchers recommend to improve driving habits.
  • ADHD Symptoms in Middle School
    The transition from elementary school to middle school can cause an increase in ADHD symptoms. The additional responsibilities of middle school create additional challenges.
  • Self Direction and the Transition to Adulthood
    E. Clarke Ross, CEO of CHADD discusses the importance of teen agers using self direction to begin planning for their transition into adulthood.
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  • Using Your Senior Year of High School to Prepare for College
    Developing skills and working toward independence while still living at home can increase the chances of success in college for teens with ADHD
  • Making the Most of the School Year
    Teens with ADHD may struggle in school and have a difficult time keeping up with all of the requirements and responsibilities as well as the social opportunities. Ten tips to make the most of the school year. 
  • Study Skills for High School Students with ADHD
    Read about some strategies to help high school students with taking tests. 
  • Failing, in Order to Succeed
    Evelyn Polk Green, President of ADDA, talks about the benefits of failing in order to learn and later succeed. Although a hard lesson, sometimes it is a lesson that helps us in the future. 
  • Leaving Children Home Alone
    Eileen Bailey provides some guidelines to determine when children are ready to be left home alone and some steps to take for preparing them. 
  • Tips for Organization
    Expert Eileen Bailey offers tips for teens to help them stay organized for school.
  • Girls with ADHD: Risks of Depression and Eating Disorders
    Expert Terry Matlen examines the results of studies showing a link between girls with ADHD and eating disorders.
  • Teens and Peer Pressure
    Teens with ADHD want to belong; be liked and be accepted. Parents can take some  steps to  help their teens stay on the right track.
  • When Teens With ADHD Are Defiant
    When a teen is defiant the entire household suffers. Eileen Bailey offers tips on how parents can take control and reclaim their home as theirs.
  • Tough Love
    Get information on several programs available for troubled teens; commonly referred to as “boot camp” or “wilderness camps."
  • Substance Abuse in Teens With ADHD
    Several studies have shown that teens with ADHD are at a higher risk for substance abuse than their non-ADD counterparts.
  • When to See a Doctor for Teens with ADD
    As children enter middle school and high school, their responsibilities increase and they are expected to be more independent. These extra tasks and responsibilities can cause symptoms of ADD to become more noticeable. The following guidelines can help determine if you should seek medical attention for your child. 
  • Teens, Behind the Wheel with ADHD
    Parents can help minimize distractions and promote safe driving habits by taking into account the following tips.
  • When Children with ADD Become Adults
    High school graduation often brings with it a host of lifestyle changes, which can have implications for the treatment and maintenance of ADHD.  Find out what changes and warning signs to look for to keep coping successfully after graduation. 
  • The Fine Art of Raising a Teen With ADHD
    Parenting a teen with ADHD is a delicate balance of teaching independence and responsibility and then reining it in when necessary. ADHD Expert Eileen Bailey shares step-by-step tips that she has gathered through years of experience to help guide you through these challenging years.
  • Self-Advocacy in High School and College
    For people with ADHD, it is important to learn how to become self-sufficient and find the best ways to manage your condition.  Self-advocacy will help ensure your ability to accommodate your health care needs and live successfully with ADHD.
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