Author: dflett
How Dysregulated Emotions Hijack the Teen ADHD Brain
Emotional dysregulation – one of the most impairing symptoms of ADHD — causes teens to experience volatile, uncontrollable, and explosive feelings. How can parents best…
Does your Gifted Child have ADHD?
Ask yourself the following questions: • Do others in the family show signs of ADD (ADHD)? • Do any siblings show more apparent signs of…
What to Expect and NOT to Expect from Stimulant Medication
Understanding the Pros and Cons of Stimulant Medication Many parents who use stimulant medication may be uncertain about what outcomes to anticipate. They could have…
Healthy Habits to Reduce ADHD Symptoms.
Can Reading Fiction Improve Social Skills?
Can Reading Fiction Improve Social Skills? Need another good reason to read stories to your children at night? Recent research by Raymond Mar, a psychologist…
What problems do children with ADHD have at school?
The symptoms of ADHD, along with its numerous deficits associated with poor self-regulation and executive functioning, virtually guarantee that a child or adolescent with ADHD…
Preschoolers and ADHD
Screen Time Guidelines in Children
Screen Time and Children: Detailed Guidelines and Reasons Additional tips for managing screen time: Remember, positive and healthy screen use is achievable with proper guidance…