Anxiety 101 for Parents
Anxiety is a normal response to stressful events such as tests or friend drama
Anxiety disorders arise when the anxiety is out-of-proportion to the situation and impairs daily functioning
Anxiety is a normal response to stressful events such as tests or friend drama
Anxiety disorders arise when the anxiety is out-of-proportion to the situation and impairs daily functioning
All preschoolers are naturally active, impulsive, oppositional, sometimes defiant, and impatient. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder, so how can you tell if your child’s behavior is typical or outside the range of typical development?
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Often, homework for kids with ADHD becomes an intense battle with children getting very frustrated and parents becoming even more frustrated! It does help for your child to begin homework as soon after school as possible after a 15-20 minute break for snack, running around, bathroom, etc. If your child is on medication, it will…
Emotional Rollercoaster of ADHD Do you and your child feel as if you never know what emotion will come next? Do not worry. You are not alone. Frequently children’s meltdowns will improve with medication treatment of ADHD, however, having difficulty regulating emotional responses may still cause distress to you and your child. We…
Homework Help for Parents of Children with ADHD Many parents of children with ADHD have challenges when it comes to homework. Following these tips could help your child have greater success when it comes time to do homework. Pick a place in the home best suited for homework. Flat surface, cleared of clutter, and relatively…
How Do I Know If My Child Has Inattention? Children and adolescents who struggle with inattention are usually more difficult to identify than those children who have hyperactivity. Seems obvious, right? The hyperactivity quickly identifies itself in those kids who are always moving, always bouncing, running, fidgeting, and unable to be still for even a…
The simple answer is NO, ADHD affects every aspect of a person’s life. ADHD involves many problems around the core symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity. A child does not have to exhibit all three core symptoms to be diagnosed with ADHD. Some children only exhibit one set of core symptoms. Some kids can have…