A sport your child does well and enjoys can help to build his or her self-esteem, self-confidence and improved interactions with peers. Here are some of the benefits and potential issues to be aware of, as well as criteria to use in helping your child find a sport that is right for him or her.
The first year of college can be especially challenging for students with ADHD and other learning differences. Awareness of the difficulties and preparation can make the difference between success and failure during the transition from high school to college.
Some families have opted to use homeschooling for their children with ADHD and other executive function disorders. Homeschooling offers the ability to customize how your child learns, but there are challenges as well.
Emotional dysregulation can lead to destructive behavior in teens that have the condition. Here are some of the signs of emotional dysregulation in teens and what parents can do.
A surprising number of people with ADHD also struggle with perfectionism. It can get in the way of your relationships and getting things done. If you have ADHD, here are some tips you can use to avoid falling into the trap of perfectionism.
Every year, many of us go through the ritual of making New Year’s resolutions. It feels like the appropriate time to review the past year’s successes and disappointments, and make a fresh start, with a new set of goals. That is often easier said than done for most people, especially if you have ADHD. Here are some alternatives to the New Year’s resolution.
Dr. William Dodson, a psychiatrist and ADHD expert, has a theory that the ADHD brain is motivated by interest versus the non-ADHD brain which is motivated by importance. Pete Resch, an Edge Coach, relates a story that illustrates that principle in action.
Edge Coaching is a form of life coaching that helps individuals reach their full potential. An Edge Coach specializes in helping individuals overcome learning and attention challenges that can cause problem with school, family friendships, life and work. The benefits can last a lifetime.
Research has shown that up to seven of every 10 children with ADHD have clinical sleep disturbances. This is important because disturbed or inadequate sleep can exacerbate the symptoms of ADHD including hyperactivity, impulsivity, or irritability. Here are a number of steps parents can take to help a child with ADHD get a better night’s sleep.
Children’s author, Dav Pilkey, creator of the highly popular Dog Man (a hound-supercop) and Captain Underpants (a superhero for grade-schoolers), gives a lot of credit for his success to having ADHD and dyslexia. Now he wants to help kids with ADHD tap into their superowers, too.
