Was ADHD an Evolutionary Advantage?
The high prevalence of ADHD in the population today may be explained by the evolutionary advantage it conferred to ancient humans.
Where Education Reform Has Been and Could Go – An Interview with Mike McGill
In this video interview, educator and author, Mike McGill, discusses a wide range of issues facing the American education system.
The Future of ADHD
Our understanding of ADHD has made steady progress over the years and is resulting in better diagnosis and treatment of the condition.
Eli Dailey – Experiencing the Power of Edge In-School Coach Training
Eli Dailey, one of a group of teachers from the Laurel MS Unified School District who received Edge In-School Coach training, talks about his experience.
Homeless Youth, School and the Pandemic
Homeless youth are particularly vulnerable during the pandemic because of the loss of key support services from schools and communities due to budget cuts.
Limiting Learning Loss During the Pandemic
Here are strategies to help your child limit learning loss due to the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A COVID-19 Gap Year
The pandemic is causing many students to think about a gap year instead of college. Here are some tips for what a COVID-19 gap year might include.
Coaching for Life
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.
Dav Pilkey – Using ADHD Superpowers to Create Super Heroes for Kids
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.
Behavioral Intervention May Reduce the Need to Medicate Children with ADHD
A new study, conducted by by researchers at Florida International University’s Center for Children and Families indicates that most children with ADHD who receive behavioral intervention do not need medication. The study offers parents another treatment option with positive, long-term benefits.