Prioritize Praising Your Child with ADHD
“Don’t run across the street.” “Stop interrupting when the teacher is talking.” “Stop yelling when you’re playing the Xbox.” “Stop kicking the fridge.” “You need to redo your homework assignment because you rushed through it.” “Can’t you just sit still?” Children with ADHD receive frequent negative messages like these from their parents, teachers, coaches, other…
Read MorePodcast: Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome
All Things ADHD Podcast: Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome Featuring Stephen Becker, PhD, and Joseph Fredrick, PhD What is cognitive disengagement syndrome, formerly known as sluggish cognitive tempo? How does being “internally distracted” affect a person’s daily life and activities? How is CDS identified in children and adolescents, and can it be treated? Stephen Becker, PhD,…
Read MoreWhy Do People Seek Complementary Treatments?
Question: We have worked closely with my son’s doctor and have a treatment plan that is benefitting him. We’re happy with how he is doing. But I have had several people suggest we discontinue the medication he has been prescribed and instead use different approaches, including herbal supplements, fish oil, neurofeedback, and mineral supplements. What…
Read MoreTraveling with ADHD Medication: What to Know
You booked the flights months in advance, and now your long-awaited family vacation is coming up very soon. While thoughts of fun, visiting new cities, and less stress are on your mind, don’t forget to plan ahead if your child takes medication as part of their ADHD treatment plan. Even short trips to nearby states…
Read MoreHow to Build Self-Motivation in Teens with ADHD
Featuring Margaret H. Sibley, PhD Motivation problems can be a struggle for teens with ADHD. In school, this directly impacts a student’s academic work. There are strategies teachers can use to help teens become more self-motivated and self-directed. Margaret H. Sibley, PhD, is an associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University…
Read MoreIs My High School Student Ready for College?
(And Is My College Student Ready to Go Back?) Featuring Ari Tuckman, PsyD, MBA Handouts Psychologist Ari Tuckman describes how young adults show that they are ready for college. He explores different situations these students will need to navigate, such as handling their own medication. He also discusses options for those who are not…
Read MoreSymptoms 101: An Overview of Comprehensive Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
Featuring Janina Elbert Maschke, PhD Clinical psychologist Janina Elbert Maschke explores the symptoms of ADHD and how they manifest across the lifespan. She discusses the criteria used to diagnose ADHD and the importance of a comprehensive evaluation process. She also discusses evidence-based treatment options, including medication, behavioral interventions, and lifestyle changes. Janina Elbert Maschke,…
Read MoreThe Impact of Screen Time on Neurodivergent Kids
Featuring Randy Kulman, PhD What are the benefits and risks of digital play and video games for neurodivergent kids? Clinical psychologist Randy Kulman focuses on children diagnosed with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and learning disabilities, sharing research on how kids learn from screens and concerns such as addiction and the effect on mood. He…
Read MoreFathering with ADHD
Featuring Carey Heller, PsyD ADHD can affect emotional regulation, organization, and the ability to make and maintain social connections. ADHD symptoms have a negative impact when they interfere with a father’s ability to manage his own life and raise his children. Carey Heller, PsyD, discusses the best interventions, tips on how to overcome…
Read MoreDoing Too Much At Once Is Less Productive
Are you still trying to multitask? Despite popular belief, we humans can’t really multitask. Instead, what we are actually doing is “task switching.” We may be making the switch rapidly among several tasks, but our brains, even those brains affected by ADHD, can only process one thought or task at a time. A group of…
Read MoreKeep Communication Going After Graduation
The weeks following graduation, whether it’s from high school or college, bring dramatic changes as young adults prepare to leave the family home and establish their first independent residence. Parents who supported their children through all the challenges of ADHD may find this an intense change, as they and their young adults seek a new…
Read MorePodcast: Strategies for the Sandwich Generation
ADHD 365: Strategies for the Sandwich Generation Featuring Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, PhD Many people between the ages of 35 and 54 care for both children and aging parents. This double load of caregiving responsibilities may cause them to neglect self-care, which can take a toll on their relationships and physical and mental health. Stephanie Moulton…
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