ADHD Awareness Month Encourages a Year of New Perspectives
As we approach the end of ADHD Awareness Month, let’s consider how perspectives on ADHD continue to shift toward the positive with the increasing awareness of ADHD as a health concern and a manageable condition. This year, CHADD and the ADHD Coalition have been exploring “new perspectives” on what it means to have ADHD and…
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Embracing ADHD Saturday, Oct. 16 | 9 AM CT (8 AM ET) | CHADD Midwest Regional Center In honor of ADHD Awareness month, CHADD’s Midwest Regional Center is hosting a free webinar, Embracing ADHD, on October 16th from 9am-3pm CDT. Presentations include: Myths and Realities of ADHD | Max Wiznitzer, pediatric neurologist, Rainbow Babies and…
Read MoreToppling the Myths of ADHD
Sometimes, with all the clutter online, it’s hard to know what’s the truth about ADHD. Myths surface on social media and result in criticism and a lack of support for those who have the condition. You can help dispel these myths and better support those in the ADHD community by knowing where to find trusted…
Read MoreTime for a New Perspective on ADHD
Often when we think we know something too well, it’s time to step back and take a new perspective on the topic. This ADHD Awareness Month challenges us to look at what we thought we knew and develop a new, and maybe better, understanding of ADHD. CHADD is joining with the ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO),…
Read MoreSeminario en Español: Rompiendo la cadena de desregulación emocional en familias que tienen niños con TDAH
Pregúntele al experto: Rompiendo la cadena de desregulación emocional en familias que tienen niños con TDAH Martes, Oct. 5 | 12:30 PM ET Presentando Giselle Colorado, PsyD Regístrate ahora Cuando vive con un niño que tiene un trastorno por déficit de atención con hiperactividad (TDAH) y también es emocionalmente sensible, las familias a menudo pueden…
Read MoreHabits That Serve You Are Key to Success When You Have ADHD
When U.S. News and World Reports profiled Daniel Arrigg Koh, he was the chief of staff for city of Boston, under former mayor Martin J. Walsh in 2017. Mr. Koh has an ADHD diagnosis, which, he says, was an asset. “I view ADHD as an advantage,” Mr. Koh tells Jennifer Lea Reynolds in Good Habits…
Read MoreIdeas For Medication Cost Savings
Medication for ADHD can be costly, even if you have health insurance. There are options, though, that can stop you from breaking the bank to get prescriptions filled. Savings programs can be helpful, especially when you’re familiar with what your insurance does cover. Doing a bit of research before you fill a prescription can significantly…
Read MorePodcasts: Preventing Suicide
All Things ADHD: ADHD and Preventing Suicide Featuring Jill Harkavy-Friedman, PhD Adult ADHD and Suicide Prevention The death of someone you love is often met with sadness. But the heartache felt by family members and friends can become more confusing and unnerving when the cause of death is suicide. Researchers say adults with ADHD…
Read MoreCHADD Webinar: Communicating with Your Child’s Teacher
CHADD Webinars: Communicating with Your Child’s Teacher Two-Part Series for Parents Sept. 17 & Sept.24 3 PM, EDT | Featuring Linda Karanzalis, MS Session 1: Let Me Introduce You to My Child, Friday, Sept. 17, 3 PM, EDT While children with ADHD tend to face several challenges at school, your child’s ADHD doesn’t necessarily have…
Read MoreADHD and Recommended Vaccines, Including for COVID-19: What to Know
The number of adults and teens in the United States who have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine is growing daily, and that is good news in curtailing the pandemic. Medical professionals are hopeful that the US Food and Drug Administration will authorize for emergency use or approve a vaccine for children…
Read MoreA New ADHD Diagnosis: The Next Steps
A new diagnosis can sometimes feel very sudden, even if you suspected your child might have ADHD for some time. You can be left wondering, now what? You might become overwhelmed by navigating healthcare, treatment options, or special education services for your child. There are many resources to support both you and your child, but…
Read MoreAsk the Expert Webinars for Educators: The New Educational Landscape
Ask the Expert: IEPs, 504 plans, and the New Educational Landscape Tuesday, August 24 12 PM EDT Featuring Richard Weinfeld As schools reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, special attention needs to be paid to how to help students with special educational needs resume progress in their learning. Parents and educators should consider these three questions:…
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