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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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:…

Adult ADHD can impact your earning power. Researchers found that high school graduates with ADHD earn about 17 percent less than their peers. They are also more likely to become unemployed and to receive disability benefits related to their inability to work. The symptoms of inattention, short-term memory difficulties, and poor organizational skills are part…

Every teen—and parent—knows what the exploding bookbag looks like: a jumble of books, assignments, and school supplies all tumbling out at once. Managing papers, lockers, and homework is challenging. Teens with ADHD may not know how to get and stay organized. They often have difficulty organizing their space and time, especially when it comes to…

Ask the Expert: Overcoming Shame—Providing Perspective Through My ADHD Story A Webinar for Teens, Young Adults, and Their Parents August 9 | 12:00 PM EDT | Featuring Mallory Band, MSEd Life presents a lot of mountains to climb—ADHD doesn’t have to be one of them. Mallory Band struggled with her ADHD like so many other…

Another school year is fast approaching, and you may wonder how you can help your child have a smooth start. Getting to know your child’s teacher is a good place to begin. “Communication is key,” says Jennifer Ciran-Debban, MA, LMHC. A family education partner at Grant Wood Area Education Agency in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, she…