ADHD and School: A Toolkit for Parents
This toolkit for parents provides strategies to help with school success. It includes resources tailored to ADHD struggles, such as how to create routines, how to set up a homework station, and how to structure home-school communication. Additional resources include customizable charts, a sample letter requesting special education services, an information card for teachers on…
Read MoreADHD and Your Teens (infographic)
Teens with ADHD experience executive functioning challenges and require more support and monitoring from parents than teens without ADHD. This infographic provides tips on parenting in areas that may be unique to adolescents. For additional reading: Parenting Teens with ADHD fact sheet
Read MoreADHD in Preschool: What Parents Should Look For (infographic)
What are the early signs that your preschooler should be screened for ADHD? Here are some behaviors parents ought to watch out for.
Read MoreBack to School: Transition to Campuses During COVID-19
The return to school campuses can be both exciting and worrying for students and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic. For students who have ADHD, it presents the opportunity for in-school educational supports, along with the chance to be with friends and classmates again. Times of transition can be stressful. Returning to in-person education changes…
Read MoreDisclosing ADHD During the College Admissions Process
Many students and their parents are worried about disclosing ADHD when applying for college. However, doing so can be useful if any aspect of a student’s academic record is not competitive and was affected by a disability. The decision whether to disclose your ADHD during the admissions process is yours to make. Disclosing one’s disability…
Read MoreEducational Rights
Federal laws provide for services and accommodations for students with disabilities in the United States. Understanding the differences between 504 and IEP plans can help you navigate the public education system for your child. Two federal laws guarantee a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) and provide services or accommodations to eligible students with disabilities…
Read MoreElogio Específico (infographic)
Los elogios son una herramienta eficaz para motivar a los niños, adolescentes y adultos, especialmente a las personas con TDAH y discapacidades de aprendizaje. No se usa lo suficiente en el hogar o en nuestro sistema educativo, además, la investigación muestra que los elogios no se usan a menudo en las aulas de educación especial.…
Read MoreEvaluating for Childhood ADHD
Children who have ADHD often show symptoms while they are very young. Parents may notice their child is more active, talkative, impulsive, or has more trouble listening or following directions than siblings or playmates. When should I seek help, and where do I start? A child can be evaluated for ADHD beginning at age four. Some…
Read MoreHábitos De Tarea (infographic)
Esta infografía ofrece orientación para los padres sobre cómo los niños pueden aprender hábitos efectivos cuando hacen la tarea, incluido el mejor momento para comenzar, qué hace un buen espacio de estudio y cuáles son las necesidades de ese niño específico.
Read MoreHomework Habits (infographic)
Esta infografía en Español This infographic offers guidance for parents on how children can learn effective habits when they do homework– including the best time to start, what makes a good study space, and what exactly are the needs for that specific child.
Read MoreHomework Help for ADHD
Homework can be a source of frustration and difficulty particularly for students with ADHD. As a parent, you can help lessen that frustration by creating an organized and comfortable space within your home for your child to do homework. This might be a kitchen table, desk, or even a floor mat. The best space is…
Read MoreHomework Help for ADHD
Homework can be a source of frustration and difficulty particularly for students with ADHD. As a parent, you can help lessen that frustration by creating an organized and comfortable space within your home for your child to do homework. This might be a kitchen table, desk, or even a floor mat. The best space is…
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