…different perspectives. Because the parent is asking for help, they are in a position of weakness. The school has the power to give or withhold services in their role as…

…the written IEP or 504 plans. Further, there is no national standard. Instead, specifics can be determined on a state-by-state basis to a considerable degree. Importantly, it is crucial for…

…among adults are available in the United States (9). This gap in guidance for adult ADHD care is a public health concern because of challenges associated with the differential diagnosis…

…unknown and require some investigation. To find how each state is meeting the unique labor needs of the local economy, search the individual state’s department of labor. New ways to…

…plan of action. For this article, my CHADD chapter leaders-we are board members of Chester County/Main Line CHADD, near Philadelphia-used the four-step model shown here, because it is simple and…

…because of a compromised working memory. Their executive function deficits are holding them back. When we add increasing demands to the constant use of technology, the result is often an…

…may have difficulty having it filled in another state. It is important to know the prescribing laws of the state where you intend to have the prescription filled. International travel…

…to modify an emotional state so as to promote adaptive, goal-oriented behaviors.” To modify one’s emotional state, one must have the ability to delay one’s action by having “in-sight”- looking…

…State Department of Education, 2020). This will likely require schools to also engage in some evaluations via videoconference. If the evaluation will be used for high-stakes decision-making (for example, ruling…

…The key is finding the right fit for you or your family. “An ADHD diagnosis is made mainly by history and you can get that by phone or through video,”…

…call or text and tell me that he had to cancel because he was in the middle of some crisis-a crisis that had occurred because he hadn’t been able to…

…to appeal them. The school must tell you how to appeal when you ask for the information. Parents and children are guaranteed certain rights under federal and state laws. Check…