…the Annual International Conference on ADHD in Dallas, Texas, in November 2022. During this first-ever hybrid event, CHADD presented two outstanding teachers with the 2022 Educator of the Year award….

…teachers’ biased perceptions of parents. Dr. Zulauf-McCurdy is a 2022 CHADD Young Scientist Research Award recipient. Her work is driven by a commitment to improve outcomes for young children with…

Underestimated, Undervalued, and Underutilized Complex kids are children, teens, or young adults who struggle with some aspects of life, learning, or both. They may not have a diagnosis at all;…

…With former CHADD CEO Ruth Hughes, she coauthored Launching into Young Adulthood with ADHD… Ready or Not and Successfully Launching into Young Adulthood with ADHD: Firsthand Guidance for Parents and…

…permits and in some instances are allowed to drive to and from school by themselves. Driving at such an early age can make any parent nervous, especially when the young…

…see themselves as capable, resilient, independent young adults, they are more likely to give college a second chance. These young adults are much more prepared in terms of life skills,…

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…younger. A 2007 paper  on Mozart’s movements and behavior points to several elements of the composer’s behavior which may indicate the presence of ADHD during his childhood and extending to…

…of pretend play are believed to contribute to the development of self-regulation. Further, most young children find imaginative play natural and engaging, so they’re drawn to programs that build on…

…Fame, and in 2014, she received CHADD’s prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. She coauthored her most recent book, Launching into Young Adulthood with ADHD: Ready or Not! with Ruth Hughes, PhD….

Launching Successful Young Adults with ADHD: The Role of Self-Motivation   The transition to adulthood is a highly challenging time for individuals with ADHD. In fact, the gap between youth…

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