…plan and establish regular family activities that everyone enjoys to build family cohesion and the sense of belonging. This helps preserve the nuclear family identity around positive memories. Spending time…

Most people who have heard of ADHD have also heard of the stimulant medication options to include in treatment plans. Frequently, when a parent declines either to have a child…

…on medication, my life was chaotic: speeding tickets, impulsive shopping sprees, forgotten bills, and strained relationships. With my diagnosis, treatment, and the proper medication, my world changed-I could focus, plan,…

…is found to have ADHD, after a treatment plan is developed and implemented, the clinician will employ similar tools to request feedback from parents and teachers. Evaluating Your Child Evaluating…

…fidgets, or music. Plan time for social breaks during the school day. Tell children when you will give fewer or no rewards for adaptive behavior. Do not assume children with…

…Create Holidays That Work for You Plan Holiday Spending to Avoid Impulsivity ‘Minefields’ Stay Cool Through the Yule A Calmer Holiday Season Talk with Family Members Now to Plan a…

…to help you set up your holiday with some well-deserved insulation so you’re less likely to walk into a landmine. And, if you do, you’ll have a clear plan to…

…kids as they get older. Think about what brings you joy, and then plan for the time when you will do it. Sometimes all you can fit in is five…

…add complementary approaches to their treatment plan or to their child’s treatment plan, says Dr. Arnold. While some people are reluctant to employ medication as part of treatment due to…

…difficulty with planning the future, and recurrent job loss. Struggling with these challenges can make this stage of life feel unmanageable, and may raise feelings of both hopelessness and helplessness…

…even more challenging. Their difficulties with staying organized, initiating plans, and being reliable in following through with plans interfere with and affect social connection. These challenges do not have to…

…seeking help for their children who are affected by ADHD. Cheryl Hamilton, a licensed professional counselor, says a plan that includes parents, teachers, and healthcare professionals can help African American…