How to Motivate and Engage Twice Exceptional Learners

On a regular day it can be difficult to capture a student’s attention and focus. Right now, when students may be virtual, hybrid, or in-person wearing a mask and maintaining social distance, it’s even harder. When we add giftedness and an ADHD diagnosis, well, teachers and parents who successfully motivate and engage these learners really…

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Understanding and Differentiating Between Autism and ADHD

There is often CONFUSION AND DEBATE regarding the distinction between ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This article begins with a description and elaboration of their similarities and differences. Then we’ll examine the impact of these two disorders in a four-year-old boy who has this dual diagnosis within a typical classroom, before closing with a discussion…

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Improving Quality of Care: mehealth for ADHD

Susan Buningh, MRE, interviews Tanya Froehlich, MD, MS, FAAP   When you’re seeking diagnosis and treatment for ADHD, it’s important to have clear communication with all parties involved. Enter state-of-the-art software: mehealth for ADHD has been called a breakthrough assessment and treatment tool that will improve communication between physicians, parents, and teachers. How can this…

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New Guidelines for ADHD and Complex ADHD

AAP Revises ADHD Guidelines by Karen Sampson Hoffman, MA The American Academy of Pediatrics recently released its updated guidelines for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD. The updates place a greater emphasis on identifying ADHD in preschool-aged children and on addressing co-occurring conditions in children and teens. The guidelines are written for pediatricians and…

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