ADHD Weekly, April 23, 2026

How Do I Talk with My Child About ADHD?

Ask the CHADD’s Health Information Specialist Team Question: Our daughter has ADHD, but we haven’t told her about the diagnosis yet. She’s ten years old and has been doing alright in school, but she is starting to have some problems. Should we tell her she was diagnosed two years ago? How should we tell her…



Finding the Right Summer Camp

Still thinking about summer camp for your child? Now is the time to decide—before spots fill up. A little research now can make for a smoother, happier summer for both you and your child. Why summer camp for kids with ADHD “Camp is simply an opportunity for kids to learn and grow in a remarkably…



Ask the Expert Highlight: What Do ADHD and Autism Have In Common?

Featuring Ericka L. Wodka, PhD, ABPP-CN It’s only been during the past few years that ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder have been recognized as co-occurring disorders. Many families, though, already knew the experience of co-occurring ADHD and ASD before the DSM-5 update was published. How ADHD and Autism can seem to share some characteristics and…