When Smart Children, Teens, and Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum Have ADHD
Featuring Thomas E. Brown, PhD More than half of the individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) also have ADHD. Yet often their ADHD is overlooked and not adequately treated because many clinicians and educators recognize ASD but do not see ADHD. This is especially true for those children, teens, and young adults on…
Read MoreViewing an Endless Stream of Videos Can Undermine Attention
Infinite scrolling and short videos are purposedly designed to keep your eyes on the small screen. The program engineers who write computer code for social media platforms know that if they create a platform that captures your attention, they can count you among the viewer numbers on that platform that are appealing to potential advertisers.…
Read MoreExcited and Engaged: Strategies and Solutions for Social Anxiety in Children and Teens with ADHD
Featuring Sharon Saline, PsyD Does your child or teen struggle with making and keeping friends or joining group activities? Many children and teens with ADHD receive significant negative feedback and criticism about being different. Concerned about rejection, embarrassment, and exclusion, they often feel misunderstood and lonely. As parents, it’s tough to watch them struggle. You…
Read MoreStop the Chaos! Tips for Creating a Peaceful Household When Mom Has ADHD
Featuring Terry Matlen, ACSW More than four million women have ADHD. Many of them are raising children. It can be difficult to keep up with the multiple priorities of career, home, and family. Terry Matlen, ACSW, suggests some practical tips to help create a calmer home for your family while still meeting your own needs.…
Read MoreSección 504 y IEP: Cómo preparar a sus hijos con TDAH para su éxito escolar
Presentado por T Tamara Schlez, BA Los niños con TDAH necesitan acomodaciones personalizadas para sus necesidades específicas para tener la mejor experiencia de aprendizaje durante su vida escolar. Tamara Schlez, entrenadora de TDAH y especialista en participación de la organización “El Futuro”, habla sobre las discapacidades de aprendizaje comórbidas, las diferencias entre la Programa…
Read MoreBoosting Brain Health in Adults with ADHD: Insights and Strategies
Featuring Brandy Callahan, PhD Neuropsychologist Brandy Callahan breaks down the relationship between ADHD and brain health, especially as individuals age. An expert in cognitive aging, Dr. Callahan explains that ADHD can affect memory, executive function, and overall cognitive abilities. She highlights the importance of managing stress, sleep, and vascular health, and describes how regular…
Read MoreGambling, ADHD, and Online Casinos: Not a Good Bet
Online gambling is here to stay, and that means people with ADHD need to be aware of their risks.
Read MoreNew Research Reveals Some Non-Medication Therapies Are Not Effective Long-Term
From an early age, and even into their teens, children who have ADHD may struggle with impulse control. Difficulties with sitting still in class, paying attention, and talking out of turn can get in the way of a child’s success, not just at school but in their relationships and everyday life. Behavior therapy and medication,…
Read MoreADHD and Curbing Impulsive Spending to Help Your Relationship
Featuring Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, PhD Handouts People with ADHD often have more credit card debt, fewer assets, and less money saved for retirement than people who don’t have ADHD. They are also more likely to split up with their spouse or partner because of financial arguments. Learn what you can do to heal yourself and…
Read More“Off You Go!” Helping Your Teen Navigate the Transition from High School to the Next Chapter
Featuring Sharon Saline, PsyD Handouts Many families struggle with the pressure and anxiety related to launching teens with ADHD to life after high school. It’s hard to know when to support them and when to let go. How can you teach them the life skills they’ll need to thrive independently? Sharon Saline, PsyD, will…
Read MoreIs Boarding School Best for My Child with ADHD?
Featuring Meghan McNeill, MEd Some students with ADHD and learning differences need additional academic support to reach their full potential. Some parents choose to send their children to boarding school. Meghan McNeill, formerly the director of the learning skills program at Christchurch School, Virginia, and now a limited licensed counselor at Interlochen Center for…
Read MoreThe Journey from High School to Young Adulthood with ADHD
Featuring Chris Dendy, MS, and Ruth Hughes, PhD Are you concerned about how your teen with ADHD will manage adulthood independently? Launching successfully is difficult for many young adults with ADHD. Unfortunately, our late bloomers often don’t have the necessary brain maturity and skills required to juggle the demands of transitioning to college or…
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