ADHD Kids Aggressive Behavior Towards Family

Child-to-parent violence within the home can be a deeply concerning and stressful experience. This article aims to reassure parents that they are not alone and equip them with practical strategies to address this behavior in children with ADHD. The evide...

Introduction
I've had the privilege of working with kids with ADHD and their families for over 20 years now as a clinician in private practice, former school social worker, and through parenting my son diagnosed with ADHD.   There are two crucial factors that I've noticed in families where children w...

I created this letter for my 2023 ADDitude webinar on helping kids with ADHD succeed at summer camp.  You can download and print this letter to share with your child's summer camp staff.  

Children with ADHD often require additional support in managing daily tasks and activities. As caregivers, it's natural to want to help them succeed, but empowering them to develop their executive function skills is essential.

Understanding Prompt Dependence
When children with ADHD become prompt dep...

Understanding ADHD Medications for Children: What Parents Need to Know

Parenting a child with ADHD can present unique challenges, especially when it comes to deciding whether or not to pursue medication as part of their treatment plan. In a recent interaction with a concerned parent, the topic of...

Each morning at Trip Camp, we have morning learning time for about 45 minutes, which is when we talk about topics like:
-What do you talk about with a bunch of guys you've never met before
-Your responsibility in making and sustaining friendships
-Understanding how you're coming across to others (persp...

About 16 years ago, as a School Social Worker, I worked with an Occupational Therapist named "Kim."  Kim was a single mom to a boy with nonverbal autism. She did not have it easy. Her ex-husband had significant mental health issues and was not equipped to deal with their son, even for short periods....

Key Takeaways: 

• A lack of expectations at home can lead kids with ADHD to feel entitled to things in life, like their phones and video games. 
• Over-giving without expecting help teaches them life owes them everything.
• Balancing rewards with responsibilities is essential for their development.
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Key Takeaways: 

• Most teachers, including special education teachers, receive minimal training in ADHD.
• Private schools that market to the ADHD community don't always provide the most optimal learning environment for a child with ADHD. 
• As an experienced School Social Worker and School Counselor...

Key Takeaways: 

1. Explore effective parenting strategies for managing your child's gaming habits.
1. Emphasize the importance of steering clear of violent or inappropriate games for younger kids.
2. Follow the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendation of no more than one hour of screen time on w...

As a parent, do you often find yourself in a loop of punishing your child, only to see no change in their behavior? This can be a frustrating and disheartening experience, especially when your efforts seem futile. I'm here to shed light on why traditional punishments might not be effective for child...