by ChildPsych | Oct 10, 2019 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
ADD (Attention deficit disorder) is a complex condition. It can present in one of two ways. When a child finds it difficult to concentrate, is easily distracted or has problems remembering they are usually diagnosed with ADD. But if they are also hyperactive and...
by ChildPsych | Oct 8, 2019 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning, Parent guidance |
Parenting a child or teen with attention deficit disorder (ADHD or sometime also called ADD) can be frustrating. Sometimes even plain overwhelming. But as a parent you can help your child overcome daily challenges, channel their energy into positive arenas, and bring...
by GenesisAdmin | May 10, 2016 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
I’ve noticed a very interesting trend in my practice in recent years. Often children – specifically boys – will present with symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) such as distractibility, impulsivity, fidgetiness, lapses in...
by GenesisAdmin | Jul 2, 2015 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
Premature birth and ADHD – is there a link? I’ll let you in on a trade secret. It’s not a devious type of secret. Not anything that could cause anyone harm, but simply a connection that most of us who work with small children have figured out....
by GenesisAdmin | Jun 18, 2015 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
Say what!?! For years we’ve been telling parents that their children with ADD (and ADHD) can’t focus, but then made them aware at the same time that their children can hyperfocus. How the heck does that work? Well, our terminology is partly to blame. ...
by GenesisAdmin | Apr 20, 2015 | ADHD |
ADHD medication is certainly a controversial issue. There is just SO much to be said on the matter. In this article I’ve tried to cover the topic of ADHD medication as comprehensively as possible, while still trying to keep it short and relevant. So here goes:...
