by ChildPsych | Nov 15, 2019 | Barriers to Learning |
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may take longer than other children to learn social skills. You can use strategies like role-play and video-modelling to help your child learn the skills he needs to make friends and have a positive social life. Social...
by ChildPsych | Oct 21, 2019 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common conditions diagnosed in children. It’s a neuro-developmental disorder that may cause a range of hyperactive and disruptive behaviours. Children with ADHD often find it difficult to focus, sit...
by ChildPsych | Oct 14, 2019 | ADHD, Barriers to Learning |
Reading up about ADHD or ADD can be rather confusing. Perhaps your child daydreams a lot at school and is easily distracted? Maybe he fidgets constantly. You might wonder if he has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Or is it Attention Deficit Disorder...
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...