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Sending students with ADHD to college can be thrilling and nerve-wracking for parents, especially if they have been providing them with a lot of support. Learning about the college environment, and preparing students for it, can alleviate everyone’s stress and help to make sure students will be successful. Specifically, parents need to understand that the... read more
Sometimes, kids come home with assignments that can become a family affair. Maybe it’s a logic puzzle of the week, or a fun assignment for public speaking. Or maybe it’s having a lively discussion about a book your child is reading for Lit. You can increase your child’s commitment to his/her education by showing an... read more
Setting clear expectations with our kids is one of the most important things we parents can do to teach responsibility, and technology offers us a great opportunity. Despite our typical frustrations with it, technology can help you prepare young teens for increasing responsibility – to teach them about what you expect, and hold them accountable... read more
Assisting my father-in-law in the hospital, I noticed him looking down at his wedding ring. It was tight, for sure, and I asked if he wanted me to take it off for him. He looked up at me and smiled — a rare treat, these days. “No,” he said, “I was just making sure it... read more
I’m a planner by nature – actually I used to do it for a living – so it’s difficult for me to imagine not having structure and scheduling as part of almost everything I do. In fact, at times I’ve been accused of not being spontaneous. (My friends are laughing right now.) At the same... read more
It’s not that I don’t know better. I know I should plan ahead so I don’t stay up late getting myself together the night before a really early flight or appointment. Its’ just that I don’t always DO what I KNOW I should DO! That’s the dilemma of ADD/ADHD. Let me tell you, it can... read more
Tonight, I helped my daughter with her homework. She was studying for a history test. I didn’t quiz her. I didn’t use flashcards. I didn’t even talk to her much. I just sat there, next to her. I was her Body Double. Here’s what she said, afterwards. “Thanks, Mom. That was really helpful.” Seriously? I... read more
3 Things That Disturb The Peace Do You Want More Calm in Your Life? God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference. ~St. Francis of Assisi Serenity is the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled. ... read more
4 Steps from Rudy Rodriguez Rudy Rodriguez speaks our language with his practical parenting strategies. We’re thrilled to share his wisdom with you as he sets the stage for effective parenting. Besides, he uses a coach-approach with parents, too! Told you he’s our kind of professional… Many parents of ADHD children are eager to learn... read more
3 Things to Teach Your Kids Now What should you say to your kids about their ADHD? When should you start talking about it? The answer is simple to parenting ADHD kids: teach what they can understand, and do it now. Education and awareness are important tools. Knowledge is power, and it can help your... read more