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Navigating the Smartphone Dilemma: A Parent’s Guide to Having Difficult Technology Conversations

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The timing and approach to smartphone access fundamentally shape child development beyond just digital skills. During early years, children’s brains undergo critical periods of development in attention, emotional regulation, and social capabilities. Research shows premature smartphone introduction can alter these developmental pathways, while thoughtful restriction creates space for crucial skill building.

How to set up goals for your child using “S.M.A.R.T.” (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-Bound).

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Parents

How to set up goals for your child using “S.M.A.R.T.” (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-Bound). This article is about setting goals for your child using the SMART method. It is also applicable to your child’s IEP, and for you with your own goals.

Learning and Practicing Self-Talk When You Have ADHD (English & Tagalog) 

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(Published here in English and Tagalog) Living with ADHD presents unique challenges in how you navigate daily life and interact with your thoughts. Your internal dialogue plays a crucial role in managing ADHD symptoms and building confidence in your abilities.

A Parent’s Guide to Post-Holiday School Refusal Strategies

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When your child refuses to do attend classes after a break, you’re not alone. School refusal strategies become crucial during these transition periods, especially after extended holidays when established routines have dissolved into relaxed schedules. 

A Better Way to Connect With Your Child After The School Day

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Parents

Harold Robert Meyer and The ADD Resource Center Dear Parents, Instead of asking, “How was school today?” – a question that often gets a quick “fine” or “okay” – try asking your child, “Who did you help today?” This simple change in questioning serves multiple purposes: Even if your child didn’t help anyone that day, the question … Read more

When I Have ADHD How Do I Answer Someone When They Say, “Why Are You Not Listening to Me?”

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Listening becomes a complex task for them. They may appear inattentive or disinterested, leading others to question their listening abilities. It is crucial to recognize that this behavior is not a conscious choice but a manifestation of their neurological condition.

ADHD and Medical School: Your Complete Guide to Becoming a Doctor When You Have ADHD 

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Many aspiring medical students with ADHD hear they can’t become doctors. This guide proves otherwise, showing how ADHD traits can actually enhance your medical career. Discover how successful physicians leverage their ADHD for better patient care and innovative medical practice. 

ADHD: What You Need to Know – A Q&A with Dr. Stephen Hinshaw

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Wednesday, December 4, 2024 26 min Teachers, school counselors and other educational professionals are on the front line in helping students with mental health challenges and can be among the first to notice when a child is struggling. In their pivotal relationships with students and families, these professionals are often in a position to match … Read more

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