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ADHD & Education

What to Say to Your Young Child with ADHD After a 10-Day School Suspension

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Children with ADHD often struggle with impulsivity and emotional regulation, which can lead to disciplinary actions like suspensions. Addressing the issue thoughtfully helps your child understand the consequences of their actions without damaging their self-esteem. It also provides an opportunity to teach coping mechanisms and reinforce that they are loved and supported. This conversation can set the stage for long-term behavioral improvements and better collaboration with educators.

How to Communicate with Your Child’s Teacher During a Parent-Teacher Conference

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Teachers of students with ADHD

Parent-teacher conferences are crucial opportunities to foster a collaborative relationship with your child’s educator and gain insights into their academic progress. This article provides comprehensive guidance on effectively communicating with teachers during these meetings, ensuring productive discussions that benefit your child’s educational journey.

Does Tutoring Work for School-Age Children with ADHD?

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Tutoring can be an effective intervention for school-age children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but its success depends on various factors. This article explores the benefits and challenges of tutoring for ADHD students, highlighting the importance of personalized approaches, structured environments, and specialized strategies to maximize learning outcomes.

The Education System’s Innovation Crisis: Addressing America’s Global Competitive Decline 

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Harold Robert Meyer and The ADD Resource Center                              01/29/2025   Our education system, both public and private, stands as a relic of the industrial age – a time when standardization and routine were cornerstones of success. As America’s global education ranking falls to 14th place, the urgency to transform our approach has never been greater. In … Read more

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.

Empowering Your College Journey: A Comprehensive Guide to Requesting Accommodations

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This guide will walk you through the process of requesting and obtaining the support you need to thrive in your studies, whether you have learning disabilities, physical impairments, sensory impairments, chronic health conditions, psychological disorders, or other disabilities.

ADHD treatment monitoring for the new school year

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When a child is diagnosed with ADHD, parents confront the difficult decision about which treatment(s) to pursue to best help their child succeed. While deciding on an initial treatment plan is important, equally important is establishing a plan to monitor how well that treatment is working on a sustained basis, regardless of what specific treatment(s) is being used. This is because children’s response to ADHD treatment often changes over time and a strong initial treatment response – be that medication treatment, behavior therapy, dietary treatment, etc., – provides no assurance that important treatment benefits will persist.

Guiding You And Your Young Child Through Their ADHD Diagnosis. English/Spanish/Tagalog

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Parents

English – Spanish – Tagalog
Receiving an ADHD diagnosis for your child can be overwhelming. As a parent, you may feel a mix of emotions and have numerous questions about how to talk to your child about ADHD.

Understanding this condition and learning how to explain it to your child in a positive way is crucial for their well-being and future success.

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