Behaviour Therapy for ADHD – what you need to know
I’m guessing that if you’re reading this, your child has already been assessed and has been diagnosed with ADHD. At this point you’ve probably chatted to various medical and educational professionals and also done some research yourself. And you’ve likely found most research suggests that a combination of medication and behavioural therapy seems to be […]
Impulsivity in ADHD – what role does it play?
Impulsivity is the tendency to act without thinking. What does it look like in children? All children are a little impulsive so when it happens once in a while, it can look like normal child behaviour. When it happens a lot, though, it looks like what it actually is: trouble with self-control. How to spot […]
How Girls and Boys with ADHD May Differ
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 still, and stay organised. Many children will display symptoms before the age of 7. But sometimes […]
ADHD or ADD – what is the difference?
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 (ADD)? Is there a difference? Many people use the terms to mean […]
What is ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)?
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 impulsive they are diagnosed with ADHD. It can all be rather […]
How Can You Help a Child with ADD at Home?
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 greater calm to your family. Tip 1: In order to help a child […]
Is it Dyslexia or ADD?
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 concentration, etc. as well as difficulties in reading. During the background interview the parents will usually note that the boy’s […]
Premature birth and ADHD
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. When a parent tells me that their child […]
Hyperfocus in ADD
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. You’ll often hear it said that people with ADD have […]
How ADHD medication works
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: What types of medication are available? Essentially, there are […]
