She can’t have ADHD, she can play video games all day long!

(This is part one of a series that examines ADHD in the digital world, in honor of CHADD’s Annual International Conference on ADHD, at which my colleague, Dr. Gary […]

How can coaching build executive functions?

Does your child forget to do her homework, misplace her books, rush out of the house in the morning without her lunch, or get distracted when telling you about her […]

How do you teach a kid who hates to write?

Some kids simply hate to write. They become argumentative with their parents when doing written homework. At school they rush through writing assignments, doing as little as possible. For children […]

Is ADHD a learning disability?

Is ADHD a learning disability? It is not uncommon to be confused. However, while some children diagnosed with ADHD experience significant difficulties with learning, there are many others […]

Read about Executive Functions and ADHD

Parents and educators are increasingly talking about the role of executive functioning skills in children with ADHD. In fact many prominent psychologists have identified ADHD as a disorder […]

E-books on ADHD, Executive Functions and More

The Internet is a great place for gathering information, but sometimes you just want a comprehensive source.Fortunately, there are a number of excellent websites that provide e-books and downloadable PDFs […]

Working Memory

Apps to Improve ADHD Attention Span, Memory, and Time Management

If you’re looking for apps to improve ADHD in your child, there are many that can help kids with planning, organization, and mindfulness. But there is an important caveat when explaining […]

How Technology Can Help Your Child Become a Better Writer

 

Does your child rush through written homework so quickly that it is impossible to read? Does she or he get frustrated when doing a writing assignment, crossing […]

Innovative Strategies to Improve Executive Functions

Does your child frequently forget to bring home homework assignments or lose his or her train of thought when describing their school day to you?