Author: Edie Brown
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Bullying, A Vicious Cycle for Teens and Adults with Autism
Teens with Autism are more likely to be bullied than their peers with disabilities. Evidence shows that over 60% of people with autism experience bullying in their lifetime. Stop the cycle with these 10 research-based strategies.
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10 Homework Strategies for Teens with ADHD and Autism
Assigning adequate and appropriate homework is challenging for teachers and students alike. At its best, homework provides preparatory reading and furthers understanding. Unfortunately, it can also be a meaningless activity designed to keep students busy. Here are 10 strategies to help make the process smoother for “our kids” with ADHD and Autism.
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6 Tips to Transform Teens with ADHD into Pleasure Readers
Teens with ADHD need reading skills beyond those developed for children. Their high school and college priorities are decoding, comprehension, and analysis. What about reading for the joy of it? This story is about creating a teen with ADHD who loves to read for enjoyment. Here are six tips on how to use librarians as…
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5 Tips to Survive the Adderall Shortage
On October 12, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a shortage of the ADHD drug Adderall. As of June 2023, there have been some signs of waning as they are assisting with anything they can do to increase supply. Here are tips to help survive in the interim.
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Bullet Journaling: The Answer to ADHD and Autism Organization Challenges
Bullet journals help both problem-solving and memory. They’re a journal/planner hybrid dubbed “the analog system for the digital age.” Here’s how to make them a positive part of your life with ADHD and Autism.
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Young Adults with Autism Making Friends: Tips to Help Improve Relationships and Social Skills
Making friends is easy for some, but a struggle for others. Especially young adults on the Autism Spectrum. If making and keeping friendships is difficult, you can be socially isolated. Having difficulties with social skills, building meaningful relationships is challenging. Check out these strategies to help at home, at work, and at play.
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15 Best Free Mobile Apps for College Students with ADHD and Autism (2023)
College students with ADHD and Autism have a tough time. Less than 5% graduate (McLaughlin, 2019). What can we do? Technology can help. Check out my reviews of 15 free mobile apps. My teens, young adults, and adults chimed in too.
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Need Help in School? Seek Special Education Advocates for ADHD and Autism
Parents of teens and young adults with ADHD and Autism: Got a beef with your school about services or accommodations? A special education advocate can help smooth out the rough spots. These tips can help to find the right match for you.
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Research: There’s a Causal Link Between Lead Exposure and ADHD!
Got negative symptoms of ADHD? Is your child extra hyper? Look around…it might be lead poisoning. Recent NIH research cites lead as “one of the most dangerous environmental pollutants, and it is suspected to be associated with ADHD.” The jury is still out on the entire potential risk for ADHD, but here’s what we do…
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How Does Asperger’s Syndrome Affect Teen Grades in High School?
Teens and young adults with Asperger’s Syndrome often struggle in school. These research based strategies are winners. For both home and school.