Hyperactivity and impulsivity? The inability to stay on task? They form a pattern of chronic difficulties in executing daily dask. Executive functioning is a cognitive management system of the human brain. They are very specific, divided into more distinct skillsContinue reading… ADHD and Executive Functioning…What a Mess!
ADHD and Food: Friends or Enemies?
64% of diagnosed cases of ADHD are impacted by food. It can cause physical or behavioral symptoms. These chemicals accumulate to create “bad days.” Food allergies? Food sensitivity? They’re not the same. Classic allergies (IgE) cause serious symptoms likeContinue reading… ADHD and Food: Friends or Enemies?
Tired? Out cold? It might just be ADHD.
Sleep problems go hand-in-hand with ADHD symptoms. One-quarter to one-half of parents of teens with ADHD report that their children suffer from sleep problems. The situation aggravates behavior, negatively impacting how they think and function. Adults typically digress and becomeContinue reading… Tired? Out cold? It might just be ADHD.
ADHD in Adults: There are millions!
About 4% to 5% of adults have ADHD. That translates to 10 million. Some say that adults with ADHD can determine their diagnosis. Few are treated. ADHD is known as a childhood disorder. Some outgrow it, but more than 60%Continue reading… ADHD in Adults: There are millions!
Smartphones Make Smart ADHD Kids
Smartphones can be a great academic choice for students with ADHD. They are miniature, mobile-friendly devices. The portable computers are versatile with a variety of capabilities. The trick is learning how to use them effectively. Cell phones were previously usedContinue reading… Smartphones Make Smart ADHD Kids
Autism & ADHD: A match made in heaven?
50% of people with Autism also have ADHD. They are both a disorder of self-regulation and executive functioning. Social development is a stressor that interferes with both. Care must be taken to address both. Traveling on the WayBack Machine… “HelloContinue reading… Autism & ADHD: A match made in heaven?
ADHD Parents are Super Heroes
Meltdowns, fidgeting, interrupting others…bedlam. That’s ADHD. Parents are key to establishing the “saturation point,” both in school and at home. Parental involvement is especially critical to the identification and instruction of students with ADHD. This is particularly true in inclusionContinue reading… ADHD Parents are Super Heroes
ADHD + Math…Yikes!
Math Anxiety. It’s a vicious cycle. Skills go up. Skills go down…all the way down. Traveling on the WayBack Machine… 2009 rocks. I have 2 sections of honors algebra. No IEPs to be seen. Really? 1st period comes, so doesContinue reading… ADHD + Math…Yikes!
ADHD Literacy: Talking about Talking
Let’s Talk! Wait, we want students with ADHD to stop talking. Here’s why they should. Let’s define 21st Century literacy. In the past, it was simply made up of reading and writing. Now it’s grown to include listening and speakingContinue reading… ADHD Literacy: Talking about Talking
How Teachers Teach Matters, Especially with ADHD
It goes without saying: Students with ADHD have challenges beyond paying attention. Teacher-directed, student-centered strategies create an environment for academic success. Increasing involvement and responsibility for learning is key. ADHD is a disability that impacts physical, mental, and emotional componentsContinue reading… How Teachers Teach Matters, Especially with ADHD