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Motivation for Children: How to Reward Behavior Without Technology

“The thing that motivates my 11-year-old son with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is screen time — whether on the computer or watching TV,” one reader tells us. “He gets one hour a day during the week and two hours a day on the weekend. Unfortunately, it’s about the only thing that motivates him. I […]

Hygiene Help for Kids With Sensory and Attention Issues

“How can I get my child with ADHD to practice good hygiene independently — wash their hands, brush their teeth, comb their hair? What if they have sensory issues?” Daily tasks with little to no stimulation are difficult to attend to for those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and even more so for those […]

Step Back from Symptoms and See Yourself Clearly to Rescue Faltering Friendships

Blurting, rudeness, and poor impulse control were sabotaging friendships for this woman with attention deficit. By stepping back and taking stock, she learned how she looked to others — and turned the trend around to improve her social skills. A gal can get herself in a fix when the “I” part of ADHD rears its […]

“How Can I Make New Friends?”

“Right now my friends are 60 and older. It’s not all bad, but it does get lonely. Where can I meet friends my age? How can I form real connections?” Friends come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Older friends can offer guidance, provide valuable insights, and offer you opportunities to learn and grow from their […]

ADHD-Friendly Schedule Fixes for Working Parents

“Help! I know children with ADHD need consistent schedules, but what can working parents or parents with inconsistent schedules do to help their kids?” Being consistent with schedules, instructions, and discipline as parents to children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is hard enough for parents who work regular hours, so I understand your dilemma, […]

Social Acceptance for ADHD Children

“My ADHD child is very sensitive and craves to be part of a group at school. He tries very hard, but the other kids tend to reject him.” Rejection from peers is something all kids experience at one time or another. Unfortunately, rejection for children with attention deficit disorder (ADHD or ADD) is often the […]

NVLD (non-verbal learning disorder) and Neurotypical Communication, by Linda Karanzalis, MS, BCCS

As a professional with NVLD (Board Certified Cognitive Specialist) and former special education teacher, I offer you a different perspective from these vantage points. Whether you’re a parent or an adult coping with NVLD, you’re all too familiar with often falling short of meeting the standards of neurotypicals (NT). NT’s comprise the majority of the […]

Because I Said So!

How to end the bickering and nagging, and motivate your child to finish his boring-but-oh-so-important chores. Quick word-association game: When you hear “chores,” you think “stimulating,” “fascinating,” and “creative,” right? Fat chance. Even for people without attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD), chores are nothing short of torture. But they also help lay the […]

I Was Living with ADHD Induced Self-Hate for Far Too Long

Anyone can lose their keys or forget to turn off the oven. But living with ADHD means these missteps never stop. Here is how I learned to practice self-compassion, set goals, and surround myself with people who encourage and celebrate my true self. Living with ADHD is a Daily Stress Finding lost keys in the […]

What Is Nonverbal Learning Disorder?

Nonverbal learning disorder is a little-known condition that impacts more people than you might imagine, causing real daily difficulties for the adults and children who have it. Learn the signs of this confusing condition, and what you can do to treat it. What is Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NLD or NVLD)? Nonverbal learning disorder (NLD or […]