ADHD (Children and Adults) I have been a practicing psychologist in an outpatient setting for over thirty-eight years. I run into the same issues and problems almost every day (addictions, anxiety, assertiveness, children's behaviors, mood disorders, relationships, self-esteem, guilt, ...
As a compromise, we have developed a routine of turning off all electronics about forty-five minutes out from our destination so we can see the landscape change and start to smell the salt air. It’s a moment to bond with each other in excitement and in connecting with nature. We spend ...
Establish a steady routine People with ADHD may benefit from having a consistent daily routine. Remembering to prioritize productive activities like homework can be easier when habitual instead of a task you have to think about doing each time. However, ADHD symptoms can make time managemen...
Know When to Make Changes: Nobody can be perfectly consistent, but if you find yourself slipping out of your set routine several times in a row, be prepared to re-establish the schedule. Make sure to sell the change enthusiastically to your child with ADHD in terms he or she will underst...
No evidence currently indicates a need for routine cardiac evaluation (i.e., ECG, echocardiography) before starting any stimulant treatment in otherwise healthy individuals. The package insert for stimulants states that these medications should generally not be used in children and adolescents with pre...
Help your child eliminate distractions and manage time. Especially tweens and older children may need help establishing a homework routine that is free from distraction. You can help them create a homework space that is pleasing, quiet, and free from distraction. Your child may appreciate the use...
should create a few warning signals like a hand signal or a note to stop behaviour that can disturb the class. Place the child in a distraction-free area during regular classwork and tests. Also, give one instruction at a time and make maximum use of visuals and charts to explain concepts...
Noah continued, "If I'm not careful in how I sleep, how I eat, how I manage my routine, I can become overwhelmed and it can just feel like the whole world is just too heavy to bear." If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, please go toNationalEatingDisor...