Is It ADHD?
While a checklist can be helpful in the diagnosis of ADHD, it shouldn't be the only or primary assessment tool. read more
June 3, 2002
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Is it ADHD?
Our expert advises a parent who fears her son may have a disability. read more
November 22, 1999
Is it LD or ADHD?
These two conditions often co-exist, and only a thorough evaluation can sort things out. read more
October 3, 2001
Keeping a Child with ADD Engaged
Even the most experienced teachers can find working with a 13-year-old adolescent challenging. read more
September 6, 2001
LD and ADHD and Homeschooling
Learn how to handle a special teen who wants to quit school. read more
August 31, 1999
LD and ADHD?
No teacher can make a "diagnosis" of a learning disability or an attention deficit disorder. read more
September 4, 2001
Learning Methods for Gifted Child with ADD
You do not have to jump into a curriculum package or specific course of study after your child leaves school. Spend some time adjusting to your homesc... read more
March 4, 2002
Long-Term Effects of Ritalin®?
A parent asks what long-term effects might be associated with the use of Ritalin on children. read more
June 26, 2001
Maybe It's Not ADHD?
When none of the ADHD medications is helping your child, it's time to step back and get the full picture. read more
February 7, 2001
Medications for ADD and Gifted
Our fifth-grader has just been diagnosed as ADD. We want him to be able to do the best he can, but we're worried about putting him on drugs. What woul... read more
July 23, 2001
Mom Questions ADD Medication
A combination of medical, behavioral, and educational therapies usually results in the best long-term outcome for children with ADD. read more
August 17, 1998
Natural Product for ADD?
Avoid using any product for ADHD that has not been rigorously tested both for safety and for effectiveness. read more
June 11, 2001