ADHD, LD, and an Educational Horror Story
Our expert advises a mother whose child has gone through seven different educational placements. read more
September 30, 1998
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ADHD, Medication Changes, and Hospitalization
A mother is desperate to avoid having to hospitalize her son with ADHD. read more
April 4, 2001
ADHD, Reading Problems, and Retention
Retention in a grade rarely has any positive effect unless there is also a change in the support services that the student receives. read more
July 11, 2001
ADHD: Teacher vs. Doctor Diagnosis
A teacher's diagnosis can be taken as a suggestion to look into attention-span problems, but only a doctor can say for sure. read more
March 1, 2002
Advice for a Teen with ADD
Parents and educators who set high expectations and give encouragement and assistance to a child with ADD help him to develop confidence and skills. read more
June 3, 2002
APD, ADHD, and Anxiety
Many children with ADHD also have accompanying learning problems. read more
November 12, 2002
Are ADHD Drugs Harmful?
Learn how to find out about possible side effects of ADHD medications. read more
December 16, 2002
Are There Writing Worksheets for a Child with LD?
Having a child with LD complete worksheets to help him to improve his writing skills may not properly address his needs. read more
October 24, 2001
Bed Wetting and Ritalin
Find out about Ritalin (methylphenidate), ADHD, and nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting). read more
April 28, 2000
Behavior Therapies for ADHD
ADHD medication can work wonders, but supplementing that with behavior therapies is recommended. read more
June 13, 2002
Borderline ADD
A parent who wants to help her child perform better academically -- and avoid medication for ADD -- seeks advice. read more
March 12, 1999
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