Adhd Articles

1). Ways to Help Your Child Focus and Pay Attention By : Dr. Lara Honos-Webb
Your child is already paying attention. The question is what are they paying attention to? Children who have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder often fail to pay attention to what they are supposed to be paying attention to -- the teacher in the classroom, your instructions to stop running in the house or the fact that they have a quiz next week in social studies class.
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2). Indigo/Crystal Phenomena: ADD/ADHD Children By : Lisa Whatley
Who are these Indigo and Crystal Children? Am I one? How can I help my own child who seems to be one? There are many things that we can do to help these new breed of children, but the most important thing to know is that the Indigo/Crystal phenomenon is the next big step in our human evolution. We all are, in some way or another, becoming more like the Indigo and Crystal people.
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3). Guidelines for Choosing a Treatment Program for a Teen with ADD or ADHD By : Eric Morgan
Many adolescents who have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) experience a number of behavioral and academic problems that can limit their success in interpersonal relationships, school, and individual achievement. These adolescents may lack self-control, have greater difficulty making friends and finding acceptance, be more likely to abuse substances, become involved in delinquency, or experience anxiety, mood, and behavioral disorders.
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4). Teachers: Could You Use The 10 Best Classroom Management Interventions To Turnaround Problem Behavior? By : Ruth Wells
Unless you work with easy, mellow students, you will love our "Top 10 Best Classroom Management Interventions to Turnaround Problem Student Behavior." These interventions are taken from Youth Change Workshop's Solution Center (http://www.youthchg.com). There are hundreds of strategies on the site, ready to be used by teachers, counselors and youth workers.
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5). Say NO to Ritalin! The Indigo/ADD/ADHD Child’s Diet By : Lisa Whatley
It’s the dreaded Child Split Personality Syndrome – you’ve witnessed it but are you aware that you could possibly be the culprit of it all?! Unknowingly of course. Let me set the scene. Breakfast which consisted of bagels, with butter and jam, a bowl of sugary filled cereal and a glass of artificial fruit punch to wash it down, was finished only moments before.
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6). Fidgety Philip - A Brief History of ADHD By : Angie Dixon
Many people think ADHD is a recent "fad," a new diagnosis. Nothing could be farther from the truth.
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7). RSS Feeds for Education Professionals Can Stop Classroom Management Problems and Streamline Your Time By : Ruth Wells, M.S.
It may be a new year, but you are probably still dealing with the same old "kid problems." The bad attitudes, disrespect, peer conflict, lying, school failure or family problems didn't change when you flipped the page on the calendar. Don't let last year's problems create another difficult year. Resolve to stop using last year's failed solutions, and instead substitute updated, more effective methods like those contained in our books, instant ebooks, workshops and web site.
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8). Is It Really ADHD? By : Angie Dixon
"But ADHD symptoms are just things everyone does." Have you heard this? If you haven't, keep listening. I'm sure you will soon, probably from someone who means well. And it is true that not everyone who is overly hyperactive, inattentive or impulsive has ADHD.
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9). The Brain Food Recipe By : Douglas Alp
Copyright 2006 Douglas Alp In the past it was believed that your intelligence was something that was inherited or that was a genetic thing that had to do with your parents but that may not be a total truth. It is now believed that your intelligence can be determined by your environment, life experiences and your diet. So is there a brain food recipe.
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10). ADHD: Three Tips for Avoiding Medicine Battles By : Angie Dixon
I should start by saying my ADHD son is only ten, and the battle might start in earnest at any point, but so far we have not had major conflicts over taking his ADHD medicine. Twice he's spit it out, both times within about a month at about 8.5 years old. Both times I invoked some mild punishment and sat him down for a talk, and it hasn't happened since.
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11). Helpful Tips to Get Your ADD/ADHD (Indigo) Child To Sleep Naturally By : Lisa Whatley
As a single mom of four children myself I know how difficult it is to get any child to bed on time! It is even more difficult if a child has been diagnosed as Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or more commonly referred to as ADD/ADHD. The Angel Lady, Doreen Virtue, calls this: Attention Dialed into a Higher Dimension. Brilliant! My eldest son,.
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12). Effects of Nutritional Supplements in Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder By : Mary F. Zesiewicz, MD
Copyright 2006 INTEGRITY HEATH SOLUTIONS Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by inattention, impulsivity and, in many cases, hyperactivity. ADHD affects up to 7% school age children. Problems with focus, concentration and impulsivity affect all levels of both academic and interpersonal function. Secondary problems include low self-esteem, anxiety and problems related to impulsive, hyperactive behavior.
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13). Symptoms of ADHD: Hyperactivity/Impulsivity By : Angie Dixon
"Hyperactive" has almost become a buzzword in our culture, but when we talk about ADHD, hyperactivity and impulsivity, we're talking about some very specific behaviors.
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14). Research Shows...Facts About ADHD By : Angie Dixon
There are a lot of theories about ADHD, and a few of them are actually based in fact. I recently ran across some information from the National Institutes of Mental Health that I found really interesting.
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15). Martial Arts and Childhood ADHD: Overcoming Symptoms By : Mr. Robert L. Jones
The symptoms of ADHD can be devastating for children. It is especially hard for school-age children who feel isolated and don’t know how to express what they are feeling. They can become quickly behind academically and socially, which leads to lack of self-confidence and depression. Symptoms of childhood ADHD can include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
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16). Understanding Hyperactivity Causes And Diagnoses By : Ray La Foy
Attention deficit disorder or ADHD, commonly known as hyperactivity, is thought of differently by child psychologists.
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17). ADHD Moms of ADHD Kids--Giving Yourself a Break By : Angie Dixon
Do you have ADHD? Are you a mom? Does one or more of your children have ADHD? I just want to give you a hug and say, "You poor thing. I know exactly how you feel." I know about the teachers sending notes home that your ADHD child didn't return a paper because you forgot to sign it. I know about missing important deadlines, like signing your ADHD child up for the Gifted and Talented program, because you forgot to check his backpack. I know about the non-ADHD child saying, "Mom, you forgot to pack our lunches--AGAIN.
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18). Understanding Attention Deficit Disorder By : Susan Jan
Attention Deficit Disorder, otherwise commonly known as ADD, is a psychosomatic condition which is normally characterized by learning and behavioral disorders.
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19). TV Is A Drug - Are Your Kids Addicted? By : Adam Cox
For most of us, hearing about different types of addiction is a common occurrence. Even more difficult to bear is that most of us are close to someone affected by an addiction. When addictions are related to the abuse of a substance such as alcohol, our understanding that there is a problem may be rooted in clear and serious signs of a life out of control.
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20). A Few ADHD Treatment Options Before Jumping To Medication By : Abigail Franks
There are several alternative treatment options available to the parents of children correctly diagnosed with ADHD or ADD. Attention Deficit Disorder or that with Hyperactive tendencies are a set of mental illnesses that are routinely mis diagnosed. This is due to the fact that many of the symptoms of ADHD and ADD are considered by many normal characteristics in growing kids.
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21). Is Your Child Lazy Or Is It ADHD? By : Angie Dixon
Having grown up with undiagnosed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), I know how it feels to be labeled "lazy" when you're really just fighting ADHD and doing the best you can to fit your ADHD square peg into the round hole of life.
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22). Better Reading Fluency Results In Better Comprehension By : Paul Counts
Reading fluency is the ability to read quickly and accurately. A person who reads wells is able to comprehend more because they instantly group and recognize words. Doing this instantly frees up the brain for comprehending.
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23). Treating ADHD the Natural Way By : David Chandler
If you have trouble concentrating and/or sitting still, you may have ADHD. For more information about attention deficit disorder, visit the links at the bottom of this article.
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24). Montana’s Welcome Creek Wilderness Trail: Madcap Adventures for a Spring Training Hike! By : gordonh
Welcome Creek Wilderness - our spring-time challenge in a strange and wonderful little corner of the Montana back country world, just off the blue ribbon trout stream, Rock Creek. We should have thought it through a little more, but just needed to get out and do a nearby trail. So Evie and I threw our three little furry friends, Tina, Koda, and Lucy (miniature Pomeranians) in the van.
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25). What Does ADHD Look Like? By : Angie Dixon
Sometimes it's hard to know if your child has ADHD or is just a "normal kid." Below are some symptoms of ADHD, taken according to the National Institutes of Mental Health. If your child fits this profile AND you and your child are having difficulties because of the possible ADHD symptoms, it might be a good idea to see a doctor qualified to diagnose ADHD in children.
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