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Activities for Children with ADHD
Children with ADHD can benefit from lots of physical activities, fast paced sports and creative pursuits that improve their coordination and concentration....
ADHD and Dropping Out of School
A recent study links ADHD with a higher risk of dropping out of school....
ADHD Behaviour Control in Teenagers
Teenagers with ADHD face all the usual problems of adolescence but then have their ADHD symptoms on top. Behaviour can be difficult to control without support....
Distinguishing Between ADHD and the Bright Child
How can you tell if your child is gifted or exceptionally bright, or if they are in fact showing ADHD symptoms? Gifted children can show many of the behaviours of ADHD…...
Do Children Grow Out of ADHD?
The simple answer is that some children with ADHD do grow out of it by the time they reach their early 20s, but some do not. The split is about half and half....
Does Your Child Have ADHD?
An ADHD checklist of questions can help you decide if your child may have ADHD and require assessment by a specialist....
How Socioeconomic Factors Link to ADHD
Socioeconomic factors are linked to ADHD, helping us learn more about how it is caused and its effects....
How to Help a Child with ADHD
If you are trying to work out how to help your ADHD child with their behaviours, the power of praise cannot be underestimated....
Impact on Learning for the ADHD Child
A child showing ADHD symptoms is likely to suffer from learning and behavioural difficulties at school. What behaviour and other problems can a teacher expect to have…...
Kids Who Misuse ADHD Drugs
A growing number of children are misusing ADHD medications. Find out how bad the problem is and what needs to be done....
Recognising ADHD in the Under 5's
ADHD symptoms can manifest themselves in a very young child whilst they are still at nursery. Taking early action can help to reduce the chances that children may need…...
Strategies for Managing ADHD Children
Parents and children with ADHD symptoms can rapidly become locked in a battle of wills and negative behaviour cycles. What must change to make a difference?...
Teaching Students With ADHD
When ADHD students go to University or College, there is much that tutors can do to help students realise their potential. A review of ADHD management and teaching…...
The Classroom Approach to ADHD
Teaching a child with ADHD symptoms is a challenge for any teacher. How do you address the needs of the classroom, and not neglect other children in your class?...
Why Do Some Teenagers With ADHD Self Harm?
Approximately one in six teenagers with ADHD will self harm through cutting, burning or biting themselves. What does this mean, why do they do it, and what can parents…...