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ADD / ADHD Blog with Keath Low June 2009 Archive

By Keath Low, About.com Guide to ADD / ADHD

ADHD Friendly Ways to Organize Home

Monday June 29, 2009
An ADHD family friendly household is one in which family members are patient with one another and solution focused. There are also proactive ways to structure and organize ... Read More

Improving Family Dynamics

Monday June 29, 2009
"Do you find that the individual identified as having ADHD is given the burden of changing or being the 'different one' in the family?" --About.com User Read Response

Does Poor Parenting Cause ADHD?

Monday June 29, 2009
It is simply not true that poor parenting causes ADHD. But parents have had to deal with this inaccurate assumption for a long time. It’s hurtful, embarrassing and creates feelings ... Read More

What Can I Do To Help My Impulsive Child?

Tuesday June 23, 2009
“My 9-year-old son has ADHD and is an only child. Being a single parent, I feel guilty for having to work and wanting some time for myself, but sometimes I ... Read More

Understanding Those Without ADHD

Monday June 22, 2009
“I have ADHD, so I understand what it feels like to have it. What I want to understand better are people who do not have ADHD. What are some strategies?" ... Read More

Ari Emanuel - Hollywood Powerhouse With ADHD

Monday June 22, 2009
Ari Emanuel was diagnosed at an early age with ADHD and dyslexia. Today he is co-founder of Endeavor, one of the most powerful talent and literary agencies in the country. ... Read More

Join in the Discussion

Tuesday June 16, 2009
I would like to invite you all to our Forum. If you haven’t already please be sure to check it out. Our forum is a place you can come for ... Read More

Could It Be That I'm Just Not Motivated?

Tuesday June 16, 2009
One of our forum members asks: “Maybe the reason I can't hold on to jobs is that I have a rotten work ethic and it has nothing to do with ADD ... Read More

Advice For Parents of Kids With ADHD From Adults With ADHD

Tuesday June 16, 2009
One of our parents wrote in with a wonderful request: "I have been thinking that I could really learn from adults with ADHD, if I could hear their stories of how ... Read More

Poll: Summer and ADHD Medication

Tuesday June 9, 2009
School is out...or soon will be. Will there be any changes in your child's ADHD medication over the summer? For kids with milder symptoms of ADHD summer vacation may mean ... Read More

Medication Breaks

Tuesday June 9, 2009
For many children with ADHD, medication can make a big difference in school performance. A child’s ability to maintain focus, complete assignments and control their restlessness, hyperactivity or impulsiveness is ... Read More

Summer Routines

Tuesday June 9, 2009
Summertime has a way of creeping up on us. School is suddenly out. Children are home. Days may now be wide open. Many children will be involved in summer programs ... Read More

Just Diagnosed With ADHD

Monday June 1, 2009
If you are an adult who has finally been accurately diagnosed with ADHD after a lifetime of struggles, frustration and self-doubt, the ADHD diagnosis can be the first step in ... Read More

Video: Treating Adult ADHD

Monday June 1, 2009
If an adult with ADHD does not seek help, there can be sometimes be serious consequences. Learn the ADHD basics and how it affects some adults. To Watch Video Click ... Read More
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