By: Michaela Patoilo Is every night a battle to finish homework? Do reading assignments end in tears? Do you feel like every project is a landmine for frustration? If these sound familiar, there is a chance your child …
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ADHD
6 Strategies for Increasing Children’s Positive Behaviors
By: Cassandra M. Faraci, Psy.D. One of the most common presenting issues in outpatient mental health treatment centers is child noncompliance which can be defined as, “the refusal to initiate or complete a request made by an authority …
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How to Tell if a Child Has ADHD, Something Else, or Nothing at All
By: Cassandra M. Faraci, Psy.D. If you’re wondering if your child (or a child with whom you work) has Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you’re not alone. It’s true that some children are very active, impulsive, and/or off task, seemingly more …
Read More Normal Child Behavior or Something More? When to Consult a Professional
Doesn’t it seem like many children have an unlimited amount of energy? They can run, jump, play, and constantly deny naps, all without a sip of coffee. A lot of us revel in the amount of energy our children have, …
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My Child Has Been Diagnosed with ADHD…Now What?
If your child gets diagnosed with any sort of disorder, it is natural to experience an array of emotions. Fear, anxiety, and maybe even guilt may intrude your thoughts, but there is a silver lining that comes with diagnosis. It …
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Causes of ADHD: It Might Not Be What You Think
As a mother of two young children, I’m often in the company of other parents who vent about their difficulties with their child with ADHD and all of the remedies they’re using to “cure” the disorder. They’ve made their own …
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10 Principles for Managing Children and Teens with ADHD
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological disorder that affects approximately 8% of children and 5% of adults in the United States. It involves developmentally inappropriate behaviors in two domains: attention and hyperactivity-impulsivity. A common myth about ADHD is that all …
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