Over the last 20 years, a big part of my job as a child psychologist has been to evaluate children’s cognitive, academic, and psychological functioning, and then meet with parents to review test findings. During these feedback sessions, I explain why a child may or may not meet criteria for a specific diagnosis, like ADHD, […]
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My Top 5 Secrets for Getting ADHD Kids Through School Work
Not one day goes by during the COVID-19 pandemic that I don’t empathize with all of the parents who have been thrust into the role of educator as they try to juggle jobs (or lack-there-of), laundry, decontamination rituals, and so many other responsibilities. I envision parents throughout the nation scrambling to transform their cluttered dining […]
From Grieving to Grateful: 5 Parenting Tips from a Seasoned Mom
When my son was little, even though he was a joyous, healthy, creative child, I often felt so sad about his ADHD-related challenges. In fact, my sadness during his early elementary school years was the main motivator for writing my book, Raising Will: Surviving the Brilliance and Blues of ADHD. I tried to express my […]
10 Things Every Parent Should Know about Marijuana: a Psychologist’s Perspective
Just a few weeks ago, a teen client arrived to my office stoned. I didn’t recognize it right away, but her droopy eyelids and clumsy small talk gave her away. She was surprised when I dropped the question: “Are you high?” But to her credit, she answered honestly. That’s where the real work happens. I […]
