I get asked these two questions all the time. I understand. As parents, we need to make sure we’re getting accurate information, particularly when it impacts the decisions we make about our children. The answer to the first question is a resounding yes. In the late 1990’s, about 3-6 percent of school-aged kids received an […]
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What If My Child’s Area Of Brilliance Is Gaming? Should I Support It Anyway?
What is ADHD brilliance anyway? Simply stated, ADHD brilliance is the part of each ADHD person that naturally shines. When I think of the ADHDers in my life, most are highly creative, quick-humored, spontaneous, playful people who have a magical touch in life that is hard to put into words. Think Peter Pan, Jim Carey, […]
“Why’d She Have to Graffiti My Desk?”: When Learning Supports Backfire
When my son, William, was in 3rd grade, his teacher, Mrs. Carter, called me at home one evening. She wondered what we did to help William complete tasks. Did we use checklists? Incentive charts? “We’ve tried about everything since kindergarten,” I said, trying to think quickly. Even though I was a child psychologist, anxiety clouded […]
“My Heart Hurts”: The Power of Hearing Your Child Versus Cheering for Your Child
My son, Will, said this exact statement in middle school one evening as he lay face down on his bed. We had gone to see his long-time psychiatrist, Dr. Michaels, earlier that week to discuss medication. During the appointment, Will acted the same as always; fidgety, but self-assured. Will explained to Dr. Michaels that he […]
