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 … [Read more...] about What If My Child’s Area Of Brilliance Is Gaming? Should I Support It Anyway?
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“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 … [Read more...] about “Why’d She Have to Graffiti My Desk?”: When Learning Supports Backfire
“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 … [Read more...] about “My Heart Hurts”: The Power of Hearing Your Child Versus Cheering for Your Child
“I Want to Stop Talking but I Can’t”: Five Ways for Teachers to address Hyperactivity without Shaming the Student
This is the exact statement my son, William, uttered when my husband and I asked him to zip his lips in his kindergarten classroom. His teacher had flagged me down in the hallway earlier that day. “He talks all day long,” she explained, wide-eyed. “Is he like that at home?” “Yes,” I … [Read more...] about “I Want to Stop Talking but I Can’t”: Five Ways for Teachers to address Hyperactivity without Shaming the Student
