What happens when not one, but both of your kiddos are diagnosed with ADHD? If you’re Beth Grushkin, you research the heck out of ADHD (naturopathic remedies especially) and launch your own ADHD blog! In this podcast, you will hear this wise mother and Montessori school teacher share about her personal journey navigating ADHD with […]
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“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 […]
“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 explained, holding back […]
5 Reasons to Consider Neuropsychological Testing for Your Child
Wouldn’t it be awesome if every child loved school like this kiddo? I believe that every child has the potential to love school. Some kids just need more support along the way. Neuropsychological testing has MANY benefits, such as: #1 Neuropsychologists identify your child’s learning style and mental health needs During testing, neuropsychologists test various […]
Episode 1: What’s It Like When You Become the Poster Child for Your Mom’s Organization, ADHD&U
Katherine has a chat with her son Will. Listen to this episode as Will has some important things to say about living with ADHD and holds nothing back! “Raising Will isn’t really about me. It’s so much more than that.” ~ Will Quie
3 Steps to Becoming a Fierce Advocate for your Child
Being an advocate for our child is not a solitary activity. The best advocates I know seek help when tackling big issues. Here are three things I’ve learned about advocating for my own son, and for the children, adolescents, and parents I’ve counseled at work as a child psychologist. #1 Don’t Stick Your Head in […]
