I often talk about homeschooling when the kids have ADHD. But what if you have it? I have some tips.
Tips for Homeschooling when you have ADHD
read more
ADHD
Organizing Your Kids: Charts that Work
Every year, I start off the year with the goal to be more organized. Now that my kids are older, I want to find methods that also work for them. Learning how to organize themselves and keep up with their work will help them be successful in real life far more than...
Can a Diet Cure Autism or ADHD?
There is no diet that will cure ADHD or autism. However, I do think there is a reason these diets get so much attention, and some of them make some good points.
Should your Child take ADHD Medication?
There are lots of things to think about when you are considering mediation to address ADHD for your child. There is no one-size-fits-all answer.
Picky Eaters: Older Kids and Teens Ideas
Most parents complain that their teens are eating them “out of house and home”. But what if your child is a reluctant eater?
Mom has ADHD! Oh My!
When my daughter was diagnosed with ADHD it forced me to take a look at my own life. I can see what struggles and gifts my neurodiversity has given me.
Multi-Generational ADHD
Do you have a child with ADHD? If so, there is a very strong chance that one of their parents has it too. And at least one of their grandparents also has ADHD.
Neurodivergent Brain Development
Did you know that the neurodiverse brain has a different developmental pattern than a neurotypical brain? And that impacts how and when they are ready to learn.
ADHD, The Dopamine Seeker
Lack of dopamine can lead to depression, anxiety, difficulty completing tasks, and a lot of struggle. So, how do we help your ADHD child get more dopamine?
What is ARFID?
ARFID is an eating disorder that is prevalent in those with ADHD and autism. It can occur in children as young as 2 and can be very serious.
ADHD Kids Need to Move to Learn
ADHD students need to move to learn best. Not all movement has the same impact. Some movement is more helpful than others. But what does that mean in practice?
Motivation and Your Neurospicy Teen
True motivation comes from inside a person. It involves feeling in charge of yourself and your decisions. For a teen with neurodiversity, this can be hard.
Why Swimming Lessons Should be Part of Your Summer!
Swimming is a great, healthy hobby. But I think you should put your kid in swim lessons because of what it does for your child outside the water.
Executive Function Tip: Rewards
Rewarding children for good behavior is a long-standing tradition. But how to implement it in a way that works in your home school?
Why I won’t push my ADHD college kid to also get a job.
While I know it is common for college students to have jobs, I won’t be asking that of any of my kids. I think college is enough of a job for most kids.
Finding Balance with Neurodiverse Children
For some, finding balance comes naturally. But for the person who is neurodiverse, this whole idea makes no sense. Here’s why.
Failure and the Non-typical child
As a parent to more than one non-typical child, I have to work harder to help my children experience success. And give them tools to overcome their failures.
Eight Tips for Homeschooling Your ADHD Child
Homeschooling a child with ADHD can be rewarding and exhausting. Here is our list of tips to make your homeschool journey easier on you and your child.