This is a great article by Stuart Shanker (author of Calm, Alert and Learning) that highlights the difference between ‘self control and self regulation’ and ‘quiet vs calm’ with strategies to help kids. It all starts with the stressors in their lives, how those stressors might be impacting their behaviour, what we can do to decrease […]
You tube has a lot of informational videos on any topic you could want. It is hard to navigate this resource without getting lost in it! I have class a across a girl who creates short video clips on everything ADHD. She has tips and strategies for understanding what it is, how to identify ADHD […]
This is an informative article highlighting the connection with aggression and anxiety. ADHD and Anxiety can be comorbid disorders so the strategies and characteristics of both are beneficial to be aware of. As a parent of a child with some aggression and who is easily embarrassed in social situations, it is worthwhile to explore and […]
Bedtime. The time of day many parents look forward to, even if they don’t want to admit it, and sometimes dread depending on the type of sleeper your child is. For us, although we do look forward to the moment our kids are asleep so we can sit down and enjoy some peace, after doing […]
http://www.heysigmund.com/anxiety-in-kids/ This is a great article that clearly explains what anxiety is, why it causes changes in our bodies and how it makes us feel. As well, it gives suggestion about how to talk to kids about it. The explanation is geared for kids but it really helped me have a clearer understanding of why […]
Great video to remind us that when we are struggling the most with our kids that is when they need us most. It is so hard sometimes to pull them close rather than push them away in those times of frustration but showing them no matter what they do we are there for them is […]
“How To Stop Arguing and Start Talking with Your ADHD Child.” https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/how-to-stop-arguing-and-start-talking-with-your-adhd-child/ #sd36learn
CADDRA Website CADDRA is an excellent resource, particularly if you are looking for information about different types of medications. There is a great chart (CADDRA Medication Chart 2016) that shows the difference between the stimulant and non-stimulant medications, characteristics of the medications and the typical doses. There is a plethora of information under the Public […]
Over the years we have wondered whether or not medication was the right choice for JP. As we started on the diagnosis at quite young age, we were hesitant to jump into medication. Although I have seen many students on medication over the years and know first hand what a significant difference it can make […]
Summer vacation. A time for relaxation and a time to create memories of fun times spent with the children. Skipping and playing games; holding hands while walking on the beach; ice cream cones on a hot day; running joyfully through a sprinkler with rainbows in the water droplets…. sound familiar? I am not sure who […]
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