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Extended time improves reading comprehension test scores for adolescents with ADHD

November 7, 2011

OJP.RdgArticle.2011Open Journal of Psychiatry, 2011, 1, 79-87   OJPsych doi:10.4236/jsemat.2011.13014 Published Online October 2011 CLICK here to read the complete Article Given the findings of this study, it would seem advisable forclinicians assessing individuals with ADHD to inquire directly about whether they are able to complete tests involving reading comprehension within the time usually allowed. If [...]

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The Proper Purpose of Assessments in the IEP process: It’s a Lot More Than Reporting a Score.

September 22, 2011

The Proper Purpose of Assessments in the IEP process: It’s a lot more than reporting a score. NYSBA Elder and Special Needs Law Journal, Vol. 22, No. 1, 2012 (in press). This is a prepublication copy. By Anthony Rifkin We’ve all experienced not quite being able to remember something. It’s on the tip of our [...]

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The Truth About Attention Deficit Disorder by Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D.

August 27, 2011

Blogs The Mysteries of ADD published originally on the web for Psychology Today magazine. Tom Brown’s website www.DrThomasEBrown.com The truth about attention deficit disorder by Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D. The Mysteries of ADD and High IQ The five truths about attention deficit disorder. Published on August 16, 2011 by Thomas E. Brown, Ph.D. in The [...]

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TDAH: ¿Mi niño la tiene?

April 28, 2011

¿Cuáles son las señas de la TDAH? TDAH es la abreviación de trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad. Los niños con TDAH pueden tener un comportamiento hiperactivo, falta de atención y dificultad para concentrarse. La mayoría de los niños con TDAH tienen señas tanto de hiperactividad como de problemas de atención. Sin embargo, algunos [...]

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Edward (Ned) Hallowell, M.D. on ADHD

April 19, 2011
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Learning disabilities and ADHD. (Written for kids)

April 11, 2011

Learning disabilities and ADHD Learning disabilities affect how you understand, remember, and respond to new information. They can cause problems in several areas, including speaking, reading, writing, and doing math. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is not a learning disability, but it definitely can affect a person’s ability to learn. And if you have ADHD, [...]

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It’s More Than Inattention – Dr. Russell Barkley

March 30, 2011

ADHD: A Disorder of Regulation Books by Dr. Barkley:  CLICK HERE

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It’s Almost Tax Time – Getting Your Financial Records in Order.

March 28, 2011

Personal income tax is due in about 2 weeks!  Many people with ADHD – and without – have difficulty getting their financial records ready in time to make this deadline.  Be realistic.  If you see that you are unlikely to have your taxes ready to mail by April 15th (April 18th for 2011) , file for an extension now, to avoid penalties for late [...]

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ADHD As A Psychiatrist Views and Treats It

December 14, 2010

Learn from Glen S. Hirsch, M.D., a nationally recognized expert in diagnosis and psychopharmacology, how a psychiatrist diagnoses this disorder, when and how the question of medication comes into play and, if appropriate, how the choice of a specific medication is made, how to titrate for maximum benefit and how to determine whether the medicine is working at [...]

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Patient Information

December 1, 2010

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Definition ADHD is a problem with inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity, or a combination. For these problems to be diagnosed as ADHD, they must be out of the normal range for a child’s age and development. Alternative Names ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesis Causes Imaging studies suggest that the brains of children with [...]

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