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Classroom and Education Management

October 16, 2009

Written by Harold Robert Meyer, MBA, SCAC and Susan Karyn Lasky, MA, SCAC Management of children with ADHD is critical; it means providing the right structure, environment, behavior modifications and, in the classroom, appropriate teaching strategies. Without these, the child with ADD is truly learning disabled, in that he or she is not available for [...]

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Nurturing Self Esteem In Children

October 16, 2009

We may get annoyed with our children, but we love them.  Unfortunately, they may not really love themselves.  Years of criticism, however well intentioned, and difficulty fitting in or meeting expectations, takes its toll on their self-esteem.  You can help your child develop a healthy internal base for continued self-growth.  This article is available as [...]

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School-Based Management of Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: 105 Tips for Teachers

October 16, 2009

Is the Problem Really ADHD? There are many reasons why a child is disruptive or inattentive in class.  However, many children who exhibit these behaviors have a form of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. (ADD/ADHD). ADHD is difficult to diagnose definitively. It is a highly hereditary neurobiological problem characterized by behavioral difficulties that may vary in intensity.  Environment, [...]

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The ADD/ADHD Child & School – Not Always a Good Match

October 14, 2009

Children, adolescents, and teens with ADD/ADHD usually need special help to thrive in an academic setting. While their intelligence may be high (which it often is), and their capabilities strong, they face many challenges that can negatively impact their success in school. The more you understand these issues, the better you can help. This article [...]

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Inappropriate Behaviors? Maybe Not. The Paradox of Coping Strategies

October 14, 2009

Sometimes, the child (or adult) with ADHD is criticized for inappropriate behavior, when the behavior is actually their way of coping.  This is an important distinction for teachers and parents to understand.  Before assuming that a child is being rude or undisciplined, ask them ‘why’ they are acting in a certain way.  Some behaviors seem [...]

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School Check Up

October 12, 2009

If you have not done so lately, it is time to make another appointment with your child’s school.

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Listen to Your Child

October 12, 2009

Sometimes children say things that could have an impact on their school performance. These clues are easy to miss. Here are some examples: Eye/Ear Coordination? Your child complains that his teacher thinks he wasn’t paying attention in class because he wasn’t looking at her when she was speaking. You explain that people like to know [...]

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Tips to Get Up and Out of Bed – On Time!

October 12, 2009

The Coaches Corner: Start with a plan for getting out of the house on time. Know how long it (realistically) takes you to get ready and/or to get your child ready in the morning.  Then work backwards to determine the necessary wakening time. Many adults are consistently late to work because they underestimate the amount [...]

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Child & Adolescent Screening Tests

October 12, 2009

VANDERBILT ADHD RATING SCALES This initial assessment tool, available on the website of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt for use with children ages 6-12, contains rating scales for symptoms of disorders and for impairments in academic and behavioral performance. Although this tool is not intended for diagnosis, it is widely used to provide [...]

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