Tutoring can be an effective intervention for school-age children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but its success depends on various factors. This article explores the benefits and challenges of tutoring for ADHD students, highlighting the importance of personalized approaches, structured environments, and specialized strategies to maximize learning outcomes.
Before the development and widespread use of psychotropic medications for ADHD, individuals with the condition faced significant social, educational, and personal challenges. Their behaviors and difficulties were often misinterpreted through moral, character, or intelligence frameworks rather than understood as neurological differences.
Harold Robert Meyer and The ADD Resource Center 02/26/2025 Executive Summary Vaccine hesitancy has evolved beyond traditional religious objections into a complex social phenomenon with multiple driving factors. This article examines the psychological, social, and informational factors contributing to vaccine refusal and highlights the alarming resurgence of previously controlled diseases like measles. Understanding these diverse motivations … Read more
Parental anxiety about school pick-up is a common but rarely discussed challenge for parents and/or their child with ADHD. You can transform this daily transition from a source of dread to a manageable routine using a combination of cognitive behavioral techniques and ADHD-specific tools.
Struggling to stay focused with ADHD? Discover how body doubling – working alongside another person – can transform your productivity and reduce anxiety. This comprehensive guide explores everything you need to know about implementing this powerful ADHD management technique.
Harold Robert Meyer and The ADD Resource Center 1/29/2025 _____________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT REMINDER: COMMUNICATION SECURITY Remember that all forms of communication can potentially become public, regardless of the context or medium. “Your memory may fade, but digital footprints last an eternity.” Harold Meyer This includes: Given these realities, exercising careful judgment in all communications is crucial. Consider approaching … Read more
Harold Robert Meyer and The ADD Resource Center 01/29/2025 Our education system, both public and private, stands as a relic of the industrial age – a time when standardization and routine were cornerstones of success. As America’s global education ranking falls to 14th place, the urgency to transform our approach has never been greater. In … Read more
While previous challenges can impact self-perception and confidence, understanding ADHD’s neurobiological basis and implementing targeted strategies can fundamentally alter your trajectory. This article explores why past performance may not be predictive and provides evidence-based approaches for creating new patterns of success.
The timing and approach to smartphone access fundamentally shape child development beyond just digital skills. During early years, children’s brains undergo critical periods of development in attention, emotional regulation, and social capabilities. Research shows premature smartphone introduction can alter these developmental pathways, while thoughtful restriction creates space for crucial skill building.
How to set up goals for your child using “S.M.A.R.T.” (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-Bound). This article is about setting goals for your child using the SMART method. It is also applicable to your child’s IEP, and for you with your own goals.