by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Oct 13, 2022 | ADHD/ADD
Brett, age 8, has difficulty behaving in his third grade class. Frequently calling out, pushing on line and at times being rude to the teacher and other kids, his parents have been called in for the “meeting” to discuss Brett and his behavior. They are...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Oct 6, 2022 | Dyslexia/Reading & Learning Disabilities
Jacob is an endearing 8-year-old child, well-liked by teachers and other kids. Playing a variety of sports, he is frequently seen as a team leader by coaches and peers. There is one problem, though, eating at Jacob. Even though he is now in third grade, he still...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Sep 22, 2022 | ADHD/ADD
Every week I hear an array of concerns regarding distractibility and inattentiveness. Beyond the immediate assumption that the child has ADHD/ADD (in other words a neurological disorder), I do my best to broaden the narrative and review other factors to consider that...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Sep 13, 2022 | Parenting Misc
Last week we started our two-part series to try and help you have a smoother ride this school year and to try and reduce the New School Year Blues. In the first three tips, we encouraged you to turn down the heat during homework; to find ways as a parent to back it...
by Richard Selznick Ph.D. | Sep 9, 2022 | Parenting Misc
Well, it’s just past Labor Day. You know what’s coming. That pit in the stomach is starting to form. Yep, it’s back to school. I know that you will see all kinds of articles in parenting magazines and the internet such as the 10 Tips for Having an...
