Giving the ADHD Kid Some Extra Time

In 504 Land, one of the classic (almost knee jerk) accommodations recommended is to give an ADHD child extra time.  Let me ask you this, how many impulsive, hurry-let’s-get-it done, style kids that you know want extra time?  The answer is none. ...

On Zombie Pigs, Aliens & ADHD Boys

There are competing agendas out there within the professional realms that I operate. On one hand there are the parents and the schools trying to get a segment of the population (ADHD boys) to get on track and be connected to the mandated curriculum.  Within that...

ADHD: The Trouble With Boredom

When was the last time your kid came home and said, “Mom, guess what, I got a really cool worksheet today!!!” My guess is it has not happened to date.    Frankly, the worksheets that I see (and I see tons of them) can be pretty dreadful...