Tag: ADHD
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Mom Shares Her Honest Experience with ADHD in Viral Post About Parenting Challenges
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid Facebook post that has resonated with many, a busy mom recently opened up about her experience managing her daughter’s ADHD during a grocery store visit. The post highlights the sharp contrast between judgment and empathy that parents often face in public settings. Jessica Thompson, a mother whose daughter frequently…
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What Parenting a Child on ADHD Medication Really Involves
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting a child with ADHD and similar challenges, it’s time to put aside the judgment and foster a supportive community among ourselves. For families navigating the complexities of raising a child with special needs, every day can feel like a battle. Some of us may deal with children…
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Understanding ADHD in Toddlers: What You Need to Know
Read more If your little one seems to have boundless energy during playdates or can’t sit still during storytime, you might find yourself questioning if they have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). It’s important to remember that what might seem like hyperactive behavior is often just typical toddler antics. However, it’s still helpful to know…
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Why I’m Eagerly Anticipating Summer Vacation
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, there’s nothing quite like the anticipation of summer vacation, especially when you have a child like my eight-year-old son, Liam, who has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). For much of the year, he navigates a school environment that often feels more like a challenge than a place of learning.…
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In Response to Nicole Arbour’s Video on ADHD: A Closer Look at the Reality
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Nicole, I recently came across your video titled “The Truth About ADHD,” and as a mother and advocate for those affected by this condition, I felt compelled to share my thoughts. Your portrayal of ADHD was not only misguided but also demonstrated a lack of understanding about an important mental health…
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Our Journey to ADHD Medication: A Parent’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast After months of struggling to help our daughter, Emily, with her homework—where 30 minutes of work felt like a three-hour marathon—we reached a breaking point. Her grades were slipping, and teachers frequently mentioned her difficulty focusing in class. The homework she couldn’t complete during school followed her home, and despite our best…
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Embracing Our ADHD Family: Understanding, Not Exclusion
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, ADHD is a part of our everyday life. My 7-year-old son, 5-year-old daughter, and I navigate the world with this condition, which often means forgetting my oldest’s backpack. There are days when it doesn’t even make it out of the house, and other days it’s left in the car.…
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Every Child with ADHD Should Experience ‘Captain Underpants’ – Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast In the words of popular children’s author Dav Pilkey, “I prefer to think of it as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Delightfulness. Others may label it a disorder.” Pilkey, known for his beloved Captain Underpants series, was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia in second grade, a time when he struggled with concentrating, sitting still,…
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Navigating the Challenges of Motherhood with ADHD
Get Pregnant Fast “I’m sorry,” I say to my teenage babysitter, Jenna. It’s 2:45 PM, and I promised to pick her up at 3:00. She waves me off, “No worries.” “No, really,” I explain. “I have ADHD. I have a choice: I can either arrive late and scramble, or I can compensate and show up…
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Why I Chose to Stop Medicated Treatment for My Son’s ADHD
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to children grappling with ADHD, medication can seem like a miracle solution for both the kids and their parents, who often feel overwhelmed trying to help them. I can relate, having spent years resisting this path—experimenting with various strategies, from behavioral therapies to dietary changes—before finally agreeing to…