ADHD

Lindsay Lohan wants to leave Betty Ford: Officials refuse

Kristyn Burtt — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:17:00 -0700

Lindsay Lohan is not going quietly into rehab. She's now causing a fuss since the Betty Ford Center doctors took her off the prescription drug Adderall.

Mom story: My son has Tourette syndrome

Julie Weingarden Dubin — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:00:00 -0700

Lisa Bachman’s 15-year-old son, Justin, has Tourette syndrome, a neurological disorder that causes his body to make strange movements and noises he can’t control. The Ohio mom of three shares how she helps Justin advocate for himself — and for other people with differences.

ADHD diagnosis redefined

Kristen Fischer — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 07:14:00 -0700

A new report says the number of teenage boys with ADHD is increasing--and new parameters to define the disorder could add to the numbers.

ADHD: The debate continues

Mary Fetzer — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0700

An estimated five million children in the U.S. have ADHD, but the diagnosis — or misdiagnosis — is under fire. How can you know for sure whether your child is displaying bad behavior or has ADHD?

Managing ADHD without medication

Heather Barnett — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 03:09:00 -0800

ADHD meds often change a child's personality — creating what many kids with ADHD refer to as a zombie state or making them more aggressive. But you can reduce the outbursts and increase attention span by teaching them skills they'll take into adulthood.

Helping children with sensory challenges enjoy the holiday season

Guest Author — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:00:00 -0800

While the holiday season is supposed to be joyous, family gatherings and holiday decorations can actually be quite stressful for children with sensory issues, ADHD, Asperger’s, or just general social and behavioral issues.

Parenting Guru: Is ADHD good?

Julie Weingarden Dubin — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 10:30:00 -0700

According to the most recent Centers for Disease and Prevention reports, 9.5 percent of U.S. children have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder . This week, October 14-20, marks ADHD Awareness Week, and SheKnows tapped Ben Glenn of Indianapolis, Indiana — an ADHD expert, father of two and author of the upcoming release, Simple Answers to Commonly Asked Questions About ADHD — to offer a new way to look at ADHD.

ADHD: Homeopathic solutions for attention deficit disorder

Dr. Scott Saunders — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 16:14:00 -0700

Over the past few years, attention deficit disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder have become hot topics in the media. Although some people argue that they are a fictional condition pharmaceutical companies use to make money, as a doctor, I believe that ADD/ADHD deserves medical attention. But there are non-prescription treatments available.

Calming foods for hyperactive kids

Tracy B. McGinnis — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0700

Which foods help calm hyperactive kids? Experts recommend taking a look at the foods your kids are eating to find out why certain foods make them hyper, cranky or irritable. Find out which foods should be avoided and which foods you should incorporate into their daily diet.

Is your defiant child driving you crazy?

Christina Holt — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Children often go against what their parents say and ask of them, but when it starts to concern you — or affect your mood and family dynamics — how do you identify your child’s negative behaviors and what are the next steps?

3 Things that may (or may not) indicate your child has ADHD

Sherri Kuhn — Fri, 04 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Everyone knows a child these days who has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. How do you know when energy and excitability cross the line and become a diagnosis? Here are three things to watch for in your young child to help you decipher their behavior.

ADHD: Overdiagnosed and overmedicated

Kori Ellis — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Just because a young child is active doesn't mean you need to run to the doctor for an ADHD evaluation. In recent years, more and more children are being diagnosed with ADHD. Some experts say it's often not the kid's problem -- sometimes it's the parents' problem. Read on to learn more about ADHD.

How to have a great holiday break when your child has ADHD

Maria Mora — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 -0800

Learn to stay positive and have fun while your kids are out of school. Work with your ADHD child to have a calm, enjoyable holiday break from the structured schedule of school days.

SpongeBob Square Pants: Who has ADD under the sea?

Laura Willard — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:10:00 -0700

SpongeBob Square Pants provides your children with more than just crazy characters and a catchy theme song. According to a new study, it may also cause short-term learning and attention problems in your children -- right in your very own living room.