On the surface, procrastination and perfectionism seem to have little in common. The two, however, can be intimately related, especially… Continue Reading »
Category: ADHD
Hyperfocus and ADHD
Many myths surrounding ADHD are potentially harmful to students, including the idea that kids with ADHD “just can’t pay attention.” While it’s… Continue Reading »
Get Your Executive Function Professional Development This Summer!
There are many ways to use summer strategically when it comes to executive function, from spending time at the beach… Continue Reading »
Movies for Kids with ADHD
Looking for a new way to engage kids with ADHD? Try the movies! Many movies accurately portray life with ADHD,… Continue Reading »
Extra Time Helped Me Ace My Exams (even though I never used it!)
I’ve heard many accounts of how providing extra time, or even no time limit, on tests can be crucial for students with… Continue Reading »
12 Great Podcasts for Teachers
I love listening to podcasts. Like most teachers, I rarely have as much time as I would like to read,… Continue Reading »
Superhero Costumes Can Help Students Persevere with Homework
When I was in school, I absolutely despised writing papers. In my head I knew what I wanted to say,… Continue Reading »
Fidgeting Is Just How Kids with ADHD Concentrate
Everyone knows that students with ADHD have a hard time sitting still. But telling a child with ADHD to sit still… Continue Reading »
Is It ADHD or Anxiety?
While ADHD and anxiety disorders have very different causes and treatments, it can be hard sometimes to tell them apart.… Continue Reading »
Brain-Based Emotional Regulation Strategies for Kids with ADHD
Edutopia.org recently wrote about how to use six brain-based strategies to help kids with ADHD regulate emotions. Here are summaries of my… Continue Reading »