Now that it’s the dead of winter here in the northern hemisphere, being stuck inside is starting to wear on us all. Imagine how much worse it is...
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The SMARTS Executive Function Curriculum has been helping students with ADHD and learning differences for a long time—long enough to see some of...
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Many myths surrounding ADHD are potentially harmful to students, including the idea that kids with ADHD “just can’t pay attention.” While...
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Looking for a new way to engage kids with ADHD? Try the movies! Many movies accurately portray life with ADHD, giving kids a chance to see...
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Everyone knows that students with ADHD have a hard time sitting still. But telling a child with ADHD to sit still is actually detrimental to their...
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While ADHD and anxiety disorders have very different causes and treatments, it can be hard sometimes to tell them apart. Some students exhibit...
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My newsfeed today informed me of two unique ways to improve executive function processes: video games and berry smoothies. The ‘video game’ in...
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Accepting a label — and choosing to identify oneself with a “learning disability or difference” — can be the first step to empowerment. How can...
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Teenagers with ADHD need role models. Role models show teens that even if they have to work harder in school than most students they can be...
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I wanted to share this great quote by Dr. Edward Hallowell: This quote invokes an accurate perspective on the experience of ADHD, and I encourage...
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ADHD medications can be extremely beneficial for students with attention difficulties. Yet, despite these benefits, many students resist taking...
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I think it’s safe to say that fidget spinners have reached every corner of the Earth. I have seen them for sale in gas stations, electronics...
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