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ADHD / Learning Disabilities


ADHD / Learning Disorders

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) gets in the way of a child’s ability to focus, plan ahead, complete tasks, and control impulses. Learning disorders or disabilities, on the other hand, affect how a child understands, processes, and responds to new information. Both can interfere with school and contribute to social and emotional problems, and they frequently go hand in hand.

Having ADHD or a learning disability doesn’t mean your child can’t do well in life. With treatment and support, children with ADHD and learning disabilities can—and do—succeed. And as a parent, you have the power to make a big difference.

ADD / ADHD in Children

ADD / ADHD in Children – If you suspect your child has ADD/ADHD, it’s important to understand the signs and symptoms and get the right help for your child.

 ADHD Parenting Tips

ADD / ADHD Parenting Tips - Life with a child with ADD/ADHD can be overwhelming, but as a parent there is a lot you can do to help control and reduce your child’s symptoms.

ADHD & School

ADD / ADHD & School - By creating an effective plan to overcome the obstacles of attention deficit disorder, your child with ADD/ADHD can thrive in the classroom.

ADHD Treatment

ADHD Treatment and Help - There are many effective treatments that can help your child manage the symptoms of ADD/ADHD, improve their organizational skills, and foster better relationships.

ADHD Tests & Diagnosis

ADD / ADHD Tests & Diagnosis - ADD/ADHD can look different in every child, so there are a variety of diagnostic tests to help determine if your child’s symptoms really point to attention deficit disorder.

ADHD Medication

ADD / ADHD Medication - Medication can help reduce your child’s symptoms of ADD but there are side effects and other treatment options you also need to know about.

Learning Disabilities in Children

Learning Disabilities in Children - By understanding different types of learning disabilities and their signs, you can pinpoint the specific challenges your child faces and find a treatment program that works.

Helping Children with Learning Disabilities

Helping Children with Learning Disabilities – If your child has been diagnosed with a learning difficulty, there are steps you can take at home and at school to help build your child’s self-confidence and lay a foundation for lifelong success.

Bring Your Life Into Balance

Children with ADD/ADHD or learning disabilities are especially vulnerable to stress and emotional overload, making it more difficult for them to function. Parents who know how to manage overwhelming stress and emotions on a daily basis are better able to help themselves and their children cope with the challenges they face. Helpguide's free Bring Your Life Into Balance toolkit teaches these needed skills.

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