Category Archives - ADHD

Last Updated August 30, 2024

Five Essential Tips for Explaining ADHD to Your Child

September 3, 2024 - No Comments

Olivia’s parents recently took her to a doctor of neuropsychology, who diagnosed her with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Olivia has been

Parenting Resources for Executive Function Support: Addressing ADHD and Beyond

August 23, 2024 - No Comments

Executive functions are essential mental skills managed by the prefrontal cortex, a key area of the brain. These skills are

Trusted Techniques for Children Struggling with Order and Focus

May 28, 2024 - No Comments

The recent shift in daily life has presented unique challenges and opportunities for parents and their children, particularly those with

Navigating the Teen Years with ADHD: Essential Reads and Resources

May 10, 2024 - No Comments

If you’re the parent of a teen who was recently diagnosed with ADHD, finding the right way to discuss it

From Screen Time to Family Time: Why Gaming with Your Kids is a Good Move

April 26, 2024 - No Comments

Learning about your child’s relationship to screen time can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing screen time and

A Student’s Guide to Slow Processing Speed: Insightful Videos for Teens and Young Adults

April 19, 2024 - No Comments

Numerous adolescents and university students find themselves grappling with the challenge of maintaining the rhythm required for efficient note-taking and

How Video Games Can Help Children With ADHD Get A Job

November 24, 2023 - No Comments

Many of the parents who come to our office at South County Child Family Consultants for a neuropsychological

Five Tips to Teach Children How to Keep Track of Time

April 5, 2023 - No Comments

It is not uncommon for children to lose track of time, especially in a world with so many distractions.

5 Tips For Improving Efficiency Through Better Time Management

March 8, 2023 - No Comments

“Work smarter, not harder.” 
We have all probably heard this phrase before, and while it may seem cliche, there

How To Teach Your Kids Not To Quit- 6 Tips To Encourage Persistence

February 8, 2023 - No Comments

Does your child lose energy quickly when starting homework or chores? Do they give up too quickly or struggle

Four Ways To Help A Child Who Doesn’t Learn From Mistakes

February 1, 2023 - No Comments

Sometimes children have a hard time admitting that they have made a mistake, or they simply do not know how

Why Typing May Be the Most Important Skill Your Child Can Learn for School Success and for Improving Writing Skills

September 20, 2022 - No Comments

Difficulties with writing is often a core symptom of kids who do not like school.  One of the most disheartening