ADHD (or ADD) is often misdiagnosed (see my articleNew Study: Nearly 1 Million Kids May Be Misdiagnosed with ADHD). It is instances like this that lead some people to believe that ADHD is not “real” and that kids with the diagnosis are just “bad.” As the parent of a child (she is now an adult) ...
Focalin is primarily used to treat kids and adolescents who have ADHD. My 7 year old son is one of those that uses Focalin to help curb his behavior and allow him to focus more during the day. Though the pill does indeed help him, it does not come without a cost due to some ...
Parents who have children with ADHD struggle with concerns over their child’s ability to concentrate and the behavior problems that are associated with ADHD. Choosing the right kinds of activities for these children will make such a huge difference and provide both the child and the parent a chance to enjoy themselves. Children with ADHD ...
Melatonin is a hormone found naturally in your body. The main job of melatonin is to allow a person to fall asleep. Children with ADHD often do not produce enough melatonin in their body. This can lead to a lot of sleepless nights for mom and dad. Don’t worry; there is a solution to this ...
