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Natural Remedies for ADHD in Children
With a growing number of children now being diagnosed with ADHD, many parents have started to investigate natural remedies to help relieve the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder before trying prescription medications. There is […]
Coping with a Family Member Who Has ADHD Part 2
In the first part of this article, we looked at 5 ways to cope with a family member who has ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In this part of the article, here are 5 more […]
Coping with a Family Member Who Has ADHD Part 1
If you have a child or immediate family member with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you will soon start to understand how difficult the disorder is on everyone involved. However, as a family member and perhaps […]
ADD Versus ADHD-What is the Difference?
There is some confusion over the definition of the medical terms ADD and ADHD due to the changing definitions of these two health conditions over the past 40 or so years since they have been […]
How Dangerous is Your Family’s Food?
‘Tis the season for fun summer foods, but do you REALLY need all that food coloring in your cakes, frosting, candy and other treats? Red, white and blue for the 4th of July, summer ice […]
What to Do if You Suspect Your Child Has ADHD
More than 7% of children worldwide are now being diagnosed with ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and around 11% in the USA-and that number is growing. Countless adults undoubtedly have it as well, but have […]
The Dangers of Artificial Coloring in Food
As we approach any fun family holiday, we seem to be surrounded by color and delicious foods to eat. The trouble is, not all of the color that surrounds us and goes into making food […]
What to Do Once Your Child Has Been Diagnosed with ADHD
Children being diagnosed with ADHD is becoming more and more common. In fact, the number of children being diagnosed is up over 40% in the last decade. It can be hard being the parent of […]
6 Ways to Keeping Your Child Focused Despite Their ADHD
Having a child with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) can challenge even the most patient of parents and adults. These simple yet effective strategies, when applied consistently, can help your child succeed at home and/or […]
How to Help Children with ADHD Succeed in School
It’s only natural for parents of children with ADHD to be concerned about how they will perform in school. The symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can create behavioral problems that often interfere with a […]
Is There a Link Between ADHD and Pesticides?
In May 2010, a noteworthy study was released which implied that there may be a connection between pesticides and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For the study, approximately one thousand children were tested for organophosphates. […]