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I'm new here, and I think my 11 year old (soon-to-be) stepson has ADHD

I've been with his father for 2 years, but I suspected that he might have ADHD while we were still dating. I remember being taken aback at how easily...

I've been with his father for 2 years, but I suspected that he might have ADHD w...

Ashley_J

•4 years ago

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Ayuda

Donde puedo encontrar ayuda para padres de nino con tdha e hiperactividad

Sophianicol

•4 years ago

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High school?

Our son just started his Freshman year on high school and I am not sure if it becuase of COVID, but it a lot of work ( 3 quizzes in 1 class 2x a week, other...

Our son just started his Freshman year on high school and I am not sure if it be...

Onthemove1971

•4 years ago

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Spouse who does not parent consistently what to do??!!

So my spouse - who tends to be a helicopter parent - is also not consistent on anything! Not with teaching my SS who has ADHD (his father is deff undiagnosed)...

So my spouse - who tends to be a helicopter parent - is also not consistent on a...

LisaAnn13

•4 years ago

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IEP meeting or “COVID implementation plan meeting”

Hi , My kindergartener’s face-to-face school in Ohio called an IEP meeting quickly for this Monday. Subject is COVID I guess. Purpose is to, “Develop,...

Hi , My kindergartener’s face-to-face school in Ohio called an IEP meeting quic...

UncleMuscles

•4 years ago

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Assessments

Hi, we have been referred to a neuro psychologist for some working memory and executive function tests, can anyone offer any insight as to what might be...

Hi, we have been referred to a neuro psychologist for some working memory and ex...

lanicoop

•4 years ago

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18 Year-old with ADHD

I guess I just want advice about my 18 year old with ADHD. He’s getting out of control. He’s signed up for college but hasn’t done any of his work. We got him...

I guess I just want advice about my 18 year old with ADHD. He’s getting out of c...

EliRivera

•4 years ago

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Son is bored

My 8 year old son has ADHD & ODD. He constantly says that he is bored, that he wants something fun to do. His siblings are a little bit older so they don't...

My 8 year old son has ADHD & ODD. He constantly says that he is bored, that he w...

Vickielee

•4 years ago

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School issues

Does anyone here have a teenager with ADHD that will not take their medication and is doing poorly in school? I can't seem to get my son to do homework/take...

Does anyone here have a teenager with ADHD that will not take their medication a...

lovesmygsdog1

•4 years ago

1 Reply

Focalin?

Hello! My son Gabriel is 5 turning 6 in December. He has ADHD and ODD. We’re having a really hard time starting and getting into the school building. Constant...

Hello! My son Gabriel is 5 turning 6 in December. He has ADHD and ODD. We’re hav...

ODDmommy

•4 years ago

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Teenager electronic addiction.

My 14 year old son can't seem to see the messy state of his room. I have a list on the fridge of chores he needs to do daily. He prefers electronics over...

My 14 year old son can't seem to see the messy state of his room. I have a list ...

Mommy716

•4 years ago

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On Task Naturally Vitamins

Hi! My 9 year started up 4th grade at a new school. I’ve heard from multiple teachers that he doesn’t seem to stay focused, a little unorganized, forgetful,...

Hi! My 9 year started up 4th grade at a new school. I’ve heard from multiple tea...

Jchirc1

•4 years ago

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Quick Poll -- When it comes to ADHD information provide by CHADD’s NRC, what is most important to you?

If you have a moment, CHADD's NRC wants to know what information is important to you. Help us better serve the ADHD community by take a quick poll. If you have...

If you have a moment, CHADD's NRC wants to know what information is important to...

KarenADHDWeekly

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Flippant and not learning from behavior consequences...

Hi all! So my 11yo stepdaughter just doesn't seem to be grasping how her behaviors and choices are the reason we are so often frustrated with her. My hubs...

Hi all! So my 11yo stepdaughter just doesn't seem to be grasping how her behavio...

MidnightButterfly

•4 years ago

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My 3 year old has a terrible time sleeping!

My 3 year old has all the symptoms of ADD and probably some anxiety as well. These last few months, he will not stay in bed at night and freaks out if we close...

My 3 year old has all the symptoms of ADD and probably some anxiety as well. The...

singerpurple

•4 years ago

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Remote learning structure helpful link

https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/23/health/online-school-children-adhd-coronavirus-wellness/index.html

https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/23/health/online-school-children-adhd-coronavirus-we...

annett26

•4 years ago

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Teenage ADHD

Does anyone have experience with a child who wasn't diagnosed with ADHD until they were a teenager? My son is 16, and long story short, his counsellor is...

Does anyone have experience with a child who wasn't diagnosed with ADHD until th...

gbmomofboys

•4 years ago

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ADHD Weekly -- Screen Time May Not Be Harming Social Skills

The use of digital devices by children has increased during the current health crisis. Their social skills, though, may not be as badly affected as many...

The use of digital devices by children has increased during the current health c...

KarenADHDWeekly

Partner•4 years ago

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Please help with Public vs. Private School Decision

My 6 year old was recently diagnosed with ADHD. School will be virtual minimum 6 weeks, and virtual did not go well for us in April/May since she has fidget...

My 6 year old was recently diagnosed with ADHD. School will be virtual minimum ...

LOATer

•4 years ago

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Adderall and depression med

Hi there- my teen is on Adderall 20mg XR for ADHD and has said for quite some time now that she thinks she depressed and we Are exploring the possibility of...

Hi there- my teen is on Adderall 20mg XR for ADHD and has said for quite some ti...

wendyks

•4 years ago

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Decision between in person or virtual?

My 5 y.o bother has an immune disorder and receives iv treatment weekly. His school wants him to attend school due to sensory and speech issues, which I...

My 5 y.o bother has an immune disorder and receives iv treatment weekly. His sch...

_khalil

•4 years ago

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Recommendation

Anyone around Orlando area that could recommend any behavior therapy and psychologist for kids? thanks

Anyone around Orlando area that could recommend any behavior therapy and psychol...

ferrarirj2

•4 years ago

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Neurofeedback & Brain Mapping

Hello everyone, My son 6 1/2 yo was diagnosed recently with ADHD. We are a little concern to start any medication right now. I would like to know if someone...

Hello everyone, My son 6 1/2 yo was diagnosed recently with ADHD. We are a littl...

ferrarirj2

•4 years ago

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Focalin and aggression

My 7 year old son started with 5 mg of Focalin (recently changed from 30mg of Quillichew). He seemed to not be focusing well on it so after a week we uped the...

My 7 year old son started with 5 mg of Focalin (recently changed from 30mg of Qu...

Gelz68

•4 years ago

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Stepmoms and moms to ADHD/ADD children and husbands

Hello, all. I am new here! My 8-year old stepson has ADHD and my husband was also diagnosed around the same time as my stepson with adult ADD. I would love to...

Hello, all. I am new here! My 8-year old stepson has ADHD and my husband was als...

BKW3

•4 years ago

1 Reply

Mom & 15 yo adhd son seeking friends

Anyone in plantation with a high school make teen with adhd. I’m professional. He’s very active. Looking for social time!

Anyone in plantation with a high school make teen with adhd. I’m professional. H...

GigiandLuke

•4 years ago

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Strattera tip

I just found out that Strattera can be taken to a compound pharmacy and turned into a liquid, for any parents who had to forego this medicine because their...

I just found out that Strattera can be taken to a compound pharmacy and turned i...

Hidden

•4 years ago

1 Reply

Happy Thursday!

Wishing you all a Haapy Thursday! And tomorrow if Friday😊💗🙏 Love and blessings to you all!

Wishing you all a Haapy Thursday! And tomorrow if Friday😊💗🙏 Love and blessin...

Mama808

•4 years ago

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Online vs in person - not sure what to do?

What are others feeling about online vs in person instruction? So i know this is a very personal question and each person's situation is very different, but...

What are others feeling about online vs in person instruction? So i know this is...

Lolmama

•4 years ago

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Clonidine effective or not for ADHD?

Anyone have any experience to share with clonidine for adhd and aggression? we just started 1/2 tablet of .01mg at bedtime and one in morning but doctor upped...

Anyone have any experience to share with clonidine for adhd and aggression? we ...

TruSoma8

•4 years ago

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Posts - CHADD's ADHD Parents Together | HealthUnlocked

CHADD's ADHD Parents Together

All posts for August 2020

I'm new here, and I think my 11 year old (soon-to-be) stepson has ADHD

Ayuda

High school?

Spouse who does not parent consistently what to do??!!

IEP meeting or “COVID implementation plan meeting”

Assessments

18 Year-old with ADHD

Son is bored

School issues

Focalin?

Teenager electronic addiction.

On Task Naturally Vitamins

Quick Poll -- When it comes to ADHD information provide by CHADD’s NRC, what is most important to you?

Flippant and not learning from behavior consequences...

My 3 year old has a terrible time sleeping!

Remote learning structure helpful link

Teenage ADHD

ADHD Weekly -- Screen Time May Not Be Harming Social Skills

Please help with Public vs. Private School Decision

Adderall and depression med

Decision between in person or virtual?

Recommendation

Neurofeedback & Brain Mapping

Focalin and aggression

Stepmoms and moms to ADHD/ADD children and husbands

Mom & 15 yo adhd son seeking friends

Strattera tip

Happy Thursday!

Online vs in person - not sure what to do?

Clonidine effective or not for ADHD?

Search posts

Pinned Posts

Latest poll

Where do you get trusted information on ADHD? Let us know in the comments why you prefer that source and your child's age.

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