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Summer programs for ADHD teens?

Anyone aware of summer therapeutic programs that focus on executive functioning skills? I've seen a few that look great but they are just for boys. I have a 16...

Anyone aware of summer therapeutic programs that focus on executive functioning ...

adhdazedandconfused

•3 years ago

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OT experiences

Hi everyone! My daughter was recently diagnosed ADHD and has sensory processing issues as well. We are starting OT and I was wondering if anyone had any...

Hi everyone! My daughter was recently diagnosed ADHD and has sensory processing ...

Indymama94

•3 years ago

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When can you detect the traits?

hi, I am a parent with ADD and I have a 2 years old son. What are the traits that can be telltale signs of potential ADD? or is it too early to detect at this...

hi, I am a parent with ADD and I have a 2 years old son. What are the traits th...

JimDaydreamer

•3 years ago

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How to teach 9 Year old to with ADHA to ride a bike

Teaching a 9 year old with adhd how to ride a bike Hi all, my son is so desperate to ride but his concentration and balance are making it really hard- any...

Teaching a 9 year old with adhd how to ride a bike Hi all, my son is so despera...

Rawh

•3 years ago

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Atavan?

Does anyone have experience with Ativan as a calming medication? Our son has such anxiety anytime he have any medical procedures, especially with needles. We...

Does anyone have experience with Ativan as a calming medication? Our son has su...

Onthemove1971

•3 years ago

11 Replies

Hello!

Hello, I’m new to the community!!!! I have a 10y boy that has ADHD. I have a 15 year old boy who appears to not struggle with ADHD. I’m soooooooooo (I need...

Hello, I’m new to the community!!!! I have a 10y boy that has ADHD. I have a 15...

Nyce

•3 years ago

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Clonidine patch

Has anyone tried Clonidine patch. My son started one month ago but he reacted to the transdermal patch with redness and itching only to the patch area. His...

Has anyone tried Clonidine patch. My son started one month ago but he reacted to...

Sy5636

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Experience with Abilify?

My son's meds have been changed again. Sigh. You all know how exasperating it is trying different meds over a long period of time, to have little to no...

My son's meds have been changed again. Sigh. You all know how exasperating it is...

PhoenixRising36

•3 years ago

7 Replies

New Diagnosis for 5 Yr Old....Where Do I Start?

Hello! I am new here. I am a mom of three and my oldest child, Cameron is 5 years old. He was just diagnosed with ADHD (which did not come as a shock to us...

Hello! I am new here. I am a mom of three and my oldest child, Cameron is 5 year...

JessicaCol

•3 years ago

9 Replies

MEDS - WILL NOT TAKE!

My 15 year old refuses to take meds - any tips? Thanks.

pvakkas

•3 years ago

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Do meds help emotional regulation?

My 8 year old struggles with emotional regulation. He gets really upset when things don’t go how he expected them, or he feels like he’s not getting a fair...

My 8 year old struggles with emotional regulation. He gets really upset when thi...

AlltheLegos

•3 years ago

21 Replies

15 yr old ADHD Anger

Hi All! Looking for support and guidance from other parents. I have a 15yr old son with ADHD who is on Aderall. His anger is getting so out of hand I just...

Hi All! Looking for support and guidance from other parents. I have a 15yr old ...

Hi-its-me2

•3 years ago

9 Replies

Recently starting medication

I just recently started my child on Concerta and have been having mixed feelings about putting him on medication to begin with when he was diagnosed with ADHD...

I just recently started my child on Concerta and have been having mixed feelings...

sourdoughrunner

•3 years ago

6 Replies

Anyone have any tips on how to help an ADHD preschooler?

I'm desperate and we're trying to get into some sort of therapy as a family so we can all learn how to help each other and especially my daughter (3) who is...

I'm desperate and we're trying to get into some sort of therapy as a family so w...

Indymama94

•3 years ago

4 Replies

When did you know your child was ADHD?

My daughter is 3 and has all the clear signs of ADHD. When in groups with her peers it's even more obvious that something is going on. Her aunt, uncle, and...

My daughter is 3 and has all the clear signs of ADHD. When in groups with her pe...

Indymama94

•3 years ago

9 Replies

Social skills group for teens with ADHD

We need your help. Does anyone know of a social skills group for teens with ADHD?

We need your help. Does anyone know of a social skills group for teens with ADH...

Greengrapessing

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Hello and Help?

We have a 13 year old son that was diagnosed with ADHD a few years ago. He is not doing as well as we would him to. He is argumentative and shows very little...

We have a 13 year old son that was diagnosed with ADHD a few years ago. He is n...

Greengrapessing

•3 years ago

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Meds/Lack of appetite

Does anyone have any tips on how to get more calories into a super picky eater on stimulant?My almost 6 y.o son is doing pretty great on his stimulant med. We...

Does anyone have any tips on how to get more calories into a super picky eater o...

SurvivorFan

•3 years ago

12 Replies

I need to vent - any advise is welcome

My twin 10 y/o daughters were diagnosed with ADHD back when they were 5, we tried meds...they were TERRIBLE went through 3 different medications...all of them...

My twin 10 y/o daughters were diagnosed with ADHD back when they were 5, we trie...

Brandonmorris

•3 years ago

12 Replies

Embarrassed by boys’ behavior at playground

I have 2 boys, 7 & 5 & the older son was recently diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, & ODD. Their behavior at school is pretty good but I am trying the 7 yr old on...

I have 2 boys, 7 & 5 & the older son was recently diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, ...

StellarMom

•3 years ago

18 Replies

Issues with how sitting at dinner table

My 6 year old with ADHD often sits at the dinner table with her knees up in front of her on the chair. It drives my husband nuts and he often scolds her for it...

My 6 year old with ADHD often sits at the dinner table with her knees up in fron...

LOATer

•3 years ago

11 Replies

Newbie Here

Hello! I'm new here. My 8yr old son was recently diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety and depression. My head is spinning as I consider treatment options. I was...

Hello! I'm new here. My 8yr old son was recently diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety ...

Jenn0835

•3 years ago

5 Replies

New to the community!

Hello, I am so happy to have found all of you! My 7-year old son has ADHD. I also have a 22-year old with Borderline Intellectual Functioning and Autism. So...

Hello, I am so happy to have found all of you! My 7-year old son has ADHD. I a...

Aimee1422

•3 years ago

7 Replies

ADHD Weekly -- Is it ADHD or Autism?

Many families are wondering if the behaviors they observe in their children, especially if they have been learning from home, are related to either ADHD or...

Many families are wondering if the behaviors they observe in their children, esp...

KarenADHDWeekly

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ADHD Weekly-- A Fishy Idea: Omega-3 Supplements as a Replacement for Medication

Q: Is supplementing with fish oil a good alternative to medication management for ADHD? A: Many people have been hopeful about fish oil and ADHD symptoms,...

Q: Is supplementing with fish oil a good alternative to medication management f...

KarenADHDWeekly

Partner•3 years ago

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New here-First Post

My 12 year old is about to switch from prozac to lexapro and I'm worried it wont help or it will potentially make things worse. He's also taking strattera....

My 12 year old is about to switch from prozac to lexapro and I'm worried it wont...

Daffodilmom

•3 years ago

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Where do we go from here with our 16 year old?

Hi everyone, My 16-year-old son has not done well in the pandemic. Though a year ago he managed A/B Honor Roll in school, he's since been unmedicated and the...

Hi everyone, My 16-year-old son has not done well in the pandemic. Though a yea...

AberdeenArms

•3 years ago

14 Replies

Psychiatrist recommendation

Does anyone have a child/adolescent psychiatrist to recommend anywhere in the Los Angeles area, for treating ADHD and co-existing issues (dysgraphia, etc.)?...

Does anyone have a child/adolescent psychiatrist to recommend anywhere in the Lo...

Pinegirl141

•3 years ago

1 Reply

ADHD/sleep apnea

My soon to be 6year old son has ADHD. He recently had a sleep study done due to excessive teeth grinding. The study came back for him having several apnea...

My soon to be 6year old son has ADHD. He recently had a sleep study done due to...

SurvivorFan

•3 years ago

22 Replies

Does ADHD kids shout inappropriately for attention!!

my son is 9yrs with ADHD. Some times he dose odd behaviour like shouting and blabbering, i understand that he is trying to get my attention or he is trying to...

my son is 9yrs with ADHD. Some times he dose odd behaviour like shouting and bla...

harini_b2001

•3 years ago

12 Replies

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Posts - CHADD's ADHD Parents Together | HealthUnlocked

CHADD's ADHD Parents Together

All posts for March 2021

Summer programs for ADHD teens?

OT experiences

When can you detect the traits?

How to teach 9 Year old to with ADHA to ride a bike

Atavan?

Hello!

Clonidine patch

Experience with Abilify?

New Diagnosis for 5 Yr Old....Where Do I Start?

MEDS - WILL NOT TAKE!

Do meds help emotional regulation?

15 yr old ADHD Anger

Recently starting medication

Anyone have any tips on how to help an ADHD preschooler?

When did you know your child was ADHD?

Social skills group for teens with ADHD

Hello and Help?

Meds/Lack of appetite

I need to vent - any advise is welcome

Embarrassed by boys’ behavior at playground

Issues with how sitting at dinner table

Newbie Here

New to the community!

ADHD Weekly -- Is it ADHD or Autism?

ADHD Weekly-- A Fishy Idea: Omega-3 Supplements as a Replacement for Medication

New here-First Post

Where do we go from here with our 16 year old?

Psychiatrist recommendation

ADHD/sleep apnea

Does ADHD kids shout inappropriately for attention!!

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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