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Any other unschoolers out there?

so much of the information and support for unschoolers seems geared for neurotypical kids/parents or those with only very mild adhd; I would really love to...

so much of the information and support for unschoolers seems geared for neurotyp...

anothermother

•3 years ago

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Retained Primitive Reflexes

We just got back from the optometrist for my son's (8) first check up. The Dr. said he noticed some retained primitive reflexes and said that vision therapy...

We just got back from the optometrist for my son's (8) first check up. The Dr. ...

AlltheLegos

•3 years ago

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Given your child Tea?

Hi, I am googling different things to learn about ADHD for my 8 year old daughter and google told me this: "The caffeine in tea can reduce one's fatigue,...

Hi, I am googling different things to learn about ADHD for my 8 year old daughte...

Ayla_Rose

•3 years ago

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Do you tell your child?

Hi, Its me again. New to the group. My 8 year old daughter was recently diagnosed with combined ADHD and I am curious.... did you tell your child right away...

Hi, Its me again. New to the group. My 8 year old daughter was recently diagn...

Ayla_Rose

•3 years ago

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HELP! New to all this.

Hi everyone, Super new to all this. I apologize if this is a repeat post. Trying to do my research to learn quickly but would like to talk to real people. To...

Hi everyone, Super new to all this. I apologize if this is a repeat post. Trying...

Ayla_Rose

•3 years ago

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Sibling aggression?

Hi everyone. I want to thank everyone who has given such great advice. This has been a problem for years now, but my son (6) has a lot of physical aggression...

Hi everyone. I want to thank everyone who has given such great advice. This has...

greenteamilk

•3 years ago

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Unsupportive hubby, Help?

Hi, I’m 37 years old, married since 2008, and we have a 7 year old daughter. I recently noticed some attention and impulsivity issues with my daughter, and...

Hi, I’m 37 years old, married since 2008, and we have a 7 year old daughter. I r...

Adhd_NDT3

•3 years ago

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Young son always forgets to tell us where he's at!

My 8 year old son has a real problem with remembering to tell us where he's at when he's out playing with friends. If he switches homes, or if the friend he...

My 8 year old son has a real problem with remembering to tell us where he's at w...

AlltheLegos

•3 years ago

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Strattera/Qelbree and Guanfacine

My 8 year old is doing very well with Guanfacine (2 mg) but he still has motor and vocal tics, especially in the evenings and right when he wakes up in the...

My 8 year old is doing very well with Guanfacine (2 mg) but he still has motor a...

PickPink

•3 years ago

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Single mom of 4

My oldest has been diagnosed with ADHD and ODD I am taking him back in about 2 weeks as he just turned 5 and his symptoms have changed very drastically ik he...

My oldest has been diagnosed with ADHD and ODD I am taking him back in about 2 w...

Anxiousmommy

•3 years ago

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Different Diagnosis Today--ADHD or Anxiety?

After getting a diagnosis of ADHD from our pediatrician and pychiatrist---the pediatric behaivoral specialist told us today, that he does NOT believe my son...

After getting a diagnosis of ADHD from our pediatrician and pychiatrist---the pe...

SPartyof5

•3 years ago

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Adhd med with low side effects wanted

My 11 year old has ADHD and ASD. He was on Vyvanse for 5 years and ended at 40mg a day. We took him off because although his focus was good, the side effect of...

My 11 year old has ADHD and ASD. He was on Vyvanse for 5 years and ended at 40mg...

1ladylord

•3 years ago

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Tough

I can totally relate to the eating challenges. We try to have our 8 yr old son eat breakfast before he takes his medicine. Behavior can be tough in the morning...

I can totally relate to the eating challenges. We try to have our 8 yr old son e...

4travelers

•3 years ago

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Family with ADHD son in need of help

Good Day. I am hoping that I can find advice on these forums as I am at my wit's end. My son was diagnosed with ADHD at about age 5. At first I did not want...

Good Day. I am hoping that I can find advice on these forums as I am at my wit'...

DoBetter

•3 years ago

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ADHD Weekly -- Masks May Still Be Required When Schools Open

Students returning to in-person instruction may still need to wear face coverings. Is your child with ADHD ready for the new school year? Read more on the...

Students returning to in-person instruction may still need to wear face covering...

KarenADHDWeekly

Partner•3 years ago

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Guanfacine and aggression

Hi! New to the board. My son (6) has a very recent diagnosis of ADHD and his doctor prescribed him half a small tablet of guanfacine at night. After a month,...

Hi! New to the board. My son (6) has a very recent diagnosis of ADHD and his doc...

greenteamilk

•3 years ago

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IEP advice

Hello, first post here. Does anyone have experience in successfully getting an IEP for their child? We have been going through hoops since January to get help...

Hello, first post here. Does anyone have experience in successfully getting an I...

greenteamilk

•3 years ago

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Understanding experiences of the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) in the UK.

Hello, My name is Olivia and I am a post-graduate Education and Neuroscience student at the University of Bristol. I am conducting research on parents...

Hello, My name is Olivia and I am a post-graduate Education and Neuroscience stu...

Psych345

•3 years ago

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Mentoring for individuals with autism and ADHD.

Hello Everyone, My name is Brandon Adjoumani from Chicago Illinois, and I have ADHD and autism. Before I was diagnosed at the age of 18, and got the help I...

Hello Everyone, My name is Brandon Adjoumani from Chicago Illinois, and I have A...

MentorwithADHD

•3 years ago

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School refusal

My 7-year-old will be attending 2nd grade this year. She's in an extended summer program right now, but we're having the same problem there that we had last...

My 7-year-old will be attending 2nd grade this year. She's in an extended summer...

mrl12

•3 years ago

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Adopted daughter

I have an adopted daughter 35 years old and with three grand children. I have been supporting her for the past 15 years. She found her biological mother and...

I have an adopted daughter 35 years old and with three grand children. I have be...

Cocher

•3 years ago

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10 y.o. with ADHD - always blames others for conflict, never sees his own part and says he can't change

Hi all Not sure if this is something others have encountered, seeking some ideas because we are really struggling. Our 10 y.o. has ADHD (inattentive) and...

Hi all Not sure if this is something others have encountered, seeking some ideas...

aelix

•3 years ago

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Symptoms of anxiety and depression

For those families who have kids with ADHD along with Anxiety and/or Depression. What symptoms did they show that they have it?

For those families who have kids with ADHD along with Anxiety and/or Depression....

Sy5636

•3 years ago

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Adhd teen on her way to college

Hi. I am new to the group but welcome feedback from other parents. My 17 yo daughter, fairly recently diagnosed with innatentavie adhd, is on her way to...

Hi. I am new to the group but welcome feedback from other parents. My 17 yo daug...

Hidden

•3 years ago

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Therapy for ADHD child

Can anyone give me insight into where to look for therapy for child with ADHD (and dyslexia). I am willing to travel anywhere in the US if need be. I am...

Can anyone give me insight into where to look for therapy for child with ADHD (a...

benz8098

•3 years ago

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When extended family avoids us, it hurts

We have several children diagnosed with ADHD, one autism as well. It's been a very hard road for my husband and I. We do our best to have joy and enjoy our...

We have several children diagnosed with ADHD, one autism as well. It's been a ve...

Momof4blessings

•3 years ago

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ADHD and Anxiety in Teen Girls

My 15 year old daughter is being treated for severe depression and anxiety. When school is in session, she struggles finding the motivation to complete her...

My 15 year old daughter is being treated for severe depression and anxiety. When...

katcald

•3 years ago

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Strong Willed Children

So I am looking for suggestions. My 8 year old is diagnosed with ADHD. I can handle the hyperactivity and the inability to focus. What I struggle with is the...

So I am looking for suggestions. My 8 year old is diagnosed with ADHD. I can h...

Michellelynn

•3 years ago

35 Replies

Finding Focus Virtual Community

Please join us for our next Finding Focus, a virtual support community- Thursday, July 15 at 12pm EDT on Zoom. This week we will welcome Sara Lerner, a...

Please join us for our next Finding Focus, a virtual support community- Thursday...

nnej3

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Landmark College

Has anyone ever heard of this college? Have you sent your son or daughter to this school or to one of their programs? Are there other post secondary programs...

Has anyone ever heard of this college? Have you sent your son or daughter to thi...

motherofkandb

•3 years ago

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All posts for July 2021

Any other unschoolers out there?

Retained Primitive Reflexes

Given your child Tea?

Do you tell your child?

HELP! New to all this.

Sibling aggression?

Unsupportive hubby, Help?

Young son always forgets to tell us where he's at!

Strattera/Qelbree and Guanfacine

Single mom of 4

Different Diagnosis Today--ADHD or Anxiety?

Adhd med with low side effects wanted

Tough

Family with ADHD son in need of help

ADHD Weekly -- Masks May Still Be Required When Schools Open

Guanfacine and aggression

IEP advice

Understanding experiences of the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) in the UK.

Mentoring for individuals with autism and ADHD.

School refusal

Adopted daughter

10 y.o. with ADHD - always blames others for conflict, never sees his own part and says he can't change

Symptoms of anxiety and depression

Adhd teen on her way to college

Therapy for ADHD child

When extended family avoids us, it hurts

ADHD and Anxiety in Teen Girls

Strong Willed Children

Finding Focus Virtual Community

Landmark College

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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