Toddler Tip of the Day

Until the last few years, many school systems were reluctant to evaluate a child with ADHD. But recent laws have made clear the school’s obligation to the child suspected of having ADHD that is affecting adversely his or her performance in school.
From: National Institute of Mental Health

For kids with ADHD, you are your child’s best advocate. To be a good advocate for your child, learn as much as you can about ADHD and how it affects your child at home, in school, and in social situations.
From: National Institute of Mental Health

When teaching ADHD/ADD Children, allow them to respond orally unless the exersise is a writing exersise.
From: The Westfield Academy

Symptoms of ADHD appear over the course of many months, often with the symptoms of impulsiveness and hyperactivity preceding those of inattention.
From: National Institute of Mental Health

For kids with ADHD, structure your child’s after-school time to facilitate completion of homework assignments (use large, posted daily schedules; allow for frequent breaks).
From: HelpGuide.org

Children with ADHD show signs of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity in specific ways. Your pediatrician will look at how your child’s behavior compares to that of other children his own age.
From: American Academy of Pediatrics

It is difficult to diagnose ADHD in children 5 years of age and younger. This is because many preschool children have some ADHD symptoms in various situations.
From: American Academy of Pediatrics

ADHD is a medical condition, linked to a chemical imbalance in the brain. It is officially recognized by leading medical experts and institutions, including the U.S. Surgeon General, the American Psychiatric Association, and others.
From: ADHD.com