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“Is My Child’s IEP in Danger?”

Significant cuts and changes within the U.S. Department of Education are causing worry among parents of children with ADHD and other learning differences who qualify for school services and accommodations. Here’s what you need to know about IEP law and 504 Plan protections.

February 15, 2025/by Silent Mind

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“Energy Drinks Were a Huge Contributor to the Nightmare Side of ADHD”

How much caffeine is too much for a teenager with ADHD? Science offers no definitive answer, and individual experience differs. Here, ADDitude parents share horror and success stories, plus strategies that range from elimination to moderation of caffeine for their teens with ADHD.

February 15, 2025/by Silent Mind

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6 Tips For a Mentally Healthy Valentine’s Day

Darlene Lancer, MFT gives 6 tips for making sure your Valentine’s Day is enjoyable, and good for your mental health.

February 11, 2025/0 Comments/by Silent Mind

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Object Permanence & Chronic Pain Conditions: Introspection on the Autism Spectrum

Autism self-advocate Marcelle Ciampi, M.Ed. (aka Samantha Craft) reflects on her challenges with object permanence and chronic pain.

February 10, 2025/0 Comments/by Silent Mind

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Growing Up In a Cycle of Obsessions

Misconceptions about obsessive-compulsive disorder in kids can lead to untreated cases. Learn to spot the signs of OCD and ADHD, and to get help.

February 5, 2025/by Silent Mind

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Q: “My Son’s Only Social Interactions Are On Screens!”

“Social anxiety is common among teen boys with ADHD. Easing their discomfort around social situations will help them move away from screens and build offline friendships.”

February 5, 2025/by Silent Mind

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“ADHD Is an Actual Condition. You Can’t Beat It Out of a Child.”

Senator Tommy Tuberville’s recent comment about treating ADHD with “the belt” is drawing ire from those living with the condition. Research has found spanking and other forms of corporal punishment to be ineffective and harmful to kids’ mental health.

February 5, 2025/by Silent Mind

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How to Build Resilience by Learning to Hope

How do you cultivate the mindset needed to manifest the future you desire? You slowly, steadily learn how to develop hope by clarifying goals and defining pathways. Start here.

February 5, 2025/by Silent Mind

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“I ‘Eat the Frog’ on My To-Do List”

ADDitude readers share the rewards and mindsets that motivate them to complete tasks — and how they work through feelings of shame when productivity falters.

February 5, 2025/by Silent Mind

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Getting Started with Independent Work Tasks

I have a strong preference for independent work tasks in the classroom. I thoroughly enjoy the process of creating them, utilizing them, instructing students on how to use them, and witnessing the transition from dependence to independence. Numerous educators are interested in incorporating a work task system into their classroom but lack guidance on how […]

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February 5, 2025/by Silent Mind