In my last post I talked about the perception of ADHDers as naturally good in a crisis. Some people in the community seem to believe this COVID-19 pandemic will be our moment of glory. This belief is misguided — or at least short-sighted. Some of us can and will contribute in ways that draw upon […]
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Camp Covid-19 begins: how our ADHD family is co-existing
I had another post planned for today, maybe even a better one. Yet it feels off-kilter to soldier on with my publication calendar unchanged, as though our lives haven’t been completely upended. A lot of people like me have posted helpful listicles and sample daily schedules, activity resources and links to streaming tours of museums […]
Parenting ADHD with ADHD: how I handled a recent call from the principal
I bet most parents of young ADHDers have gotten at least one concerned note or call home from school. For some kids, it’s just that they keep forgetting necessary supplies or daydreaming or playing with a toy under their desk. Other parents get the call saying your child attacked another student and the parent or […]