Friendships & Activities
Is there anything more painful than watching your child struggle to make friends? Many children with ADHD face bullying and loneliness — in part because of weak social skills. Here, find great activities for any child and learn how to teach cooperation, sharing, and empathy.
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Friendships & Activities
How ADHD Impacts Your Child’s Communication Skills – and 11 Ways to Help
ADHD directly affects virtually all aspects of communication. Here, learn more about the link, and...
School Behavior
Q: “My Child Is Ostracized Because of His ADHD. Can We Repair His Reputation?”
Is your child feeling left out and ostracized at school because of their ADHD-related behaviors?...
Making Friends
The Power of Role-Play for Building Social Skills
Does your child lash out or misunderstand simple jokes? Children with ADHD may struggle with social...
Making Friends
Is Your Child a Target for Bullies?
Worried your child might be the target of bullies? Children with ADHD don't always know how to handle...
Making Friends
“Mom, I Made a New Friend!”
Making eye contact. Not interrupting. Taking turns. Social skills do not come naturally to all kids...
Ask the Experts
My Son Prefers Video Games To Friends
"I'm concerned that Minecraft is isolating my son from his friends and family. When he plays, he...
Sports & Activities
“I Don’t Have Any Friends”
You've signed your kid up for organized activities - but it takes more than that to help her make...
Guest Blogs
“I Am That Kid Who No one Wants To Play With.”
I was more or less oblivious to my ADHD. Then third grade hit and, with it, a new school in a new...
Dear Teen Parenting Coach
Q: My Teen Has Only Online Friends — Will Screen Time Limits Help?
Avoiding face-to-face interaction with others can be a symptom of social anxiety disorder, which...
Making Friends
Why Kids with ADHD Struggle To Make Friends
A new study shows that kids with ADHD struggle with social situations and making friends – whether...
Summer
A Successful Summer
Worried about managing your child's ADHD over the summer? Learn why power struggles and vacations...
Free Downloads
Free Guide to Activities and Sports for Kids with ADHD
Finding the right sport or after-school activity for your child with ADHD or LD can make all the...
Friendships & Activities
Is Your Child Ready for an Overnight Stay?
Is your child begging for a sleepover? Here's how to know when she's ready for an overnight stay with...
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Making Connections
Learn why connections with art, animals, nature, and community groups can help your child with ADHD...
Friends at School
“In the End My Bully Respected Me – ADHD and All.”
When one boy's bully wouldn't back down, he took matters into his own hands – and got him to...