This guide offers parents balanced, reassuring information to help them understand and manage ADHD. Topics covered include: evaluation and diagnosis, coexisting conditions, behavior therapy, ADHD and academics, the role of medication, complementary and alternative treatments, ADHD and the teenage years, the role of the medical home, and special education services and laws.
Parents will also find inspirational and relatable stories from other parents, helping them feel less alone.
ADHD: What Every Parent Needs to Know
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Through real stories, expertise, and practical tips, this podcast helps families promote their mental health and wellness, navigating important topics to meet you where you are in your journey.
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