Does you ADHD child need a tutor?

This article helped me better understand what our tutoring options are for my daughter.

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Celiac disease on the rise in the U.S.

This isn't good news...  Lets hope they find out whats causing the trend and can provide some insight.

Nearly five times as many people have celiac disease today than did during the 1950s, according to one recent study. Another report found that the rate of celiac disease has doubled every 15 years since 1974 and is now believed to affect one in every 133 U.S. residents. 

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AD/HD and Co-Morbidity

Browse current research and a plethora of studies emerge indicating that many children and adults are being treated and medicated for symptoms of AD/HD, while other co-existing disorders appear to be undetected and untreated. The exact percentages in different studies may vary slightly, but they consistently point to the fact that AD/HD is very often associated with co-existing conditions.

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An Effective Solution for AD/HD

A neurobehavioral developmental disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is characterized by the co-existence of attention problems and hyperactivity. Each of these behaviors infrequently occur independent of one another, and symptoms often begin before seven years of age. The key behaviors of ADHD include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Is it AD/HD, or is something else going on in the brain that is causing symptoms that present as AD/HD? 

A neurobehavioral developmental disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is characterized by the co-existence of attention problems and hyperactivity. Each of these behaviors infrequently occur independent of one another, and symptoms often begin before seven years of age. The key behaviors of ADHD include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. 

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Back to School - It's Transition Time!

Getting ready for school is busy as we all know, but when your child has autism, there are some extra steps that parents and caregivers need to take in order to make sure that their student has a smooth transition back into school.  This article provides excellent resources and gives helpful advice for families with autistic children.

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ADD/ADHD in Children: Signs and Symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder in Our Kids

Article that discusses issues related to ADHD:  symptoms, parenting, schools, and medication.

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