ADHD
Building Self-Awareness with Metacognition
Metacognition may be an esoteric word, but it’s a foundational skill that all children need to be independent. It means to think about, to reference, to reflect upon, and to be aware of your own cognitive processes. This includes how a child thinks about their own behavior, emotions, and social interactions, as well as their…
Read MoreLaziness, Procrastination, and Low Motivation
These are among the most common concerns from parents beginning in late elementary school and increasing into the teen years. While it may seem that there are simple solutions, these are actually complex problems. It’s not a matter of will power. There are a number of factors that contribute to laziness, procrastination, and low motivation. …
Read MoreWhat is a Neurodevelopmental Disorder?
You might be wondering what this means…. Neurodevelopmental disorders encompass a group of disabilities that involve delays, deficiencies or problems that begin during childhood or adolescence (and can persist into adulthood). A range of skills or behaviors can be affected: Based on what science has learned from typically developing healthy children, we know the developmental…
Read MoreGenetics and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
The link between genetic disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders is complex, and in some children, there is also a medical condition. With the integration of medicine, neuroscience, and psychology, the field of genetics has the potential to improve the timing and accuracy of diagnosis and the effectiveness of treatment. Learn more about The Human Genome Project…
Read MoreEpilepsy and Neuropsychological Outcomes in Children
Seizures versus Epilepsy in Children A seizure is caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain, and this can lead to changes in attention, cognition, behavior, sensory, and motor functioning. A child may or may not lose consciousness during a seizure. A seizure can be triggered by many causes (e.g., injury to the brain, genetic…
Read MoreHow to choose mental health treatment for my child
Before you Spend Time and Money on Intervention or Treatment, READ THIS! We have so much information at our fingertips and can find a “solution” to almost anything with a google search. It’s necessary to be resourceful and to seek knowledge as a parent. However, it’s challenging to critically evaluate the evidence behind what you’re…
Read MoreAttention Problems: Is it ADHD or something else?
The majority of children referred for an evaluation have some form of attention problems. This might include difficulty with any of the following: Some also have trouble with behavior regulation, such as with the following: At first glance, any combination of these symptoms can suggest the possibility of an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD,…
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