With school out for the summer, many parents are thinking about leaving their kid (or kids!) home alone for the first time. It’s a major milestone that often causes a bit of mental debate (or…
If you’re raising a child or teen with ADHD, the summer break from school can feel like a welcome relief. Without the stress of early mornings, homework struggles, and bedtime enforcements, the slower pace of…
Heading into summer after your child or teen finishes the school year can feel like a welcome relief— especially if they struggled with less-than-stellar grades. Without the hassles that often come with early mornings, homework…
ADHD is an umbrella term for a neurological and psychological disorder that impacts attention. The three presentations of ADHD include inattentive ADHD(more common in girls), impulsive/hyperactive ADHD (least common type), or combined type ADHD (most…
Looking for free resources to help you feel informed and supported as you navigate life as the parent of a special-needs child? We’ve gathered a list of some of the top organizations, published resources, and…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong condition that impairs a person’s ability to communicate, learn, and interact. The development disorder affects people in different ways, as well as in varying degrees, hence the term…
If you have a tween in middle school or a teen in high school, you may have been surprised that they didn’t just “breeze through” academics as easily as they did in elementary school. After…
Just because your teen is on track to graduate high school doesn’t mean they’re ready for college. To truly prepare them to leave the nest, they’ll need essential skills that go beyond notetaking, studying, and…
Sports injuries of any kind can have an impact on learning, motivation, and mental health. A broken arm can impact writing and typing, crutches can slow down access to classes, and time lost from school…
For many students, standardized tests can stir up feelings of inadequacy, worry, and shame, not to mention physical manifestations—such as headaches, stomachaches, and tightness in the chest—associated with anxiety. And while a thorough understanding of…