Children will take advantage if they perceive that you're uncomfortable punishing them in front of others.
Teens will always try to outwit everyone and distract the adults from the main issue. Set consequences for bad behavior and stick to them.
It's sometimes advisable to get a second opinion from a doctor who is well versed in the complexities of medication for ADHD.
A mother worries that her five-year-old's displays of affection toward his friends are inappropriate.
Adolescents are especially at risk when they have experienced the loss of someone dear to them.
How can I get my son with ADD to do his schoolwork?
This situation describes a very normal adolescent phenomenon called independence, or "I will do it my way."
A low energy level, poor study skills, and emotional issues all demand intervention.
Set up a simple system of rewards to help your child keep track of things.
School peer-mediation programs are helpful in cases like this. A child can ask for a mediation with the student most responsible for the harassment.
Begin by toning down the attention you give to your son's lying.
Making friends away from school may be a good way to keep a child from feeling left out.
It is not unusual for an older boy to begin to become more selective about extracurricular activities.
A mother questions the accuracy of an ADHD diagnosis in her gifted child.
Every school district office should have a printed description of the criteria for entering into the gifted program.
A number of tests can be administered to nonverbal or language-impaired children to measure different aspects of intelligence.
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