Children

If you’re raising a child with ADHD, autism, anxiety — or a blend of all three — you’ve probably already Googled how to help a dysregulated child at least once. Or twenty times. Because saying “Calm down” has never worked, not even once, and yet it’s the sentence that...

By Dana Dzamic Your child is “included.” Their name is on the class list. They sit in the same classroom as everyone else. The school proudly states it’s inclusive. And yet, your child eats lunch alone. They come home exhausted, saying things like “no one gets me” or...

If you’ve ever tried a sticker chart and ended up sticking more stars on yourself than your child, or if “time-out” somehow turned into both of you crying in separate rooms—you’re not alone. Rewards and punishments for ADHD and autistic children often don’t work the...

Looking for effective homework tips for kids with ADHD? You’re not alone. Navigating homework time with an ADHD child can feel like a daily battlefield, but I’ve lived to tell the tale—and learned what actually works. With the right strategies (and a healthy sense of...

As someone who’s lived with ADHD, I’ve heard the same question time and time again: Do kids outgrow ADHD? It’s a question that’s been asked by concerned parents, well-meaning friends, and even curious strangers. I mean, wouldn't it be great if ADHD was like a pair of...

Is It Just ADHD? When Autism in Girls Hides in Plain Sight If you have a daughter with ADHD and still feel like something doesn’t quite add up, you’re not imagining it. Sometimes, the truth is more complex — and more overlooked — than we realise. Maybe she’s always...

When your child has ADHD, focus can feel like a moving target. One minute they’re calm, the next they’re climbing the sofa or turning their pencil into a drumstick. It’s not laziness or defiance - it’s a brain wired for movement, stimulation, and curiosity. That’s why...

Picture this: Your ADHD child just turned your freshly painted wall into an art gallery, forgot their homework (again), and is melting down over how their hair feels. Meanwhile, you’re wondering if it’s too early for chocolate. Here’s why I’m so passionate about...

"Why don’t you just try harder?" "You just need to sit still and pay attention like everyone else." "Stop making excuses." "Why do you always forget things? You’re so careless!" "You’re so disruptive. Do you even care about anyone else’s feelings?"   These are...