Sometimes the best kind of motivation is self-motivation, so if you’re having a hard time putting ideas into practice this winter, Dr. Sharon Saline, psychologist and author of the book What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life, tells … Continue reading How To Stay Productive In The Winter If The Blues Are Destroying Your Concentration, According To Experts
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Why Do I Cry So Easily? Experts Break Down the Reasons Behind Your Tears
According to Dr. Sharon Saline, the effort it may take you to ward off sadness, anxiety, bad news, or something that disturbs you could be compromised when you’re stressed. “When the body is dealing with these strong feelings, the feeling brain takes over the thinking brain and … Continue reading Why Do I Cry So Easily? Experts Break Down the Reasons Behind Your Tears
Bring Humor to Challenging Situations
Having a sense of humor when raising kids is an essential tool for any parent. Children can expand your heart and push your buttons like no one else. Being able to laugh at what happens, at your reactions and sometimes at life itself helps ease … Continue reading Bring Humor to Challenging Situations
Busting Myths about ADHD Once and For All
Are you tired of defending ADHD to skeptics? Despite the fact that one in ten children in the United States is diagnosed with ADHD, I am frequently asked about the ‘reality’ of ADHD. Parents tell me that they face questions about its legitimacy with teachers, … Continue reading Busting Myths about ADHD Once and For All
Distraction with Dr. Ned Hallowell featuring Dr. Sharon Saline on 5 Daily Habits to Help Your Child Succeed
Dr. Hallowell talks to celebrated psychologist, Dr. Sharon Saline about the key components she believes will help parents to raise empowered and confident children with ADHD. This is a powerful episode with insights for the entire family.
The New Year is a Good Time to Check in on Goals
The new year is a good time to check in on the goals for the school year with your child or teen that you made in September. Most ADHD kids will benefit from a re-evaluation at this time of year. First, find the document with … Continue reading The New Year is a Good Time to Check in on Goals
Your Guide for Calmer, Fun Holiday Vacation
Aah, the thrill of family vacations! Everyone piles in the car, bus or plane for a fun-filled week of togetherness and Hollywood happily-ever after endings, right? Maybe not. Too often, these trips are fraught with struggles that you’d like to avoid but don’t know how. … Continue reading Your Guide for Calmer, Fun Holiday Vacation
22 News Mass Appeal: Tips to help your kids avoid getting overwhelmed during the holidays
Our brains can only process so much information at one time and it’s especially hard for kids with or without ADHD to manage themselves with holiday activities. In fact, it’s often tough for adults who have their own triggers and family issues to deal with. How can … Continue reading 22 News Mass Appeal: Tips to help your kids avoid getting overwhelmed during the holidays
ADHD Families’ Guide to Holiday Joy
Stress, stress, stress! The calendar images of December should be a scene of a crazy person running through the mall instead of the winter tranquil scene, right?! Do you have a long list of gifts to buy and wait until the last minute to do … Continue reading ADHD Families’ Guide to Holiday Joy
Romper.com: The AAP’s Advice For Choosing The Best Toys For Your Kids: Go Old-School
Dr. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., clinical psychologist, previously explained to Romper that “while electronic toys can be compelling and educational with their lights, sounds, letters, numbers, and moving images, they don’t foster two important aspects of play for young children: imagination and connection.”
