Tag: Parenting & Families

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 families cope effectively? Clinical psychologist Dr. Sharon Saline shares some tips for families.

Washington Post: Why it’s so hard to get kids’ attention, according to science (and what to do about it)

Sharon Saline, a clinical psychologist and author of the book “What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew,” says parents should make sure they have their child’s full attention using what she calls the Rule of Three: Get close and say their name, make eye contact, preferably at their level, and then give them the message and ask them to repeat it — twice. “It may seem silly to them, but that’s okay. By repeating the directions, you know they have grasped what they need to do. Also, this technique activates several means of connecting — sight, sound, repetition — that trigger different and simultaneous neural pathways.”

James Paterson, “Why it’s so hard to get kids’ attention, according to science (and what to do about it)” Washington Post, August 9, 2018 Read the full article in the Washington Post

Romper: "Why Simple Toys Are Better For Your Kids Is Honestly Magic"

Romper: “Why Simple Toys Are Better For Your Kids Is Honestly Magic”

For parents, decision fatigue is a real thing. From sun-up (or earlier, if you have my kids) to sun-down, you’re constantly making decisions for the little people in your life with the intentions of doing what’s best. The choices in everything — the clothes they wear, the food they eat, the toys they play with — are plentiful. Especially that last one. But as it turns out, you don’t have to make too many decisions when it comes to their playthings. There’s a reason why simple toys are better and it’s going to make you rethink all of your toy shopping. Click logo below to read more.