Does My Kid Have ADHD? (What Else Could It Be?)

Does my child have ADHD or not? It’s no secret that kids are being diagnosed with ADHD in the US more and more frequently. Depending on which study you read, somewhere between 5-11% of children across the US are diagnosed with ADHD. And there’s been an increase of over 3% in just 8 years!  BUT-… Continue reading Does My Kid Have ADHD? (What Else Could It Be?)

ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder

ADHD And Sensory Processing Disorder Where To Turn It’s been getting worse. Every day is a ‘bad day’ now. And it’s exhausting. You monitor behaviors. You follow the direction of all the therapists and doctors. Meds are never missed. But something is still off. You love your kid. But they’re a puzzle to figure out.… Continue reading ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder

Dealing With People Who Don’t Believe Your Kid’s Diagnosis Is Real

Dealing With People Who Don’t Believe Your Kid’s Diagnosis Is Real The Excruciating Pain of someone Else’s Denial “Autism isn’t real; it’s just a made-up diagnosis by the anti-vaxxers.” “Kids don’t get depression; your kid is just being a brat.” “Why don’t you actually discipline your kid? Then they wouldn’t be so hyper.” “Sensory Processing… Continue reading Dealing With People Who Don’t Believe Your Kid’s Diagnosis Is Real