by Margaret Paton | Oct 25, 2018 | ADHD
Given the differing presentations of ADHD, the variety in how it shows up in a child, you might have a hunch that your child or even you tick the box for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A diagnosis impacts those affected in their everyday life –...
by Michelle Reynard | Aug 2, 2018 | ADHD
Addressing Attention Concerns There are three types of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD: inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and combined. Inattentive ADHD is often overlooked or left untreated and is more common in girls than boys. Symptoms include...
by Michelle Reynard | Feb 1, 2018 | ADHD, Parent Tips
Primitive Reflexes Newborn babies instinctively squeeze tightly when a finger is placed in their hand. They suck for food when presented with the nipple from a bottle or breast and push outward when a solid object touches the tongue. These are primitive reflexes and...
by Michelle Reynard | Oct 26, 2017 | ADHD, Parent Tips
Most individuals are familiar with the term Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). We often associate this neurodevelopmental disorder with images of students having difficulty sitting still, who are impulsive, and potentially disruptive in controlled...
by Michelle Reynard | Oct 27, 2016 | ADHD, Executive Function
What is executive function? Chances are you’ve heard the term executive function used in one way or another recently. Put simply, executive function is a set of mental skills that help you get things done. As awareness increases, more and more parents are considering...
by Michelle Reynard | Oct 12, 2016 | ADHD, Dyslexia, Fast ForWord, Gemm Success Stories, Uncategorized
Samuel Struggled to Read and Write Samuel is an extremely bright young man, who had always been a struggling reader. He has an excellent memory. If his teacher asked him a question, and he could respond orally, he exceeded expectations. But, if he had to read the...
