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Understanding emotional challenges in children and young people with ADHD
This blog was written by Shipei Wang, Tracy Stewart and Sinead Rhodes based on research they have recently published. When we think of ADHD, we often focus on attention and activity levels, such as the challenges of staying still, concentrating, or finishing tasks....
What is PDA and what strategies work?
Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is seen when a child avoids everyday demands and requests to an extreme level. This can mean not or only part attending school, missing social events or complete refusal to initiate common everyday tasks in the home or at school....
Is ADHD stopping my teenager from sleeping?
This post was written by Meghan Perez-Keepax as part of a placement on the Masters in Science Communication at the University of Edinburgh The image of the sleep deprived teen, struggling to get up in the morning, but active late into the night is so common it is...
How can I help my child with ADHD with their thinking (executive function) skills?: Physical activity may help
We know that physical activity has positive effects for the physical health of children and young people. Physical activity can be especially useful for children and young people with ADHD who like and benefit from regular movement. Now research is showing the...
“It’s like an itch”: How your teenage girl with ADHD experiences school
This post was written by Āine Singleton on a placement as part of the MSc in Science Communication at the University of Edinburgh “How was school?” “Fine.” That all too familiar conversation takes place in homes all over the world daily. But what if we could dig a bit...
Mind Over Matter: How Mindfulness can help teens with ADHD thrive
This blog post was written by Gaia Mizzi as part of her enrollment on the MSc in Science Communication at the University of Edinburgh High school is a juggling act! Constantly shifting subjects, a myriad of planning ahead and deadlines, and all of that on top of the...
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Understanding emotional challenges in children and young people with ADHD
This blog was written by Shipei Wang, Tracy...
Are fidget toys beneficial for neurodivergent children? A look at the evidence
Fidget toys seem to be everywhere and...
What is PDA and what strategies work?
Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is seen when...
How do I help my child with PDA?
Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is one of...
Co-occurring neurodevelopmental conditions: impact on behaviour, learning and wellbeing
We commonly speak about neurodevelopmental...
How can my neurodivergent child find friendships that work for them?: Finding your tribe
Autistic young people often have difficulties...
Is ADHD stopping my teenager from sleeping?
This post was written by Meghan Perez-Keepax as...
