Feel Better, Behave Better — Removing Putdowns From Punishments
Parent Coach Peggy Gomula reflects on her “witch on a broomstick” phase and how she learned that, when kids feel better, they behave better.
Do You Know Your Child’s Love Language?
From daily hugs to quality time, Parent Coach Sally discusses how to show your children that you love them in the way that resonates most. Read her insight on how the ‘Five Love Languages’ applies to the parent/child relationship.
Helping Your Child With ADHD Make Friends and Thrive
In this special guest post, Caroline Maguire (author of Why Will No One Play with Me?) shares her advice for parents on how to help their child develop the social skils required for making (and keeping) friends.
ADHD – A Different Ability
Parent Coach Peggy Gomula discusses the beauty of having a neurodiverse family, and why she’s never viewed ADHD has a “disorder.” Read her experience and discover how you can re-frame ADHD as a strength rather than a weakness.
Meet Our Team - Kinnavey Cunningham
This month, we’re featuring Kinnavey Cunningham as part of our ‘Meet Our Team’ series. Learn more about Kinnavey’s background, who/what inspires her, and what she enjoys doing in her free time.
How Will ADHD Parent Coaching Help Me?
Raising a child in today’s busy world isn’t easy. Add in the challenges of ADHD, and it can be downright overwhelming. Our parent coaches explain how they can help you overcome the challenges and unwrap the gifts.
Meet Our Team - Laura Takagi
This month, we’re featuring Laura Takagi as part of our ‘Meet Our Team’ series. Learn more about Laura’s background, who/what inspires her, and what she enjoys doing in her free time.
20 Tips for Helping Kids with ADHD Succeed in School
As the new school year approaches, check out Dr. Hallowell’s advice for how to help your children with ADHD get on (and stay on) the right track.
Meet Our Team - Lauren Wilson
This month, we’re featuring Lauren Wilson as part of our ‘Meet Our Team’ series. Learn more about Lauren’s background, who/what inspires her, and what she enjoys doing in her free time.
Standardized Tests, Unstandard Minds: Adversity and the SAT
The SAT has been an inevitable part of the college entrance process for decades, but remains a deeply flawed method of assessing intellect. Andy Williamson shares his thoughts on the College Board’s new Adversity Score, as well as its approach to students with learning difficulties.
Meet Our Team - Frank Couch
This month, we’re featuring Frank Couch as part of our ‘Meet Our Team’ series. Learn more about Frank’s background, who/what inspires him, and what he enjoys doing in his free time.
Meet Our Team - Laura Hirschfield
This month, we’re featuring Laura Hirschfield as part of our ‘Meet Our Team’ series. Learn more about Laura’s background, who/what inspires her, and what she enjoys doing in her free time.
The Amazing ADHD Child — Allowing Them to Be Themselves
Parent Coach Peggy Gomula writes about the power of letting children with ADHD be themselves. Read her perspective as the mother of three daughters with ADHD.
Gene Editing and ADHD — A Mother's Perspective
Hallowell Todaro Center Co-Fouder Lesley Todaro shares her thoughts on the potential to someday edit out ADHD-causing genes. She reflects on the gifts we may miss in the quest to erase ADHD completely.
Talking With Kids: How to Avoid One-Word Answers
On most days I would pick up my children from school and ask, “How was your day?” I usually got a one-word answer. And then I discovered the value of asking a more open question like, “Tell me the best part of your day.” And when I did that the words spilled out!
Summer Plans? Cool Camps for Kids and Teens with ADHD
Summer camps are a great way to add structure to the shapeless summer months without subjecting your child to anything too stuffy or “school-like.” Here’s a list of camps, both local and further afield, that we think kids with ADHD will love.
Meet Our Team - Stacie Frank
This month, we’re featuring Stacie Frank as part of our ‘Meet Our Team’ series. Learn more about Stacie’s background, who/what inspires her, and what she enjoys doing in her free time.
Chimpanzees, Parenting, and Fun
Parent Coach Peggy Gomula shares an important reminder to parents: having children should be FUN! Read her insight into why this is important to keep in mind despite the inevitable challenges of parenting.
Meet Our Team - Jenny Chiang
This month, we’re featuring Jenny Chiang as part of our ‘Meet Our Team’ series. Learn more about Jenny’s background, who/what inspires her, and what she enjoys doing in her free time.