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The DSM-5 criteria are similar to the 2011 guidelines with two exceptions. Fewer problem behaviors are required for those 17 years or older, and there must be evidence that symptoms began before age 12 years instead of before age 7.

The guidelines also emphasize ruling out other causes of ADHD-like symptoms and identifying comorbid conditions.

The stimulant medications methylphenidate and amphetamines in their various forms generally are the initial treatments.

kids with ADHD may tell lies as a part of their ADHD symptoms

You can preempt a lot of lies by guiding the conversation and asking the right questions.

asking a child to think before you allow him to answer may help you sort out intentional lies from impulsive responses.

But if you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing and intervening too much, you’re not alone.

Many parents of students with ADHD wonder how to strike the elusive balance that offers support and encourages independent self-advocacy skills.

Enabling is doing something for someone else, without a plan to help them do it for themselves. Supporting is providing guidance and encouragement to someone as they learn to manage the task on their own in time.

“I wish I had grown up hearing the following words of encouragement – the things all girls with ADHD need to hear to build their self-esteem and avoid viewing their symptoms as character flaws.”

A diagnosis as a child would have been incredible. But beyond that, I wish I had grown up hearing the following words of encouragement – the things all girls with ADHD need to hear to build their self-esteem and avoid viewing their symptoms as character flaws.

“You’ll need to stand up for yourself over and over. And that’s OK.”

The MAHA Report increases ADHD stigma by claiming the condition is overdiagnosed and disparaging its treatment as ineffective without citing any credible evidence. Notably, it does not mention the proven, life-saving benefits of ADHD treatment or the risks associated with undiagnosed, untreated ADHD. This is worrisome.

Do you know what else improves quality of life for kids? Less stigma and shame, and more investment and solutions.

Gifted children suffer when undue expectations exist without consideration of other complex characteristics that define their day-to-day experience.

Twice exceptional children experience a tug-of-war depending on what combination of strengths and challenges they display.

Recognizing strengths and supporting the challenges of each diagnosis goes a long way toward helping these children increase their self-esteem and reach their potential.