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Are you feeling concerned and uninformed about how to help your child? If so, then you have found a resource to help you make informed decisions that are in the best interest of your child.
This site was created to provide parents with resources intended to improve the lives of their children and help them become better learners. As a teacher, I see many children who struggle with routine tasks. I hope that my research will help you realize the elements that are in your control to help your child. As the identification of Attention Deficit Disorder has been increasing, many schools and pediatricians are recommending medication as a means to improve student performance in the classroom. The medication that is provided for ADD/ADHD is a psychotropic drug. It alters the brain chemistry to make changes in student behavior. For 8%-10% of school age children, this is the best avenue (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2000), however, there are other options presented in this website that can be explored BEFORE medication. |