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Nancy Thorup
May 2, 20181 min read
ADHD and Perfectionism: Netflix show “Take Your Pills”
Parents, Here are 3 great articles/tools about ADHD and Perfectionism, a frustration log, and some vital information about the Netflix...
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Nancy Thorup
Apr 20, 20181 min read
Test Anxiety? 8 Ways to Help ADHD Kids Cope
Dear Parents, Once kids hit middle school, they are required to take more tests than they did in elementary school. Middle schoolers with...
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Nancy Thorup
Apr 9, 20181 min read
ADHD: 8 Pre-test Confidence Boosters
Dear Parents, Taking a test can cause any student to have pre-test jitters. But kids with attention or learning issues may need a boost...
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Nancy Thorup
Mar 26, 20181 min read
ADHD and Autism: The Difference
Autism and ADHD have many similar symptoms. The signs of autism, also called autism spectrum disorder or ASD, can range in severity....
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Nancy Thorup
Mar 22, 20181 min read
Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and ADHD
Watch this amazing testimonial about the difference between dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia and ADHD from a student’s point of view!...
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Nancy Thorup
Mar 20, 20181 min read
Does ADHD ever go away?
While kids with ADHD take longer to develop their executive skills, it seems that things get better. But do they? Dr. Tim Brown from...
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Nancy Thorup
Mar 9, 20181 min read
ADHD & Aggression – What you need to know
At a Glance Trouble controlling impulses can lead to aggressive behavior. Many kids with ADHD find it hard to calm themselves down. Most...
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Nancy Thorup
Dec 1, 20171 min read
ADHD & Aggression – the connection
ADHD and Aggression will sometimes go hand in hand in children. Do you relate? Trouble controlling impulses can lead to aggressive...
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Nancy Thorup
Oct 13, 20171 min read
Signs of ADHD at Different Ages
Do you think your child might have ADHD? Here is a very helpful checklist to get you started. It’s not always easy to spot ADHD symptoms....
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Nancy Thorup
Sep 29, 20171 min read
The Difference Between ADHD and Autism
Parents, I love this chart showing us the differences between ADHD and Autism! This is from an article on one of my favorite sites,...
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Nancy Thorup
Aug 16, 20171 min read
Caffeine and ADHD
I love this article about caffeine and ADHD. It is something for all of us to think about. 7 Things I Learned About Caffeine and Kids...
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Nancy Thorup
Aug 15, 20172 min read
Dyslexia, Dysgraphia & Dyscalculia
What is a specific learning disorder with impairment in reading (Dyslexia)? It is language-based disorder and is a general term that...
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Nancy Thorup
Aug 10, 20171 min read
What Teachers See: How ADHD Impacts Learning in High School
Parents, Here is a brief synopsis of what behaviors ADHD teenagers exhibit. As work becomes more rigorous and teachers expect students to...
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Nancy Thorup
Aug 7, 20171 min read
Healthy Sleep Creates Happy Families
Good sleep is crucial to maintaining a good attitude for parents and being able to learn for children. According to…. SleepEducation.org ...
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Nancy Thorup
Aug 3, 20171 min read
The New Thinking About ADHD and Executive Functioning
Hey Parents, Teachers, Tutors and others, Here’s a great article that combines ADHD and Executive functioning. It’s a great resource for...
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Nancy Thorup
Jul 13, 20171 min read
6 Surprising Ways Dyslexia Affects Me as a Young Adult
Dear Parents, I really enjoyed this article about a young adult who has dyslexia. Letting our kids know what technology errors they are...
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Nancy Thorup
Apr 7, 20171 min read
ADHD and Emotions: Anxiety, Anger & Angst
Parents, So many of my students have ADHD and anxiety. This article will tell you how to distinguish between the two, what signs your...
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Nancy Thorup
Jan 5, 20174 min read
10 Big Moments and Trends for Learning and Attention Issues in 2016
Parents, Happy New Year! This article highlights Hollywood, the Olympics, and government. They all addressed issues such as ADHD,...
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Nancy Thorup
Dec 26, 20161 min read
The Importance of Resilience for Kids With Learning and Attention Issues
Are your kids resilient? Learning and attention issues can create a lot of negative feelings for kids. This article will help parents...
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Nancy Thorup
Oct 4, 20161 min read
Organization and Time Management Answers
At the top of the learning and attention issues list are often organization and time management problems. Below are some resources from...
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