ADD/ADHD Resources for Teachers

From frequently asked questions to assessment accommodations, these articles and resources will help you to deal with the special nature of students with ADD/ADHD. You'll learn about modified teaching strategies and discover how to work with children who are both gifted and have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Help parents improve their child's performance and well-being with information about symptoms, treatments, and medications for attention deficit disorder.

Facts About ADD/ADHD Frequently Asked Questions on ADD/ADHD These questions address issues around dealing with ADD and ADHD. ADD and ADHD Learn about ADHD and ADD, including warning signs and an age-by-age guide. ADD Diagnosis: The Multidisciplinary Approach This article explains why an interdisiplinary approach to diagnosing ADD is very important. Understanding ADHD The characteristics of ADHD evident 40 years ago are still the same seen today. It is our understanding of ADHD that has evolved. ADHD: What Are the Signs? Professionals who diagnose ADHD use the diagnostic criteria set forth by the American Psychiatric Association (1994) in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Teaching Strategies Increasing Attention Criteria to help diagnose attention deficit and hyperactivity, as well as suggestions for ways to help children with these learning disabilities improve. Teaching Children with ADD/ADHD Distribute an article that details practice and theory behind teaching children with Attention Deficit Disorders. Modifying Instruction: Teaching Students with ADD Suggested modifications to make for students with ADD/ADHD, including lesson presentation, physical arrangement of the classroom, and work assignments. Assessment Accommodations: Case Studies Read these case studies to give you an idea about how some teachers modified assessments. More Teaching Strategies for Students with ADD/ADHD Information & Advice for Parents A Parent-Teacher's Guide to ADHD (K-12) What is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder? Get the facts about attention deficit disorders, current treatments, and what the experts have to say about medications in this printable book. Organization: Advice for Parents Offer these tips to parents to help them teach their children to become more organized. What Teachers and Parents Should Know About Ritalin Read about the most prescribed medication for children -- the facts and fables of Ritalin. Questions About ADD Medication This article addresses some commonly asked questions about the medical management of children with ADD. ADD: Working with Your School Learn how to foster a constructive partnership with your child's school in treating ADD. Reinforcement for Children with ADD This article explains how to use praise to reinforce the positive behavior of a child with ADD. Growing Up with ADHD Even when David Johnson was a toddler, his mother, JoAnn, suspected he'd have problems in school. ADHD: Meeting the Challenge For a parent, having a child with ADHD presents many challenges. This article identifies these challenges and gives tips for raising a child with ADHD. ADHD: School Issues and Interventions What issues and difficulties will your child face in school, if he has ADHD?

ADD/ADHD & Gifted ADHD and Children Who Are Gifted Some children are both gifted and have Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Diagnosing and working with these students can be challenging; this article will help teachers and parents better understand this complex combination. The Crossover Profile A composite list of typical characteristics describing a learning disabled/gifted student. Hobbies and Special Talents/Interests for Children with ADD This article explains what kinds of hobbies are beneficial for children with ADD, and what you can do to encourage them. More Crossover Children – LD and Gifted Learning Disabilities Resources Children's Books About Disabilities This extensive list details books for both children and adults that deal with disabilities. The books are sorted by readability and their descriptions include the type of disability addressed. Learning Disabilities: Glossary of Terms Discover a glossary that provides definitions of important terms related to learning disabilities. Bibliography for Including Students with Disabilities Find the latest books and articles on inclusion. More Popular Learning & Developmental Disablities Resources Additional Resources Special Needs – Teacher Resources Inform yourself about curriculum strategies and classroom management for students with different learning needs. We have resources on everything you need to know about teaching special needs students effectively. Special Needs Web Resources Use this comprehensive list of Websites about special needs to help with all kinds of issues, such as ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, special education, and more. Inclusion Resources Make inclusion a success in your school with these helpful resources for K-12 teachers. Read these articles to find information and advice on modifying your curriculum to reach all of your students. Adaptations and Modifications for Students with Special Needs Accommodate your Special Needs students by making the easy modifications and adaptations detailed in these articles and resources. These adjustments will help you challenge each member of your class. IEPs and Beyond Our IEP resources will help you prepare and implement Individualized Education Programs. Check out our articles to find everything you need to know about the IEP process. Assessment & Accommodation Read our suggestions for modifying assessments, and discover new techniques to improve your knowledge of your students. ADD/ADHD Resources for Parents & Educators These resources from our partner, FamilyEducation, will help you learn about attention deficit disorders and how they are treated. Both parents and teachers will find helpful articles on educational strategies and services for children with ADD/ADHD.