Fact: About one-third of individuals with LD also have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Another fact: Our amazing social media community on Facebook and Twitter quickly responded to our request for their favorite AD/HD-related books. These books contain helpful information that not only shed light on AD/HD, but also provide tips on how your child can cope with AD/HD in school. If you have more suggestions, please add them to the comments below.
Charlie looks around his first grade classroom when it's reading time. He needs frequent reminders to get back to work. His teachers and his parents are puzzled why such a bright boy is having trouble in school. Could it be an attention deficit causing the problem? Could a learning p... More >
What is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD)? And what does it have to do with learning disabilities? First of all, AD/HD is not the same thing as a learning disability (LD). But it certainly can interfere with learning and behavior. Also, about one-third of people with L... More >
La percepción pública del Trastorno del Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad (TDAH), está plagada de mitos, conceptos erróneos y desinformación sobre la naturaleza, el curso y el tratamiento de dicho trastorno. Si bien se han reducido los obstáculos para el tratamiento en ... More >
Whether you are wondering if your child has an attention problem or if he or she already has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) , you likely have experienced a number of challenging and perplexing behaviors and situations. The brains of children with... More >
What Is AD/HD?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) is a brain-based disorder that can affect children, adolescents, and adults. Researchers are still exploring what causes AD/HD. We do know that the disorder often runs in families and many studies suggest that genes pl... More >