by Dan DeMarle | Jan 2, 2025 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Individual Educational Plan IEP, Other Health Impairment, Section 504, Special Education
“8 straightforward steps — from requesting a school evaluation to monitoring accommodations — to help parents develop the best IEP or 504 Plan possible for kids with ADHD.” Step-by-Step Guide for Securing ADHD Accommodations at...
by Dan DeMarle | Jan 2, 2025 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Other Health Impairment, Section 504
“Impulsive behavior. Incomplete homework. Inconsistent focus. Whatever your child’s school challenges, these teacher-approved accommodations can put some real muscle behind his 504 Plan and put the attention back on learning.” Every 504 Plan Should Include...
by Dan DeMarle | Jan 2, 2025 | ADHD, Other Health Impairment, Section 504
“The right to a level playing field doesn’t end after elementary school. Here are some of the most effective classroom accommodations to help your child succeed in grades 9 through 12 — without sacrificing personal accountability.” 50 High School...
by Dan DeMarle | Dec 30, 2024 | ADHD, Autism, Autism Research, Other Health Impairment, Poverty
“Autistic children who are born in underserved neighborhoods are more likely to exhibit heightened symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) during mid-childhood and adolescence compared to those born in more resource-rich areas, according to...
by Dan DeMarle | Dec 12, 2024 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Other Health Impairment
“Researchers have found evidence that children with high levels of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms show structural brain abnormalities, but treatment with stimulant medications can normalize these differences. This study, published in...
by Dan DeMarle | Dec 12, 2024 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Other Health Impairment
“Public perception of mental health has experienced a shift in recent years, thanks in part to public figures, like Olympian gymnast Simone Biles, who stepped away from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics for her mental health. Biles’ public display of self-care certainly...