Sparks of Genius: Cognitive Training for ADHD Children

09/19/2019

The spark of juggling

08/26/2019

Candace Lehenbauer runs an extraordinary home school program called Tapestry Academy. There are classes 1, 2, 3 or 4 days a week. It’s like a private school combined with a home school so your child can get exactly what is needed. I wish I could have gone there when I was a kid.

08/16/2019

As if we didn't have enough to worry about with our kids and grand kids on line

As anonymous chat apps grow in popularity among kids and teens, experts are sounding the alarm on the dangers of interacting with strangers online. NBC’s Savannah Sellers speaks to a group of young adults about their disturbing experiences and shares how parents can keep their kids safe.

08/04/2019

08/01/2019

Ever wondered about the science behind mindfulness? Reputable info from the Dana Center, citing one of Dr. Rohn’s mentors, Dr. Michael Posner.

Mindfulness-based meditation is now established as a valid stress-reduction tool, backed by a growing body of solid science illuminating its effects on the brain and health.

07/30/2019

Brain Injuries can happen at home as well as on the playing fields.

A new study details how the products we own—from poorly designed beds to football helmets—contribute to head injuries among children and teens.

07/24/2019

Smart phones can hurt your child. Intervene early

Smartphones and tablets are causing issues for kids as young as two years old.

07/17/2019

Children and teens with ADHD have difficulty making good decisions about technology. Here parents can learn about trouble spots and how they can help their child.

Find ways to help your child with ADHD manage screen time. Learn about common screen time trouble spots for kids with ADHD, and how to help them unplug.

07/11/2019

Great Ideas about screen time management.

Find ways to help your child with ADHD manage screen time. Learn about common screen time trouble spots for kids with ADHD, and how to help them unplug.

07/10/2019

American teenagers average about nine hours a day of entertainment media use, excluding time spent at school or for homework.

The struggle with teens and technology My work around mindful technology use started because I keep finding myself in conversations with students, parents, and teachers about the ways they are struggling with technology. A fourth grader describes how he gets into a rage when he plays video games. In...

06/28/2019

How to keep your child from danger online

In this article, you’ll find answers to questions like: 1. How to avoid causing fear? 2. How to monitor devices? 3. How to handle social media?

06/26/2019

Internet usage Linked to Addiction

The habit of checking smartphones before going bed and soon after waking up is very common, especially among youngsters. We can say that we've never spent so mu

06/05/2019

Phone addiction is not just for kids

Find out if you need a digital detox—and get resources to help.

06/05/2019

On screen safety is a parenting issue

Some parents use tools that allow them to monitor every picture, email and text message a kid sends or receives and alert them at any sign of mischief.

06/04/2019

A fun meditation to do with your child

A super simple mindfulness activity to help kids learn attention and listening skills and a teacher’s favorite. It's fun too. Mindfulness for kids.

06/04/2019

Your meditation practice may reduce negative emotions in the people you interact with.

New research suggests that people who meditate could end up decreasing negative emotions not only in themselves but in their relationship partners as ...

05/23/2019

Hiking combines physical activity and nature. Both are good for your brain

While it may seem obvious that a good hike through a forest or up a mountain can cleanse your mind, body, and soul, science is now discovering that hiking can actually change your brain… for the better! Hiking in Nature Can Stop Negative, Obsessive Thoughts Aside from the almost instant feeling of...

05/14/2019

Grandparents have long indulged their grandchildren with sweets, toys and late bedtimes, often to the dismay of the parents stuck in the middle. But concerns about screen time and cellphone usage are creating a whole new set of issues.

05/09/2019

Show compassion

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05/07/2019

Are you too sensitive to use social media? One woman things that she is

I’m hurt by Facebook, demoralized by Twitter, and envious on Instagram. Is social media making me feel bad about myself — or is a lifetime of ADHD-related hypersensitivity to blame for these daily …

04/29/2019

If they are playing outside, kids get the benefits of nature, activity and socialization. And they are not in their rooms on cell phones

Let me begin by saying we are not outside for 4-6 hours everyday. We aim for 4-6 hours outside at least three to four times a week (a little more in the nicer months and a little less in the worse...

04/25/2019

The World Health Organization weighs in on screen time

Kids under 5 should not spend more than an hour watching screens a day

04/23/2019

What do you say to grandparents who don’t limit screen time

Grandparents have long indulged their grandchildren with sweets, toys and late bedtimes, often to the dismay of the parents stuck in the middle. But concerns about screen time and cellphone usage are creating a whole new set of issues.

04/23/2019

Spend some time in nature today. It’s the antidote to screen addiction

Ten powerful thoughts for Earth Day 2019 and ways to take action.

04/22/2019

If you are multitasking, you might want to reconsider

Editor’s Note: What happens to your brain when you multitask? Does your brain slow down? Do you feel increased levels of stress? Why are some people better at it than others? Our authors supply the answers to some of these questions and provide the latest on what happens to the brain when you try ...

04/14/2019

Art is a stress reduction technique

You may practice stress-reduction techniques such as exercising, doing yoga, meditating, and creating a gratitude practice. But are you acquainted with some of the lesser-tried methods for soothing stress? These eight ideas just might be your new stress-stoppers.

04/01/2019

Are You a Screen Addict? Here are the telltale signs

When you think of screen addiction, you might picture an unshaven young man playing video games in a dark room filled with empty soda cans and pizza boxes. Although that can certainly be the case, screen addiction is a hidden reality for young ...

03/29/2019

So easy to think about the challenges of ADHD. But there are good things as well

More insights on a positive side of a “disorder”