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49 articles in this topic

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ADHD in Teens & Children

How to Actually Do Therapy Homework With ADHD (Without Shame)

Why the week between sessions is where CBT for ADHD happens, how to shrink the assignment before you leave, and what to say when you did not do it.

Finding Focus Care TeamOctober 4, 20266 min read
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Twelve-year-old girl at a desk with an open binder, head resting on her hand
Getting Checked

ADHD in Girls at Puberty: Why Symptoms Shift Around Age 12

6 min read
Parent and teenager walking along a Calgary street with the downtown skyline behind them
ADHD in Teens & Children

ADHD Assessment for Teens in Calgary: Public, Private and Online

7 min read
Parent and teenager sitting together at a table looking over a printed questionnaire
Getting Checked

ADHD Screening for Teens: What It Is, What It Isn't, What's Next

7 min read
Teenage boy with headphones on his bed facing the wall, parent in the doorway
Mastering ADHD

My Teen with ADHD Refuses Help: What to Try When They Say 'I'm Fine'

6 min read
Teenage boy in a hoodie pouring cereal in a dim kitchen at early morning
Mastering ADHD

Handing a Teen with ADHD Their Own Morning: A Six-Week Plan

6 min read
Teenage boy tapping a debit card at a cafe counter while his mother watches
ADHD in Teens & Children

Teaching a Teen with ADHD About Money: Allowance to Debit Card

6 min read
Parent seated across a classroom desk from a teacher, a folder of papers open between them
Getting Checked

When a Teacher Says Your Teen with ADHD 'Just Isn't Trying'

6 min read
First-year student at a residence desk with a thick textbook and a wall calendar
ADHD in Teens & Children

Studying in College With ADHD: What Changes After High School

6 min read
Parent and teenager walking along a sidewalk toward a brick high school on a summer morning
ADHD in Teens & Children

Starting Grade 9 with ADHD: A Summer Checklist for Parents

6 min read
Mother and teenage son standing at a cluttered kitchen counter looking at a wall calendar together
ADHD in Teens & Children

Parenting a Teen with ADHD When You Have ADHD Too

6 min read
Teenager writing in a weekly planner at a desk beside a small whiteboard
ADHD in Teens & Children

High School Planners for Teens with ADHD: What Actually Gets Used

7 min read
Teenage girl at the wheel of a parked car, parent in the passenger seat pointing ahead
Mastering ADHD

Supervising a Teen Driver with ADHD: A Learner-Stage Plan

6 min read
Teenage boy and his father waiting on chairs in a bright medical clinic hallway
Mastering ADHD

When a Teen Needs a Psychiatrist for ADHD, and When They Don't

6 min read
Teenage girl at a kitchen table on a laptop video call, mother beside her
Mastering ADHD

Online ADHD Help for Teens in Canada: Options Parents Can Check

7 min read
Teen and parent sitting together at a table setting up apps on a school Chromebook
ADHD in Teens & Children

Apps for ADHD High School Students: A Free-First, School-Device Stack

6 min read
Teenager at a kitchen table with a Chromebook, phone and school backpack
ADHD in Teens & Children

Digital ADHD Tools for High School Students, Sorted by School Problem

6 min read
Father and teenage daughter signing a handwritten agreement at a dining table
ADHD in Teens & Children

A Phone Agreement for a Teen with ADHD: Template and Talking Points

6 min read
Teenage girl with head in hands at a desk while a parent stands in the doorway
ADHD in Teens & Children

Homework Fights with a Teen with ADHD: A Parent's De-escalation Plan

7 min read
Student desk in a classroom with a trifold privacy shield, earplugs and a small fidget
ADHD in Teens & Children

Classroom Distraction Tools for ADHD: Fidgets, Shields and Earplugs

6 min read
Teenager at a kitchen table setting a reminder on a smartphone beside a notebook
Mastering ADHD

How to Set Up a Teen's Phone for ADHD Reminders and Focus

7 min read
Teenager at a kitchen table writing in a paper agenda next to a phone
ADHD in Teens & Children

ADHD High School Planner: School Agenda, Phone App or Both?

7 min read
Parent and teenage son looking at a wall calendar together in a bright hallway
ADHD in Teens & Children

How to Help a Teen with ADHD Manage Time Without Nagging

7 min read
A mother and her teenage son meeting with a teacher at a school table, discussing supports for ADHD in an Ontario high school.
School Challenges

Requesting ADHD Accommodations in High School in Ontario: A Parent's Guide to IEPs

7 min read
Therapist talking with a parent during a behavioural intervention session, representing parent-focused ADHD training and support strategies.
ADHD in Teens & Children

Parent-Focused Behavioural Interventions for Children with ADHD

8 min read
A father and young son smile and fist bump in a library during a learning session, illustrating how behavioural therapy supports children with ADHD through positive reinforcement and parent involvement.
ADHD in Teens & Children

Behavioural Therapy for Young Kids: What It Looks Like

7 min read
A group of people smiling and collaborating around a table with laptops, symbolizing the importance of social connection and teamwork in supporting ADHD well-being.
School Challenges

How Social Interactions Impact ADHD Well-Being

8 min read
A young child and therapist play together in a sandbox during a session, illustrating how play therapy supports emotional regulation and social development for kids with ADHD.
Treating Pediatric ADHD

Play Therapy for Managing ADHD-Related Challenges

7 min read
A parent holds ADHD medication capsules in their hand while sitting at a table, symbolizing the decision-making process of when to consider medication for children with ADHD.
Treating Pediatric ADHD

When to Consider Medication for Children with ADHD

5 min read
Mother watching her young child at home, symbolizing the importance of ADHD testing and parental involvement.
Getting Checked

ADHD Testing for Children: What Parents Need to Know

8 min read
Mother with ADHD working on a tablet while sitting beside her young child, representing the balance between parenting responsibilities and self-care.
ADHD in Teens & Children

Balancing Your Child's Needs with Self-Care

8 min read
Father and son adjusting their ties in the mirror, symbolizing how ADHD often persists from childhood into adulthood.
Getting Checked

"Kids Will Outgrow ADHD": Truths About ADHD Persistence

7 min read
A father kneels to talk compassionately with his young son about behavior, showing ADHD parenting strategies that balance structure and empathy.
ADHD in Childhood (ages 5-12): Supporting Kids and Families

Balancing Discipline with Understanding

7 min read
A mother helps her young son pack his school backpack, demonstrating ADHD-friendly morning routines that build structure and independence.
ADHD in Teens & Children

Creating Routines That Work for Your Child

7 min read
Two teens smiling while painting together in an art class, representing how hobbies and passions help ADHD teens build confidence and identity.
ADHD & Teens

Developing Hobbies and Passions

8 min read
A mother comforts her upset young son sitting on outdoor steps, illustrating ADHD meltdown management with empathy, structure, and parental support.
ADHD in Teens & Children

Managing Meltdowns and Impulsive Behaviours in Kids with ADHD

5 min read
Smiling teenage student talking with a friend in class, representing strengths-based self-identity for teens with ADHD.
ADHD & Teens

Recognizing Strengths Beyond ADHD

8 min read
A teenage student packs her school backpack at a desk with books and supplies, illustrating organization strategies for teens with ADHD.
School Challenges

Strategies for Staying Organized

8 min read
Teen student sitting at a desk and looking thoughtful, representing self-identity and self-esteem challenges in ADHD.
Self-Identity

Teens & ADHD: Self-Identity, Navigating Self-Esteem Challenges

6 min read
A teenage student wearing headphones looks at a phone during class, symbolizing the challenge of managing distractions for teens with ADHD in school.
ADHD & Teens

Dealing with Distractions in Class

8 min read
A teenage student in a purple hoodie studies at home with earphones in, writing notes beside a laptop, representing ADHD homework strategies and focus support.
School Challenges

Managing Homework and Assignments

6 min read
Mother and daughter sitting together outdoors, representing conversations about ADHD prevalence and diagnosis across childhood and adulthood in Canada.
Getting Checked

Prevalence of ADHD in Children vs. Adults

3 min read
Pregnant woman in kitchen holding medication bottle and pills, reflecting decisions about ADHD medication use during pregnancy and child health outcomes.
ADHD in Teens & Children

ADHD Medications During Pregnancy: What We Know About Long-Term Effects on Children

8 min read
Teen with ADHD using smartphone outdoors, screen time and technology distractions
Teenagers (13 - 17)

ADHD and Technology: Managing Screen Time and Distractions for Teens

5 min read
A teenager walking confidently across a bridge with friends in the background, symbolizing resilience, self-esteem growth, and coping with rejection sensitivity in ADHD.
ADHD & Teens

Dealing with Emotions: Rejection Sensitivity and Self-Esteem Issues in Teens with ADHD

5 min read
A teenage student with a backpack smiling in a busy high school hallway, representing strategies for teens with ADHD to manage organization, time, and school success.
ADHD & Teens

Navigating High School with ADHD: A Guide for Teens

4 min read
A teen sitting on school stairs working on a laptop, symbolizing the transition from high school to post-secondary education or vocational paths with ADHD.
Teenagers (13 - 17)

Navigating Life After High School with ADHD: Preparing for Post-Secondary Education or Vocational Paths

5 min read
Smiling teenage students in a classroom celebrating success with a high-five, symbolizing confidence and achievement for teens with ADHD.
Teenagers (13 - 17)

Thriving as a Teen with ADHD: A Guide to Success

4 min read
A group of smiling teens standing outdoors with arms around each other, symbolizing confidence, friendship, and social support for ADHD teens.
Teenagers (13 - 17)

Thriving with ADHD: Confidence Hacks & Social Survival Tips for Teens

4 min read

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