Parents are often puzzled when a bright, capable child struggles in school. A child may have a strong vocabulary, be curious and creative, understand complicated ideas, or excel in certain subjects while having persistent difficulty with reading, writing, mathematics, attention, or completing schoolwork. When a child's academic performance does not seem to match their abilities, there may be an underlying reason. Understanding why a child is struggling is often the first st

Parents often know that something is making school difficult for their child but are not sure why. A child may struggle with reading, writing, math, attention, memory, organization, or completing schoolwork despite having many strengths. In these situations, a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation can help identify the factors contributing to the child's difficulties and provide recommendations for addressing them. Here are seven signs that an evaluation may be helpful.

Effective emotional regulation develops through adult coaching, repeated practice, and supportive environments. Key evidence-based strategies include: Teach children to identify and label emotions using feeling words and body cues. Practice calming skills daily (deep breathing, muscle relaxation, grounding, or movement breaks). Use simple problem-solving: identify the problem, brainstorm solutions, choose one, and evaluate the outcome. Encourage flexible thinking and positive

Executive functioning skills—such as planning, organizing, staying focused, managing emotions, and following through—are among the most important abilities teenagers use every day. They help teens juggle homework, extracurriculars, friendships, chores, and increasing independence. But for many adolescents, especially those with ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, or simply developing at their own pace, these skills can lag behind expectations. The good news? With steady supp

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Kids with ADHD often have trouble with ambiguity. They benefit from clear expectations, plus consistent rewards and consequences to keep them moving in the right direction. This is exactly what a Daily Report Card provides, when used correctly at school and at home. Learn how here: https://www.additudemag.com/daily-report-card-to-improve-adhd-classroom-behavior/