Art therapy makes use of drawing, painting, and even sculpting to improve the well-being and confidence of kids, based on the notion that self-expression can be used to address emotional problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, and increase self-awareness. Learn how art therapy can help improve the confidence of your child with AD/HD, and be a good […]
Reading Matters: Why children need to read, and keep reading
“I don’t want to read!” “That’s too long!” “It’s so difficult!” “’Wag, boring ‘yan!” These were the common complaints I heard from my students diagnosed with AD/HD in the center where I previously worked in as a reading clinician. Choosing a book for them had always been a struggle. This was especially true when they were already transitioning from reading short […]
Passions & Distractions: The story of an artist with ADD
Alone time? Why, that’s my favorite part of the day! During alone time, I put myself “in the zone.” This is the time I forget about the rest of the world and just dive deep into creative writing, drawing and painting. In this state, I feel like I’m in a place where no one else can ever be in. This is my world. […]
