ADHD in Boys
ADHD symptoms are sometimes differentiated and distinct in boys, who face unique challenges with behavior, self-esteem, academics, friendships, motivation, and more.
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Boys vs. Girls: How Puberty Affects ADHD Symptoms
Hormonal changes directly impact most adolescents’ ADHD symptoms. But the shift can look different...
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Q: My Son Has Nothing In Common with His Classmates
Your son is not an athlete. He's shy. And he doesn't want to talk about professional sports or...
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Q: My Child Won’t Let an Argument Drop — Ever
Logic and reason are sometimes no match for the ADHD brain when it's stuck on hyperfocus. If your...
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Q: How Much Homework Support Is Too Much?
Students with ADHD often need extra support to organize, focus on, and complete homework. When and...
ADHD News & Research
Study: Brain Structure Differences in Boys May Reveal Genetic Risk for ADHD
New research shows that some children with symptoms of ADHD have abnormally small volume in specific...
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Q: Why Can’t My Son Keep Any Friends?
Your son is quick to join a pick-up basketball game or bike race. He can find new friends without...
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Q: Our Son Keeps Flouting Limits and Sneaking Devices
Is your teenager ignoring and breaking your rules about using devices? Is he sneaking confiscated...
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Q: Is My Teen Truly ‘Lazy?’ Or Is Something Neurological Going On Here?
Your teen can blast out short bursts of energy to finish an assignment on deadline, for example. But...
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Dude, You Need to Reach Out to Your Friends!
Boys with ADHD don't often foster friendships by calling, texting, or messaging friends in social...
Guest Blogs
“It’s Not About Social Cues. It’s About Social Learning.”
Social learning challenges are common in teens with ADHD, who struggle with perspective taking and...
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“Should We Drop the ODD Label?”
Should we stop using the oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) label to describe children with ADHD who...
Meltdowns & Anger
Q: My ADHD Teen Reacts Aggressively to Limits!
Anger issues erupt when teens with ADHD lack clear boundaries and consequences. Good behavior results...
Making Friends
Q: My Teen Wants ‘Cool Kid’ Friends, or None at All
The ‘cool kids’ don’t extend invitations or friendship, but your lonely child refuses to look beyond...
ADHD in Boys
Why “Think Before You Act” is Terrible Advice
"Think before you act" sounds like reasonable advice, but for a child with ADHD it is worthless. Why?...
ADHD in Boys
Mothers and Fathers Misunderstand ADHD in Different Ways. Here’s How.
No, your son with ADHD is not lazy. Or careless. Or lacking empathy. And, no, talk therapy is not the...