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Anxiety vs. Stress
Did you know that there is a subtle but distinct difference between anxiety and stress? When your child is exhibiting symptoms, do you...
Nancy Thorup
Apr 3, 20181 min read
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ADHD and Autism: The Difference
Autism and ADHD have many similar symptoms. The signs of autism, also called autism spectrum disorder or ASD, can range in severity....
Nancy Thorup
Mar 26, 20181 min read
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Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and ADHD
Watch this amazing testimonial about the difference between dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia and ADHD from a student’s point of view!...
Nancy Thorup
Mar 22, 20181 min read
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Does ADHD ever go away?
While kids with ADHD take longer to develop their executive skills, it seems that things get better. But do they? Dr. Tim Brown from...
Nancy Thorup
Mar 20, 20181 min read
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Typical Anxiety vs. an Anxiety Problem: What’s the Difference?
Everyone feels anxious from time to time. But helping kids overcome fears can help them build confidence and get better at managing...
Nancy Thorup
Mar 12, 20181 min read
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ADHD & Aggression – What you need to know
At a Glance Trouble controlling impulses can lead to aggressive behavior. Many kids with ADHD find it hard to calm themselves down. Most...
Nancy Thorup
Mar 9, 20181 min read
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Parent Guilt with Attention & Learning Issues
Parent guilt and shame increases exponentially when your child has a learning or attention issues. This article discusses: Learning and...
Nancy Thorup
Feb 19, 20181 min read
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Disagreements: How to get on the same page as parents
Do you ever fight about the kids? Here is a great resource about parenting disagreements. The article, at a glance, discusses: Many...
Nancy Thorup
Feb 12, 20181 min read
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Mis-managing meltdowns and how to fix it
This is a great article about how these parents mis-managed their childrens meltdowns and then gained their parenting power back. It is...
Nancy Thorup
Jan 29, 20181 min read
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Why does your child get frustrated
Frustration is a natural part of parenting for both children and parents. But children with learning and attention issues often have a...
Nancy Thorup
Dec 8, 20171 min read
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Should I Let My Teen With Self-Control Issues Face the Consequences of His Actions?
Effective parenting includes providing consequences for your child. But teens begin to enter a new phase where consequences are often...
Nancy Thorup
Dec 4, 20171 min read
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ADHD & Aggression – the connection
ADHD and Aggression will sometimes go hand in hand in children. Do you relate? Trouble controlling impulses can lead to aggressive...
Nancy Thorup
Dec 1, 20171 min read
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My child’s behavior is out of control
Is your child’s behavior difficult and impeding his/her ability to succeed in school? Here are 11 steps to help you get control of this...
Nancy Thorup
Nov 28, 20171 min read
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5 Strategies for a Successful 2nd Term
Whew! Â The 1st term is finally over! How did your child do? Â Here are 5 ways to help your child improve or to stay steady. #1. Clean out...
Nancy Thorup
Nov 7, 20173 min read
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10 Ways to Help Your Grade-Schooler Manage Stress
Often, parents don’t know how to help their kids with stress. Here is a great article with some ideas on how to help your child! Grade...
Nancy Thorup
Oct 16, 20171 min read
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Signs of ADHD at Different Ages
Do you think your child might have ADHD? Here is a very helpful checklist to get you started. It’s not always easy to spot ADHD symptoms....
Nancy Thorup
Oct 13, 20171 min read
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Anxiety vs. Stress: Is there a difference?
Parents, Stress and anxiety are closely related in nature yet there are differences you should understand in order to help your child and...
Nancy Thorup
Oct 11, 20171 min read
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Good Grades, Bad Tests Scores: My Daughter’s Story
Does your child get good grades but bad test scores? It may be a speed of processing issue. Call Nancy with questions. Read It on...
Nancy Thorup
Oct 6, 20171 min read
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When Mean Girls Bullied My Daughter Because of Her Learning Issues
Dear Parents – Does your child have learning issues and get bullied at school? Here is a great article with some ideas on how to help...
Nancy Thorup
Oct 2, 20171 min read
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The Difference Between ADHD and Autism
Parents, I love this chart showing us the differences between ADHD and Autism! This is from an article on one of my favorite sites,...
Nancy Thorup
Sep 29, 20171 min read
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