Fidget spinners are the hottest new toy to hit the market. Stores and manufacturers alike are promoting these devices as tools for ADHD treatment, autism treatment, anxiety treatment, and much more. The question is: do they actually work? Will fidget spinners reduce...
School’s out, but that doesn’t mean your child’s learning has to stop. The summer is a great time to work on subjects your child may have struggled with. For children with ADHD, one of the biggest challenges is reading. Their short attention spans and inability to...
Children are naturally hyperactive. A child with ADHD has even more energy than a child without ADHD. As a parent, you may struggle to control your child’s symptoms in a healthy, effective manner. In the suggestions below, we will review some great ways to channel...
Between school, sports, and other activities, the time between September and June can be overwhelming. Summer is almost here!!! Now is the time to slow down a bit, enjoy the weather and take some time off. Summer is also a good time to keep in mind some simple...
Is it really necessary to go through therapy for addiction? Can’t I just quit on my own? We get this question a lot when people ask about addiction therapy in Michigan. The short answer is yes, therapy IS essential to addiction recovery. Here’s why… Reversing...
Temper tantrums are common during a child’s toddler years, but they happen at any age. Even adults throw fits at times when they don’t get what they want. They just have a better way of controlling their emotions and reactions. Some temper tantrums are signs of...
Santa Claus, Kris Kringle, Jolly Old Saint Nicholas – whatever title you call him in your household, chances are Santa has played a role in your child’s life. A staggering 83% of five-year-olds in America believe in Santa, but that number drops to 33% for...
The first semester of school is coming to an end, and by now you have probably already seen a preview of your child’s grades. Poor academics can be caused by a number of issues, from anxiety to ADHD to bullying and beyond. Whatever the case may be, you can use your...
Parenting is tough. That’s not a secret. Children and parents do not always see eye-to-eye, regardless of how old they are. Having a fight with your child is natural, but it is important to reconnect with him or her once the argument is over. This helps strengthen...
Is your child worried about going back to school? Some kids get excited about seeing their friends and advancing to a new grade, but many other kids in Michigan experience intense anxiety about entering a new environment. If your child has been behaving oddly over the...
