My Child Has Been Diagnosed with ADD/ADHDDr. Hallowell: Live a Better Life:
This site has lots of information on ADD/ADHD from a medical doctor who also HAS ADHD. Lots of great, useful information. I would highly recommend all his books. National Institute of Mental Health: Want to get good, basic information on ADD/ADHD and what you cando to help your child? Check here. CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention Deficit /Hyperactivity Disorder: National site that has many articles and information about ADD/ADHD. There are also local chapters. Check the site for details. |
My Child Has Been Diagnosed with AutismAutism Speaks:
A site with tons of information on autism. Mayo Clinic The Mayo Clinic is a trusted medical clinic. Their website has lots of information on many medical conditions and developmental disorders. |
My Child Has Been Diagnosed with a Learning Disability
National Center for Learning Disabilities This site contains lots of useful information on what learning disabilities are, how they are diagnosed and how they can affect children and adults both at school and at home. Teen's Health This is a site for parents and kids that contains tons of information on many different issues kids may be facing. There is good, easy to understand information here for teens on what a learning disability is and how to cope with it. |
My Child Has Been Diagnosed with a Mental Illness
Anxiety
What is anxiety and how do I cope with it? Many teens have anxious moments, but when that anxiety gets out of control, something needs to happen. Bipolar Disorder Bipolar can be a very serious condition. If teens don't receive good mental health care, they can really suffer. Depression Depression affects many teens. About 20 percent of teens will experience teen depression before they reach adulthood. Cutting Cutting is a way some people try to cope with the pain of strong emotions, intense pressure, or upsetting relationship problems. Cutting is NOT suicidal behavior, it is, however, a cry for help. If your teen is cutting, contact a counselor or doctor right away. |
I just found out my child is cutting
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I Just found out my child is sexting!Do you know what Sexting is? Do you think your child would never do this? Don't be an ostrich with your head in the sand. Watch this video to be prepared IF this should happen with your child.
Josh Shipp-Sexting: What Parents Need to Know |