Attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) affects the whole family. The demands of a child with ADD can be overwhelming. The disorder and disruption of a child with AD/HD may lead siblings to experience jealously because of the extra attention that is given to the needier sibling. For this reason it is very important for a parent to not only know how to respond, but also coping techniques. Some families dealing with ADD fall apart because they lack the much needed guidance and support that can be found right in their own community. This support can be a foundation that builds an even stronger ...
More..Alexis Stone
Lockport, New York US
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