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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has become the rising star of childhood psychiatric disorders. But, says Dr. Timimi, like ADHD, autism and ASD are facts of culture rather than facts of nature.

Parents face "dense bureaucracies" when trying to secure supports for their children. These obstacles hurt not just families, but everyone.

Announcing the launch of a new resource on Mad in America for parents of children struggling with mental disorders.

The idea that there are some characteristic brain-based abnormalities for those diagnosed with ADHD—and that drugs correct them—is false.

Inattentive or hyper children can benefit greatly from changes to the home environment—and parental behavior. A family therapist shares how.

Managing Your Time  Make to-do lists Set goals and deadlines for yourself  Be aware of your own personal limits - it is okay to take a break! Ask for help Time Management Skills Adopting new time management skills is difficult to do, especially for those that havent found what works best for them. We encourage our students to connect with the Career Development Center, to assist in building your time management skill set, organization, and setting your own path to graduation.  Student-Pa...

This week, you’ll notice a new name and a new look on this page. The Parent Resources section of Mad in America’s website is now officially the Family Resources section.

Do you need help getting your kids to be more active? VIDEO: Do you need help getting your kids to be more active? By Dawndy Mercer Plank | May 5, 2021 at 2:07 PM EDT - Updated May 5 at 6:50 PM COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - How much exercise are your children getting? Federal guidelines call for kids to be physically active for 60 minutes per day, but many U.S. children are not achieving that. The barriers to children’s physical activity have been somewhat challenging during the ongoing COVI...

Dr. Sami Timimi: How enriching emotional energies can improve family relationships; practical tips for parents and families.

The Nurtured Heart Approach Instead of Drugs: An Interview with Howard Glasser 1394 This episode of “Mad in the Family” focuses on a non-drug method to bringing out the best in challenging children, particularly those diagnosed with “ADHD.” It is called the Nurtured Heart Approach® and its essence is that, in the words of our guest, “the same intensity that drives people crazy is actually the source of a child’s greatness.” He is the approach’s creator, family therapist Howard ...