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24.01.2022 Confused by debate about whether ADHD is actually a real thing? Heres a report on the largest brain imaging study of its kind, and the evidence it provides for ADHD being very much a real disorder. https://theconversation.com/imaging-study-confirms-differen
23.01.2022 What teachers see: How ADHD impacts on learning at different ages. https://www.understood.org//what-teachers-see-how-adhd-imp
22.01.2022 Concerned you may have ADHD yourself? Heres a brief test from the World Health Organisation that can tell you whether its worth further investigation. https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org//psych_adhd_screener.pdf
21.01.2022 Yes, big emotions are very much a part of ADHD. Read 9 truths about ADHD and intense emotions here. https://www.additudemag.com//9-Truths-About-ADHD-and-Inten
21.01.2022 "ADHD is the diabetes of psychiatry". The brilliant Russel Barkley explains how to treat ADHD based on science. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tpB-B8BXk0&feature=share
20.01.2022 ADHD rarely travels alone... Here's the break down of the most commonly co-occurring conditions. https://www.understood.org//chil/add-adhd/adhd-comorbidity
19.01.2022 We can do better for our kids with ADHD! The stigma needs to end. We need to do more to help, and we need to do it differently. Lets all play our part and rethink ADHD.
17.01.2022 A fantastic resource for parents here - plug in the challenge you and your child are facing, along with your childs age, and browse through the suggested strategies from the experts. https://www.understood.org/en/tools/parenting-coach
17.01.2022 Health and allied health professionals - time to refresh your knowledge? These Clinical Practice Points for assessment and management of ADHD in children and adolescents from the NHMRC are a great starting point. https://nhmrc.gov.au//clinical-practice-points-adhd-childr
16.01.2022 Does the idea of stimulant medication for children make you uncomfortable? Check your understanding here... https://childmind.org//will-adhd-medication-change-my-chi/
16.01.2022 Educators! Connect with the School Inclusion Network of Educators. No cost to join and an abundance of support and knowledge there for the taking. http://allmeansall.org.au/sine-school-inclusion-network-ed/
16.01.2022 Jane has made it through to the final round on Diversity Challenge! Will she win that brand new car??
15.01.2022 ADHD medication - Heres how and why it helps. https://www.understood.org/en/image-viewer
14.01.2022 This TED talk may change your entire perspective on ADHD. Entertaining, thought-provoking, inspiring. Well worth the watch! https://www.youtube.com/watch
12.01.2022 Girls and women with ADHD often fly under the radar. With girls we need to look beyond the stereotype. https://childmind.org//how-to-tell-if-your-daughter-has-a/
08.01.2022 Here are some very practical strategies to get you started with supporting children with ADHD in the classroom and in the home. https://www.rch.org.au//ADHD_ways_to_help_children_at_sch/
08.01.2022 For health and allied health professionals - find your extensive ADHD practice guidelines here: https://www.ranzcp.org//Gui/Adult-ADHD-practice-guidelines
08.01.2022 Theres so much more to ADHD treatment than medication alone! This article offers a very brief introduction to behavioural interventions. https://childmind.org/arti/behavioral-treatments-kids-adhd/
07.01.2022 WELCOME! Rethink ADHD is an initiative of Parents for ADHD Advocacy Australia - a national community group run on a volunteer basis by dedicated parents of children with ADHD. The aim of the Rethink ADHD campaign is to drive a shift in the way that children with ADHD are responded to in Australia. We aim to inform all Australians of the facts around ADHD so that our children are no longer subject to misunderstanding and stigma. We aim to inspire education and health pr...ofessionals to seek out the most up to date and reliable information about ADHD, so that that our children receive the support they deserve. We hope that this campaign will help spark the changes our children need so that they get their fair shot at living their best lives. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!
07.01.2022 So why do we need to rethink ADHD? Heres a snapshot...
07.01.2022 Some practical suggestions for parents and carers of little people with ADHD https://www.kidsmatter.edu.au//attent/suggestions-families
06.01.2022 This tool kit has been put together by inclusive education experts to assist educators with supporting diverse learners in their classrooms and schools. A fantastic resource to support our teachers! http://allmeansall.org.au/for-educators/
06.01.2022 ADHD is currently UNDERdiagnosed and UNDERtreated in Australia. Its an unfortunate fact. This short TED talk highlights the very real risks faced by people with undiagnosed and untreated ADHD. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=1zGkqS0ZUBA
05.01.2022 Think you know ADHD? Fact check here!
04.01.2022 Wondering what it feels like to have ADHD? https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=4&v=NL483G4xKu0
04.01.2022 Some very do-able adaptations for teachers and child carers. https://www.kidsmatter.edu.au//suggestions-schools-and-ear
02.01.2022 The ADHD iceberg not just for teachers! This is a brilliant way to get your head around the full impacts of ADHD. Download your poster version here: https://www.additudemag.com/do/explaining-adhd-to-teachers/
02.01.2022 ADHD rarely travels alone... Heres the break down of the most commonly co-occurring conditions. https://www.understood.org//chil/add-adhd/adhd-comorbidity
02.01.2022 From "Mental derangement" to "Fidgety Phillip" to "Hyperkenesis"... ADHD has a long and colourful history! https://www.youtube.com/watch
02.01.2022 Are you concerned your child may have ADHD? Here are some signs and symptoms for children of various ages. https://www.understood.org//39331f58d43d4e5a86d855d6472a82
01.01.2022 "Eight things I wish people knew about parenting a child with ADHD" https://www.understood.org//8-things-i-wish-people-knew-ab
01.01.2022 Comedian and ADHD advocate Rick Green fills us in on some ADHD facts... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Rl98TYQYzU
