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Washington Post: Study Finds Possible Link Between Childhood Deaths and Stimulants for ADHD - washingtonpost.com My response to the above headline is just below. Further down, I added some of the follow-up discussion from people who have struggled with ADHD. Children with ADHD are several times more likely to have accidental injuries requiring emergency room treatment and die from accidental causes; ADHD teens are more likely to have serious automobile accidents and are at a much higher risk of unwanted pregnancy. The negative impact of ADHD on academic performance, peer acceptance, and self-esteem can be enormous -- all contributing to negative adult outcomes. ADHD is a significant childhood difficulty with many significant risks. All of the pros and cons have to be weighed in making a decision on how to support ADHD children in achieving better outcomes. Best wishes, Ken See some of the follow-up comments posted in this Washington Post discussion: Greg Sleter at 9:34am...

Mr Little, I came upon your website after seeing a link on Facebook. I have been searching for information on Behavior Modification camps, programs, or specialists in my area all week as we have reached a breaking point with my 13 year old son. I think he definitely needs a behavior modification program that is aggressive and he needs it soon. The only camps I could find in the New England area are $6000 to $8900 per month for a residential program and this is not a possible option for my family financially. Can you make any recommendations for doctors and/or programs in Southern NH for that could benefit us? I live just outside of Manchester, NH. Any information you can share would be appreciated. Reply: Dear xxxxxx, I'm and very sorry for your struggles. I really can't wade in with an informed opinion as I do not know your son or situation. However, I do have some thoughts and suggestions that I can offer for your consideration. Suggestions: Find a Child ...

Behavioral Problems Families and schools have a wide range of ideas and beliefs about what constitutes a behavior problem and a range of expectations for what level of behavioral compliance is reasonable. Further, our understanding of what "normal behavior" is not well understood. One informal study estimates that average children follow approximately 70% of their parent’s instructions. Is that good, bad, or medium? That depends on the family’s expectations for compliance. Family "A" may think that 70% compliance is fantastic, while family "B" sees it as horrible. The same applies to school systems and teachers. Expectations for behavioral compliance alter the way in which behavior is assessed and interpreted. Behavior problems beyond what is developmentally appropriate (one would hardly expect a toddler or a teen to be completely well behaved) can and should be seen as an indication that something is wrong, that the child or adolescent is in distre...

Education: Tufts University Degree: Master of Arts Major Subject Area: School Psychology Professional Experience: 25 Years of clinical experience working in residential, day treatment, and public school settings with children, adolescents, and families struggling with behavioral and educational challenges. Kenneth H. Little, MA Consulting Services New Hampshire 603-726-1006 KenLittle50@gmail.com / www.achieve-es.com