When we think about how to treat ADHD naturally, we are probably thinking that we do not want to dose our children with amphetamine type drugs (Ritalin, Vyvanse and Concerta) or even anti depressants like Welbutrin.We know very well that these can easily help with ADHD symptoms. We are also aware that their hyperactivity and restlessness can be reduced and we can heave a sigh of relief.. The downside is of course that these drugs...more
Fish for bluegill and other sunfish in the beginning. Sunfish (bream) are usually easy to catch because of their abundance and willingness to bite. Catching fish is important; size isn't.Plan a short trip depending on the age of the children. An hour or two is plenty for most youngsters.Pack a cooler with drinks and snacks.If you go in the summer, fish during the cooler parts of the day. Fish are usually more active in the morning...more
How can you be sure that your child may have ADHD when the child may just be hyperactive and it is just part of his energetic personality? It could just be a part of growing up or that the child is a little immature and a little bit behind all the other kids. The first thing to do when looking for help for child with ADHD is to get a proper diagnosis.Why does everybody rush in to pronounce ADHD and not even do a proper diagnosis? Before rushing to the pediatrician's office, you may actually want to see if things improve gradually and if they do, that may well be a sign that it is NOT ADHD, after all. If the disruptive behavior, hyperactivity and inattention persist for more than six months, it may well be time to seek a proper diagnosis.This is the advice given by Dr William Sears who has written an article on this vexed subject in Parenting magazine. He has suggested that keeping a diary of the main problems and issues as they occur, can help to establish whether there is any improvement or not.If diagnosis is confirmed, child behavior modification should be the first priority in getting help for a child with ADHD. We can call this by any name we like but unless...more
Some parents are tempted by the fact that new medication drugs which are basically psychostimulants, may well be the answer to finding a cure for their ADHD child. They have blind faith in such drugs and if they live in the USA, this is not at all surprising as the majority of Americans favor pills over everything else. So, for these...more
Is there an ADHD cure? The bad news is that there is no ADHD cure as such and certainly the psychostimulant drugs on their own are only one part of possible treatment. In addition, the same drugs have caused so much controversy that many parents steer clear of them altogether. This was made clear in a recent study by Consumer Reports...more
One of the many reasons that we decide to become an Entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor is because we want to be able to provide a great future for our children and families. We want to be able to pass something on to the next generation. Many Investors have the idea in mind that long after they are gone, they will be able to leave something to their offspring. Property is about the best gift that someone can leave behind. The recipient can remodel and sell or if selling isn't the way your family member wants to go, they could always keep the property within the family for years to come. There are quite a few reasons why buying property for your kids could be a great idea. For example, once you have decided to purchase real estate for your college kid, you can begin to teach them about buying, owning and selling a real piece of property. Investing allows you give them valuable lessons, showing them all of the ins and outs of the real estate business. It is important to teach your college bound kid the basics of investing. Being able to teach your children how to handle money and property is a great way to teach them about responsibility, the importance of handling...more
Kids Halloween CostumesWhen we are young there is nothing more fun to dress up in different costumes and pretend to be a princess or a knight in shining armour. Playing make believe is a very important part of growing up and as a parent this sort of...more
Moving can be an exciting time for your family, and summer is the time when the majority of families choose to move. However, it can also be a sad and stressful time. Children may have different feelings about your family's move:...more
Board Games Using Physical Skills Board games of Physical Skills or also known as dexterity games are those that need coordination, physical, and mental abilities to dominate the game. They put players to an ultimate test since they require...more
The Defying Monopoly Board GameThe most commercially successful among board games is Monopoly which has been played by over 500 million people in the United States and worldwide. The game was published in 1935 originally patented by Charles Darrow...more
www.YOUVIXX.com When boredom looms and the weather's hot, get everyone involved in summer crafts for kids. Kids are always excited to be free from the school routine when they are let out for summer break, but it isn't long until...more
Numerous issues crop up as an aftermath of divorce. In case there is a child, the chief question that arises is who gets the custody. The State of Maryland has accepted the Uniform Child Custody Act as early as 1957. As per the guidelines of the Act,...more