
What I Wish the World Knew About My Child’s ADHD
ADDitude magazine asked readers to share what they most wish the neurotypical world would understand and respect about attention deficit disorder. Read more >>

What I Wish the World Knew About My Child’s ADHD
ADDitude magazine asked readers to share what they most wish the neurotypical world would understand and respect about attention deficit disorder. Read more >>

ADHD, Anxiety or Both? [presentation]
Glen Elliott, PhD, MD, psychiatrist and former Medical Director at CHC, and Chris Harris, MEd, Chief Education Officer, discuss how behaviors associated with ADHD and anxiety may both occur in the same individual but also can mimic each other, leading Read more >>

American Psychiatric Association [web resource]
The American Psychiatric Association is primarily a professional organization of psychiatrists working together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental illness, including substance use disorders. As a service to the community, the American Psychiatric Association Read more >>

Getting on an IEP [presentation]
An IEP, or Individualized Education Plan must be in place for a student to receive special education services. Chris Harris, the Director of CHC’s Esther B. Clark School, explains what an IEP is, the eligibility requirements for an IEP, and Read more >>

Twice-Exceptionality (2e): What Does It Mean and Why Does It Matter? [presentation]
CHC’s Vivien Keil, Ph.D., and Ann Smith, Executive Director of Gifted Support Center, define what it means to be twice exceptional — that is, both gifted and challenged by a learning difference. The presenters also discuss the mental health needs of Read more >>

California Department of Education: Social Emotional Learning Resource Guide [downloadable]
There is a growing body of research proving that social and emotional learning (SEL) is fundamental to academic success, and must be woven into the work of every teacher in every classroom and every after school and summer enrichment program, Read more >>

Bullying and Youth with Disabilities and Special Health Needs [downloadable]
Children with disabilities—such as physical, developmental, intellectual, emotional, and sensory disabilities—are at an increased risk of being bullied. Any number of factors— physical vulnerability, social skill challenges, or intolerant environments—may increase the risk. Research suggests that some children with disabilities Read more >>

Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network [web resource] [downloadable]
GLSEN (pronounced “glisten”) stands for the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network, a national education organization working to create safe schools for all students. Read more >>

What Every Parent Should Know About Working Memory
Think about the series of commands you might give your child on a school night: “It’s time for bed! Put away your toys, change into your PJs, and brush your teeth!” Maybe your child put away his toys and got Read more >>

Helping Kids with Executive Functioning Issues Manage Behavior [presentation]
An important aspect of developing Executive Functioning (EF) skills is the ability to manage oneself and one’s behavior. This session covers EF and the relationship of the mind and body in developing self-awareness. Learn strategies to increase self-monitoring and self-regulation Read more >>