Why is ADHD Underdiagnosed in Girls?
21 January 2022
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is commonly thought to affect more boys than girls. However, this is a myth – ADHD is underdiagnosed in girls
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COVID-19 and Rising ADHD Diagnoses in Teens
8 May 2021
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The latest of 13 pandemic check-in surveys fielded by ADDitude has revealed a striking increase in the number of children and adults receiving a formal
Is It Ever OK to Lie to Children? Understanding Honesty, Protection and Trust in Parenting
13 July 2026
As parents and caregivers, most of us will face moments when telling the whole truth feels incredibly difficult. Whether it’s explaining the death of a
Emotionally-Based School Refusal
22 June 2026
Emotionally-based school refusal is often associated with anxiety. But there are many emotions and internal experiences that can lead to school refusal. These include separation anxiety, social anxiety, sadness and distress.
Signs and Symptoms of Emotional Dysregulation in Girls
19 June 2026
Emotional dysregulation develops when a young person’s emotional learning processes are disrupted. This might be because they lack stable environments and relationships that facilitate socio-emotional learning, or because their caregivers aren’t able to role model effective emotional regulation.
