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Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.

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Executive…What? These Functional Abilities Shed Light on Daily ADHD Challenges!

Originally posted on Flexiture* for Student Success!:
During the past decade, brain researchers have identified a set of abilities that help us manage our time, energy, resources, and talents: these skills are called “executive functions.”?? The word “executive” comes from the word “execute” or to do.? In other words, these are the skills that help…

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How to Read Research Articles to Choose Treatment Options for Your Child or Teen

In a previous post, Dr. Davenport suggested asking providers for research articles detailing the basis for their recommended treatment methods.  In this series of articles, he suggests what to look for as you read these articles. Research articles typically have a specific format and each part is important to consider when deciding whether or not […]

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EVENT: CHADD Support Group

Girls and Women with ADHD: Embracing Differences Girls and women often demonstrate symptoms of ADHD differently than boys and men.  As a result, their needs are often not addressed in a timely and appropriate manner. During this presentation, Kari Dossett, LCSW and Ellen Cook, LPC-Intern will share information about the differences in symptoms and treatment […]

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Event: The Many Faces of ADHD: Identifying & Addressing Needs Across the Lifespan

ADHD is one of the most researched and one of the most misunderstood challenges. Much of the confusion occurs because the symptoms of ADHD can appear different in children, teens, college students, women, and men.

During this 2 hour event, attendees will learn how to identify and address attention needs across the life span.

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Parenting Resilience: Overcoming Shame and Vulnerability to Help Struggling Children & Teens

In her book Daring Greatly, University of Houston shame and vulnerability expert Brene Brown, Ph.D. calls parenting “a shame and judgment minefield.” Her assessment is especially true for those of us who are raising children and teens struggling with ADHD and related executive functioning challenges. In this heart-felt article, fellow-struggler Dr Davenport provides practical advice to help you overcome the shame and stigma of ADHD so you can vulnerably address your child’s needs, encourage her strengths, and celebrate her daily successes!

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Monte W. Davenport, Ph.D.

For 20 years, Dr. Davenport’s career has been dedicated to helping families, children, teens, and adults develop skills to be successful in the classroom, at work, on the playground, and in life.

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Planner Alternatives for Students and Adults

Over the years Dr. Davenport has known many students and adults who struggle to use a standard store-bought or school-provided planner. Using a combination of the following tools, these adults and students are now experiencing success. Block Scheduling to Live your Life on Purpose (Teens & Adults) Using a No-Frills Assignment Book or Assignment Sheet […]

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Dealing with a Lazy, Impossible, Impulsive, Impatient Child or Student?

Have you ever thought these things about a struggling child or student? “He’s lazy!” She’s awfully impulsive and impatient!” “He’s hopelessly impossible!” This post will change your perspective.

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Executive…What? These Skills Shed Light on Daily ADHD Challenges! (Revised)

During the past decade, brain researchers have identified a set of abilities that help us manage our time, energy, resources, and talents: these skills are called executive functions (EF).  The good news is that weaknesses in these executive skills can be addressed!  Read on to learn more.   Earlier this month (May 2012), internationally known ADHD […]

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Using a Daily Report Card to Help with Classroom Behavior

Download Daily Report Card The Daily Report Card (DRC) can be a helpful tool to address the classroom behavior problems of children with ADHD.  The DRC helps parents and educators collaborate to identify, watch, and improve a student’s classroom behavior. The following steps offer a guide for establishing a successful Daily Report Card. Select the Areas for […]

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How Do You Turn Anger into Passion?

Anger turns into passion only when… pressed through the filter of a parent’s or teacher’s compassion. More to come. (c) 2012, Monte W Davenport, PhD

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