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ADHD - What's Really Going On in the Brain
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ADHD – What’s Really Going On in the Brain

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders in children. Children’s of Alabama clinical psychologist Dr. Wayne Fleisig breaks down what’s really happening in the brain of a child with ADHD, and how to help parents overcome challenges at home, in the classroom and beyond.

For more information about ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), Dr. Fleisig recommends these resources:

http://www.WrightsLaw.com (special education law and advocacy site for children with disabilities)

http://www.ADAP.ua.edu (Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program site for help with special education plans in Alabama)

http://www.CHADD.org (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder site for support and information)

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