Attention span

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Research-based expectations for children's attention spans based on ages.

beyond-mogai-pride-flags: Impulsive/Hyperactive Type ADHD Pride Flag Impulsive/hyperactive type: This type of ADHD is the least common type of ADHD. It is characterized by impulsive and hyperactive behaviors without inattention and distractibility. For example: being excessively impulsive, interrupting conversations, impulse buying, blurting out answers instead of waiting to be called upon, taking risks without thinking before acting, fidgeting excessively, difficulty engaging in quiet…

Concentration is like a muscle that requires regular exercise to strengthen. Some kids are born “stronger” in this area than others, but all kids can learn strategies and engage in practices that help improve their ability to focus and sustain their attention. Here are 4 strategies to try with your child to improve his / her attention span!

Here are the top five causes of ADHD that have repeatedly shown up in researches that might explain the lagging in your child's attention span.

As the end of the school year approaches, the weather gets warmer, the kids get more antsy and attention spans decrease. Sometimes our bodies need a little extra sensory input to help us maintain an appropriate level of alertness for optimal learning. Here are some simple, sensory, quick fixes that may help children to increase their attention span throughout the school day: Add movement breaks throughout the school day. Quick brain breaks can help to increase engagement and attention for…

Want to know how to help a child focus the easy way? We've got 9 simple strategies you can implement TODAY both at home and in the classroom!

5 Reasons To Throw that Tablet Out the Window: Why Screen Time is So Bad for Young Children and Links to ADHD - screenfreeparenting.com