Historically, ADHD has been associated with hyperactive, impulsive boys. Years ago few girls were diagnosed because their symptoms were more easily masked because they tend to be less stereotypically hyperactive. However, a new study shows that from 2003 to 2011 there has been a 55% increase in ADHD diagnoses in girls. A prevalence rate increase …
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A Dallas Middle School’s relationship driven discipline
My best friend who happens to be a family therapist in East Texas is fond of telling everyone that “rules without relationship equals rebellion.” He’s found that principle applies to most every family he’s met and I agree. That also could be applied to our schools. At Medrano Middle School in the Dallas I.S.D. they have …
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