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  • Think You Know ADHD? Here Are Five Common ADHD Myths

    Think You Know ADHD? Here Are Five Common ADHD Myths

    10/14/2026

    You may have heard a lot about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but not everything you hear is true. Myths about ADHD can make it harder for people to get support and understanding. When you know the facts, you can make informed decisions for yourself or your child. Myth #1: People with ADHD Can Never Focus ADHD affects attention, activity level, and impulse control. Many people think someone with ADHD can’t focus at all. In fact, people with ADHD often can focus, but they may have troub...

  • How ADHD Can Look Different in Boys and Girls

    How ADHD Can Look Different in Boys and Girls

    10/07/2025

    Does your child have ADHD? They’re not alone. According to the CDC, 7 million US children between 3 and 17 years old have been diagnosed with ADHD. Boys are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls. This is likely due to the way the condition develops in boys vs. girls. ADHD can be harder to identify in girls; they tend to have fewer behavioral problems, and symptoms are less noticeable. While boys’ behavior may seem more disruptive, girls with ADHD may be seen as daydreaming or “off in the...

  • What Is Adult ADHD?

    What Is Adult ADHD?

    11/07/2024

    Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also called “ADHD,” is a common medical condition. Research shows that about one in 20 people have ADHD. However, many people with ADHD may not know they have the condition. ADHD usually starts in childhood. Children with ADHD may have trouble staying in their seat at school. They may struggle to get their homework done and have a hard time waiting their turn or not interrupting others. Adults with ADHD often have less hyperactivity than children. However, they ...

  • Earn Rewards for Managing a Chronic Condition

    Earn Rewards for Managing a Chronic Condition

    10/08/2024

    Sometimes, staying healthy takes a little extra effort – and it’s nice when you can get rewarded for it! Parkland Community Health Plan’s Member Rewards program gives members the chance to earn reward points for completing health and wellness activities. Once you earn the points, you can use them to get gift cards and other items from a rewards catalog. One way to earn rewards: managing a chronic condition. Earn a $20 reward value when you: Complete a diabetic (retinal or dilated) eye exam (age 15 and o...

  • How Your Child’s Behavioral Health Medication Can Help Them at School

    How Your Child’s Behavioral Health Medication Can Help Them at School

    08/14/2024

    The start of a new school year can be an exciting time. But for students with behavioral health issues, it can also be challenging. Going from a relaxed summer routine to the demands of a school schedule can make it harder to cope with mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). For students with anxiety and depression, medicine can help stabilize their mood, reduce symptoms, and improve overall well-being. Students with ADHD may rely on medici...

  • All About Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD)

    All About Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD)

    06/01/2023

    You’ve probably heard of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD. It is one of the most common disorders among school-age kids, and it can continue into adulthood. People with ADHD have trouble paying attention and staying focused. Many are also hyperactive and compulsive. Boys are three to four times more likely to have ADHD than girls. Symptoms People with ADHD have a pattern of being hyperactive, impulsive, and/or not paying attention.  Symptoms may include: Not pa...

  • How to Help Your Child Succeed with ADD / ADHD

    How to Help Your Child Succeed with ADD / ADHD

    10/18/2021

    Does your child have a lot of extra energy compared to other children? Does he or she have trouble following instructions or paying attention when someone is speaking? If so, you might wonder if your child has attention deficit disorder (ADD). This is also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). You might worry that your child will have a hard time in school. In the classroom, children are expected to focus on their work—and their teachers. Here is some good news. Your child can succee...

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