Learning to drive is a rite of passage for almost all teens. Using a private vehicle to get around can be huge for self-esteem. It can also make life easier. Buses and Ubers are never going to be as comfortable or as stressless as driving to class, to therapy, or to a bestie’s house.…… Continue reading POTS and Learning to Drive
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Hypermobility and ADHD? Take Stability, Proprioception, Pain and Fatigue Into Account Before Labeling Behavior
ADHD is a disorder that is diagnosed clinically. This means that there are no brain examinations, no measures that are not behavioral, when determining whether or not to give a child this label. The younger the child, the less accurate behavioral measurements are. But the risks in quickly giving a child this label are significant.…… Continue reading Hypermobility and ADHD? Take Stability, Proprioception, Pain and Fatigue Into Account Before Labeling Behavior