Comments on: It’s Not ADD; It’s Childhood.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:17:59 +0000

I think that kids need to be kids. Not be doing chores and homework all the time, I’m in 7th grade and I have so much to do, theres barely anytime I can just have for myself. I don’t concentrate on homework because it’s plain stupid, people get overly stressed because of it (I’m one of those people). I do concentrate on my computer, my wii, and everything else, that doesnt involve school, and I’m accused of having ADHD because I can be hyper at times and “I dont concentrate”. I only concentrate on the things I want to, not school or homework… and who cant blame people to be hyper at times if they have to just sit around at school? Thats why I’m hyper when I am… because to much sitting around! So, my whole point is, if kids dont concentrate, they NEED to be kids and it doesnt mean that they have ADD or ADHD!

By: Future Chimney Sweeper

Future Chimney Sweeper — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:10:47 +0000

Anyone know how to be a chimney sweeper? I hear it gives good pay

By: Shelley T

Shelley T — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:14:40 +0000

I think this is an excellent article, my son is experiencing this and he is only in grade 2. I could already see how some teachers are already branding him. How can I have my son take part in Oxford Learning. I’m sure he can benefit from this type of learning.

By: Hanna

Hanna — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:08:19 +0000

Overall I like your article. But the statement: “If your child can focus on some things, but not on others, it isn’t ADD; it’s childhood.” is flat-out wrong. Being able to focus on some things but not others is a hallmark of ADD – it’s usually called hyperfocus. Just google hyperfocus… Here is a link to the first article that came up: http://www.additudemag.com/adhd/article/612.html

By: Joe - Oxford Learning

Joe - Oxford Learning — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:08:08 +0000

Hi Tracey – thanks but unfortunately we do not have locations in the UK at this time. Thanks so much. An engaged parent makes all of the difference. Joe

By: Tracey Lecointe

Tracey Lecointe — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:14:54 +0000

Your article speaks about teaching techniques to children which help them pay attention. Are there opportunities to learn these skill in the UK? This sounds just what my son needs.