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April 22, 2013 - CADDAC National Director

If Your Child Has ADHD You Could Qualify for a Tax Credit in Canada

Dr. Kenny Handelman, Psychiatrist and ADHD expert, explains the federal disability tax credit in his article for Huffington Post. Canadians struggling with ADHD impairment should read about this tax credit, and perhaps relieve at least some of their (f

April 18, 2013 - CADDAC National Director

What you eat and ADHD

Are certain foods exacerbating your child’s ADHD symptoms? According to ADDitude, some studies have shown that this may be the case if your child has a food sensitivity. An elimination diet may help to pinpoint sensitivities, and allow some symptoms to

April 9, 2013 - CADDAC National Director

CBC RADIO: Diagnosing ADHD - Are we getting it right?

This morning our Executive Director, Heidi Bernhardt, was interviewed for CBC Radio's The Current, talking about ADHD. The program took a look at the jump in rates of ADHD diagnoses over the last ten years. You can currently listen to the program onlin

April 5, 2013 - CADDAC National Director

Information on ADHD for Adolescents

We know ADHD can be frustrating & seem mysterious. Here's some answers to common questions from adolescents. That's why CADDAC put together this page on our website full of helpful information for anyone curious or unsure about the topic. Follow th

March 27, 2013 - CADDAC National Director

LDAQ Montreal Chapter 1: Parent Conference: Toolbox for Success

Top Montreal professionals discussing topics on ADHD & LD. Dr. Lily Hechtman will be presenting on ADHD & Comorbidities. Date: Sunday April 28, 2013 Time: 8am - 4:45pm Location: Ruby Foo's Hotel 7644 Decarie Blvd. Montreal, H4P 2H2 Cost: $65 for indivi

March 27, 2013 - CADDAC National Director

CADDAC Presents: ADHD from Pre-school to College and Beyond

Come on out and join us for a full day of presentations geared to families dealing with ADHD. Our morning sessions will be divided between the science of ADHD and how ADHD presents at different stages in life, followed by a unique brief presentation by