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29/10/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Supporting ADHD Kids in the Classroom - Zane's Story

My 11-year-old son, Zane, was diagnosed with ADHD in gr. 2. After having a very difficult year, he was assessed through the school. Grade 3 was like night and day. He still struggled with his emotions but he was given a very dynamic teacher and a very

09/10/2019 - CADDAC National Director

Is ADHD Recognized as a Mental Health Condition?

Thursday October 10th is World Mental Health Day. Which means that it is a great time to remind everyone that ADHD is considered a mental health condition. ADHD is medically categorized as a neurodevelopmental disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical

02/10/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

New Animated Kids Series

CADDAC is asking people of all ages, including kids, to join the discussion and share their experiences, by text, audio or video. Tell us ONE thing you wish people knew about ADHD (yes pick just one) and submit it to us or share it on social media and

02/10/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Adolescent and Adult Awareness Videos, #ADHDSpeaks, October 2019

CADDAC is asking people of all ages, including kids, to join the discussion and share their experiences, by text, audio or video. Tell us ONE thing you wish people knew about ADHD (yes pick just one) and submit it to us or share it on social media and

26/09/2019 - CADDAC National Director

Questions To Ask Your Federal Candidates on ADHD

The Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada, CADDAC has developed a set of questions aimed at parties and their candidates addressing some of the issues that families and individuals impacted by ADHD have expressed are of concern to them. The purpose of this

18/09/2019 - Juanita Beaudry

Video Tips

Find a well-lit, quiet place Use headphones with a microphone if possible Make sure your face is framed well Keep it short, less is more Trying writing down what you want to say before filming Get a friend to film you or take a selfie video Answer ONE