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She gets good grades. How much prompting does it take for her to get started? Cynthia Hammer and Dr. Palmer discuss the small classroom clues adults can miss when girls mask ADHD. Watch: youtu.be/1RQVNO3O2ec #FINDtheADHDgirls #ADHDinGirls
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“I wish someone had found me.” Lola Love Hawkins’s sons were diagnosed with ADHD in childhood. In her fifties, she’s still waiting for an official diagnosis. FTAG is a nonprofit working to help girls with ADHD be recognized and diagnosed before age 8.
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Cassandra Jones shares how exhausting it was to mimic others to fit in, in this clip from FINDtheADHDgirls (FTAG). Share with a teacher. findtheadhdgirls.org/resourc… FTAG is a nonprofit working to help girls with ADHD be recognized and diagnosed before age 8.
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Our checklist uses everyday examples to help adults notice patterns worth discussing with a qualified professional. It is a starting point for a conversation, not a diagnosis. Explore the checklist: findtheadhdgirls.org/checkli…
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A tidy page or a quiet classroom presence may leave part of her experience unseen. Ask what it takes for her to get through the day. Download the hidden-signs handout: findtheadhdgirls.org/adhd-hi…
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Start with one question: ADHD in girls. What is one thing you wish you understood better about ADHD in girls? We would love to know what brought you here.
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Awareness continues after October. Explore our resources: findtheadhdgirls.org/resourc… #ADHDinGirls
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Before calling a girl “difficult,” ask what’s difficult for her. Culture and bias can shape whether ADHD in girls of color is recognized. Here’s what adults can do: findtheadhdgirls.org/when-cu…
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Which challenge most affects your daughter’s day? A. Inattention B. Impulsivity C. Emotional dysregulation D. Social difficulties Reply with a letter, or a combination. What do you wish others understood? #ADHDinGirls #FINDtheADHDgirls
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4 Activities in 30 Days! Become an ADHD Advocate for Girls and help girls with ADHD be recognized sooner. Join our community, complete 4 activities, earn your badge, and receive our Advocate newsletter. Join us: findtheadhdgirls.org/advocat… #ADHDgirls #ADHDAwareness
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Saturday reminder for parents raising a daughter with ADHD: make room for something you both enjoy. Follow her curiosity. Laugh together. A quiet moment of connection counts, too. Make room for joy, just as she is. 💜 #FINDtheADHDgirls
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Daydreaming. Forgetfulness. Trouble organizing. Could these everyday struggles be signs of ADHD in a girl you know? Our free 10-minute checklist can help you look more closely. An awareness tool, not a diagnosis. findtheadhdgirls.org/checkli…
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A girl can be surrounded by classmates and still feel alone. Explore what belonging means for girls with ADHD, with ideas for parents and teachers to help them feel understood, valued, and connected at school. findtheadhdgirls.org/beyond-…
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Before calling her “defiant,” ask: Did she understand? Does she know how to start? Is she overwhelmed? Get curious about what’s making it hard. Could ADHD be part of the picture? Explore our free awareness checklist: findtheadhdgirls.org/checkli… #ADHDinGirls #FINDtheADHDgirls
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Thinking differently doesn’t make a girl lazy or stupid. She deserves support for what’s difficult and encouragement to explore her ideas, interests, and strengths. Help girls feel understood. findtheadhdgirls.org/resourc… #ADHDinGirls #FINDtheADHDgirls
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“Where’s my backpack?” Try a hook where she naturally drops her bag. Start small, choose the spot together, and practice using it. Our carousel shares 5 organizing tips for homes with ADHD kids. Save it for later! FINDtheADHDgirls.org #ADHDParenting
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Coach, Scout leader, or youth mentor? Get our FREE guide to supporting girls ages 5–10 with ADHD. Code: YOUTHFREE26 Select Individual. One use per user. Ends Oct 24, 11:59 p.m. findtheadhdgirls.org/store/y…
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Her room can be messy and she can still deserve a joyful afternoon. This Sunday, make room for something she loves. The to-do list can have a pause. #ADHDinGirls #FINDtheADHDgirls
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She can focus on drawing but struggle to start homework. Interest can help girls with ADHD sustain attention. Wondering about other signs? Try our 10-minute checklist—an awareness tool, not a diagnosis: findtheadhdgirls.org/checkli…
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Choosing a therapist for your child with ADHD? Our free handout covers support by age and questions to ask: findtheadhdgirls.org/adhd-th… Find more free parent handouts: findtheadhdgirls.org/resourc…
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