Released on = December 13, 2005, 10:02 pm

Press Release Author = Celebrate! ADHD

Industry = Healthcare

Press Release Summary = Parents of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder (ADHD) often cringe during the holidays. The expectation of presents and
chaotic busyness can turn already energetic children into spinning tops. Celebrate!
ADHD, an education organization which provides positive solutions for families
affected by ADHD, has developed a list of "5 Christmas Tips for Children with ADHD."



Press Release Body =
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
12/14/2005


(Washington, D.C.) December 15, 2005 -- Parents of children with Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often cringe during the holidays. The expectation of
presents and chaotic busyness can turn already energetic children into spinning
tops.

Celebrate! ADHD Founder Kirk Martin has developed a list of "5 Christmas Tips for
Children with ADHD."

"Most families self-destruct and miss out on the spirit of the season," says Martin.
"We think parents can make this the most special holiday season ever by working with
their child\'s nature, instead of against it."

Martin recommends that parents take advantage of their child\'s personality and
learning style by following these five tips to enjoy a peaceful, meaningful
Christmas.

1. Give your child less stuff and more time. More presents condition our kids to be
unsettled and bored. Children with ADHD crave one-on-one time. So instead of buying
more toys with short life-spans, create lasting memories by giving coupons for
experiences your child can enjoy with you.

2. Cultivate your child\'s inner gifts, instead of focusing on buying gifts. The real
treasure this Christmas should be found inside your child, not inside Best Buy.
Confidence and a sense of purpose are built by reinforcing your child\'s natural
gifts, talents and passions. Give presents that reinforce and develop your child\'s
gifts and talents-whether it is building (LEGOS), drawing (easel and pad) or being
strategic (chess, board games).

3. Shower your child with praise, not presents. Our kids soak up positive
reinforcement because they hear it so infrequently. Want to give a gift they will
remember forever? Recognize and reward their positive qualities and catch them doing
good things.

4. Make giving, not receiving, the centerpiece of your family\'s traditions. Our kids
have big, compassionate hearts and like to be part of something meaningful. So turn
your family\'s holiday efforts to the less fortunate.

5. Take a holiday from your stress and negativity. Spend the next few weeks building
up your child. Say only positive statements. Reward progress, celebrate small wins.

Parents will be surprised how fun and meaningful the holiday season can be when they
take advantage of their child\'s creativity, gifts and talents and compassionate
heart.

For more free tips to improve your child\'s confidence, social skills and school
performance, simply request the Celebrate! ADHD newsletter by visiting
www.celebrateADHD.com or emailing Founder Kirk Martin
at ADHDcamp@aol.com .

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Celebrate! ADHD Founder Kirk Martin is a nationally recognized expert on helping
families with ADHD find positive solutions to everyday problems at home and in
school.


For More Information Contact:

Kirk Martin
ADHDcamp@aol.com
www.celebrateADHD.com



Web Site = http://www.celebrateADHD.com

Contact Details = Kirk Martin