reception

College students are dealing with a lot of big life changes and transitions. Many times, they are experiencing new levels of stress and anxiety, and do not always know how to balance their academic schedules, workload, changes in social life, and extracurricular activities while trying to take care of themselves. Homesickness is very common as … Read more

Many individuals are confused about what is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder or ADHD. At CNLD, we utilize the work of various researchers in the field to help explain. One individual who provides clear and concise explanations of ADHD is Joel Nigg, PhD. He has written two excellent resources for parents and professionals: Getting Ahead of ADHD: What … Read more

Transgender and gender nonconforming individuals experience severe discrimination that has a significant effect on mental health leading to high rates of depression and suicide. Unfortunately, people in the trans community are sometimes denied necessary mental and physical health care due to their gender identity. Advocacy from the trans community has increased development of more trans-affirmative … Read more

Next month, Emerson School in Ann Arbor will be one of the first to screen the film NORMAL ISN’T REAL – Succeeding with Learning Disabilities and ADHD. It will be shown on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 6:30pm in the Arts and Innovation Center at Emerson School. There is no cost to attend and it is open … Read more

Dr. Lisa Woodcock-Burroughs, Ph.D., Assistant Director Youth from many backgrounds participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, clubs, music, dance, etc. Among high school students, this participation has been linked with a host of positive outcomes such as increased academic achievement, better school attendance, engagement in fewer risk-taking behaviors, and better psychological adjustment, just to … Read more

Parenting a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is no easy feat. In addition to the typical trials of being a parent, children with ADHD can have school and home difficulties that require extra patience and understanding. “Why does my child need 1001 reminders to finish a task?” ADHD can have an impact on executive … Read more

When you have an upcoming exam, consider making a study plan. “Many days.  Many ways.” is a helpful way to remember your overall goals for studying.  Think about a variety of ways to study, assigning each method to a different day of the week.  By the time test day arrives, you will have given yourself … Read more

Jen McCulloch, LMSW Psychotherapist Executive Function Coach Certified School Social Worker   Children may worry about friends, school work, fitting in, or a number of other things. The staff at CNLD are trained to help children identify and manage the feelings of anxiety and stress that can feel overwhelming. But, what can parents do to … Read more

Lisa Woodcock-Burroughs, Ph.D., NCSP Licensed Clinical Psychologist Nationally Certified School Psychologist All children, adolescents and adults with disabilities may be entitled to school-based accommodations.  Accommodations are a way of leveling the playing field, as it were, and removing barriers. Some accommodations are temporary and put into place without these formal documents. For example, many of … Read more

Lisa Woodcock-Burroughs, Ph.D., NCSP Licensed Clinical Psychologist Special education services are delivered via an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). An IEP can include specialized instruction, related services (i.e. occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, school social work) and school-based accommodations. Some children are able to access adult support, such as paraprofessional support, throughout the … Read more