HOME ABOUT S2W / About Us / Our Founder & CEO / Our Staff / S2W Philosophy / Testimonials  PROGRAMS / ADHD Solutions / The Nurtured Heart Approach SERVICES / Biofeedback / Family Enrichment / Individual Counseling / Marriage Enrichment / Parenting Classes /  Trainings / CONTACT US   Embracing the Greatness in Children Seeing the goodness...                                                                                                                     People with ADHD move to the beat of a different drummer.  Research has shown that the brains of children with ADHD function differently.  We all need to understand that different can be good!  Why not turn those problems into strengths and view the difference as a gift? Loporto reports that ADHD types have on average, 20% higher IQs than the rest of the population, due to their lateral thinking ability that allows for thinking outside the box which provides for an amazing problem solving capacity. The tributes or challenging aspects of ADHD individuals can become positive strengths.  Creativity: Many people with ADHD are extremely creative and imaginative.  They are often graced with tremendous originality and expressiveness.  Their fresh, inventive imagination is a powerful tool! Adventurousness: What about the risk taking that sometimes comes along with ADHD?  What if we change our perception by viewing this as adventurousness and daring, rather than in the negative sense?  Some of the most prominent people in business moved up in the business world because of their willingness to take risks. Looking at the Big Picture: People with ADHD are often criticized for missing details and losing focus, yet they are often magnificent at looking at the whole picture.  They are often very perceptive and can look at all sides of a situation, rather than keeping narrow, one sided view.  They are drawn to abstract ideas. Thinking Outside the Box: Thinking outside the box is a common thread among people with ADHD.  They may think differently.  They are nonconformists and they can generate powerfully imaginative ideas because they do think outside the boundaries that impede most of us. Comfortable with Change and Chaos: Individuals with ADHD live with chaos and confusion!  Yet with specific coping strategies they adapt well.  They are able to thrive under pressure. Lots of Energy: Being “on the go” can be good. People with ADHD may have lots of energy. They are gung ho and ready for action.  They often have outgoing, spontaneous, passionate personalities. Our perceptions of others have a powerful affect.  Therefore, if we can turn the often thought of debilitating symptoms of ADHD around, seeing them in a more positive light it will be more helpful for all involved.  Looking at the things differently or “outside the box” gives us more insight about how to best teach to the strengths and how to best value the differences.  We need to learn how to embrace the greatness within others. 517.787.WISH (9474)