Transitions

Well for us transitions tend to be an issue- whether it be going from one class to another or now one school to another and not just any school we move from elementary school to middle-while this can cause anxiety in normal children it surely can cause more issues with children who have anxiety in general. so what are we going to do- with the suggestions of my son's therapist and others that impart wisdom in our lives here is our plan:
1. tour the school
2. ask friends how they are feeling towards going to the new schools
3.let him or her go to a camp at the school- ours provides a bootcamp for incoming 6th graders
4. talk about what they are anxious about- whether it be changing classes, not knowing where the classes are, meeting new friends - it could be a list of several things
5. talk with the school and see how they can help

remember be your child's advocate-

defiant behavior

DO you have a child that pushes your buttons- or the arguing continues with your child - read this article in ADDiTude

http://www.additudemag.com/adhd/article/879.html

Please read and get some insight