Dr. Brittany Ferri, PhD

Licensed Occupational Therapist
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Brittany is a registered and licensed occupational therapist who holds a PhD in Integrative Mental Health. She is the owner of a writing and consulting company called Simplicity of Health. She has direct experience in program development, behavioral health, pediatrics, and telehealth. She has published five books, lectured at 20+ OT/OTA programs, and has been quoted as a health expert by NBC News, WebMD, CNN, and other outlets.

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Parenting

ADHD And School Avoidance: Understanding The Refusal For Your Child To Go

One common battle for parents of kids with ADHD and related disorders is their children refusing to go to school. It may be difficult but proper communication with your child is the first step to handling the situation.

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Child Development

ADHD Impulsivity: What It Looks Like and How to Manage

Impulsivity is when someone acts without thinking or has trouble with self-control. For instance, the desire for immediate rewards or the inability to delay gratification is a major component of impulsivity.

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Parenting

Why Can't My Child Sit Still? Look At This Top Reason

When children have trouble sitting still, it can be related to a multitude of factors. It could just be “normal” kid energy, or it can be a result of a larger problem.

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Child Development

Sugar and ADHD: Can It Have an Impact on Symptoms?

Studies have found that consuming sugar can increase ADHD symptoms. We all know that sugar causes hyperactivity in children but the effect on kids with ADHD is worse.

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Child Development

Common Writing Problems for Kids with ADHD

Research has found that people with ADHD are more likely to have problems with writing than neurotypical people. It’s important to know and address these common writing problems early to prepare them for the challenges as they get older

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Parenting

Tips for Homeschooling a Child with ADHD

Children with ADHD need special handling and that's why more parents are choosing to homeschool their children. It is not an easy task as well so you need some strategies to help make the experience as smooth and helpful as possible for everyone for homeschooling.

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Child Development

Can Melatonin Help Kids with ADHD?

Melatonin is safe to use for children, whether they have ADHD or not. Learn more in this article.

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Child Development

Ritalin for ADHD: Uses, Doses, Side Effects, and More

Ritalin is a medication used to treat ADHD. Learn more about the side effects, risks, and cost of Ritalin.

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