Tag Archives: ADHD

Special Needs and Divorce: What Does the Data Say?

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Dr. G

New data…Older siblings who can assist in caregiving may play an important role in maintaining family stability and It’s less stigmatizing to have a child with an autism spectrum disorder than it is to have one with a psychiatric disorder. Continue reading →

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Thinking “Orange”: Warm Hearts…The family’s role in spiritual development is magnified when kids have disabilities…as well as the church’s role (Part Two)

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Dr. G

I’ve found many church leaders to be very short-sighted in their conceptualization of disability ministry, resulting in the need for more family-centered approaches. How are the kids in the family supposed to come to know and love Jesus if we’re not prepared to welcome the parents to church…and all the other activities we’ve found to be helpful in facilitating spiritual growth? Continue reading →

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Thinking Orange: “Warm Hearts”…The family’s role in spiritual development is magnified when kids have disabilities…as well as the church’s role (Part One of Two)

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Dr. G

Parents of kids with disabilities are often dragging along quite a bit of baggage. Many of them have their own struggles and limitations that undermine the best of intentions when it comes to their personal spiritual development and the spiritual development of their kids. Follow-through may be difficult for many parents, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t want to. The church plays an invaluable role by walking with them, encouraging them and helping them to take the next step. Continue reading →

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Are We Providing a Service or Leading a Movement? (Part Two)

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Dr. G

Key Ministry has a unique leadership role in the Movement in equipping the church to connect with families of kids with emotional or behavioral disorders that may not widely be viewed as “disabilities” but nevertheless pose barriers to family church participation. Continue reading →

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One Family’s Story: Rebecca and Jamie Adam…following up

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Dr. G

As a church we really need to emphasize the importance of that child’s faith over any outward behavior. Not every child has the ability to sit quietly for an entire sermon or look and act appropriately in front of adults, but every child has the ability to have a loving relationship with Jesus. Continue reading →

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ADHD and Spiritual Development: Tying it All Together

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Dr. G

What if God allows some kids and adults to have ADHD so that He might use their condition to connect them to their larger family in Christ? What if he created them with a unique set of traits and abilities to carry out a special role on His team?
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Harmony Hensley: Welcoming Ministry Environments for Kids With ADHD (Part Two)

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Dr. G

Harmony discusses use of wall color, wall decor and signage in environments for kids with ADHD, along with thoughts for churches contemplating a new construction project or renovation. Continue reading →

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Barb Dittrich: My ADHD Sundays

Posted on October 17, 2010 by Dr. G

Do we sit down front where she is more engaged or sit in the back where fewer people see and judge our parenting skills? Wherever we are seated, she must be sandwiched between her father and I so that no physical tussles with siblings recur. Continue reading →

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Could ADHD be a Blessing to Christ Followers?

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Dr. G

Let’s look at how having ADHD might be of benefit to a Christian.
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What Can Parents Do to Help Kids With ADHD Grow in Faith?

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Dr. G

Families who pray together regularly, engage in regular Bible study or devotions, serve together on a regular basis and regularly attend church are more likely to have kids with positive spiritual outcomes. Let’s talk about how parents can positively influence each of these practices in their kids with ADHD: Continue reading →

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