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    Frustrated and upset with both of us!...

    Every time I look through my son's bookbag, I become depressed. Bear is 10, a 5th grade student, and he's a bright kid (or at least appears to be!). Academically, he can always pass the proficiency tests without too much trouble. His problem is organization and motivation. I realize he is...
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    Son's first scrimmage!...

    My son is a little version of me -- and this means he inherited my jawline, my nose, my talkative nature, my cheerful demeanor AND my profound lack of coordination. :) He expressed interest in football, so we signed him up. He has worked VERY hard (as the sweaty laundry pile can attest) and...
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    Child has honesty issues?...

    Hi! So, my son, 10, has a little problem with being honest. Now, I recognize that kids lie. Grownups do it to, and it's not uncommon. What worries me is how glibly my son lies and how often I catch him doing it. Today's situation? I work at a school 5 minutes from home. My son is still on...
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    Hello!...

    Hi! I just found this forum, and I'm pleased it exists. I've always believed children should come with instructional manuals and tech support. :) I am a working mom with a working husband. Our only child is a 10 year old boy with some ADHD troubles. By and large, he's a good kid. I have my...