Dr. Carrie Jackson, PhD

Licensed Child Psychologist
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Carrie Jackson, Ph.D. is a licensed child psychologist, speaker, and author working in San Diego, California. She has published over 20 articles and book chapters related to parenting, ADHD, and defiance. Dr. Carrie Jackson received her Ph.D. in Psychology, with a specialization in Clinical Child Psychology, from West Virginia University in 2020. She completed her predoctoral internship at Rady Children’s Hospital through the University of California, San Diego. She then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Nationwide Children’s Hospital before returning to San Diego, California to open her private practice.

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Dr. Carrie Jackson, PhD

Parenting

Best Homeschool Curriculum for ADHD Child: Choosing the Right Program to Support Your Child's Learning Needs

Discover the perfect homeschool curriculum for your ADHD child with our comprehensive guide. Find the best program that caters to their unique needs, and promotes effective learning.

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Parenting

How to Help a Perfectionist Child with ADHD: Practical Tips and Strategies for Managing Perfectionism

Empower your perfectionist child with ADHD through practical tips and strategies. Learn effective ways to support and guide them, fostering a healthy mindset, resilience, and self-acceptance.

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Parenting

How to Nurture Empathy in Children with ADHD: Practical Tips for Parents and Teachers

Discover practical tips for teaching empathy to ADHD children. Learn effective strategies to help them understand and connect with others on a deeper level.

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Parenting

5 Tips for Finding the Right Tutor to Help ADHD Students

Discover five valuable tips to help you find the ideal tutor who understands ADHD challenges and can provide effective support.

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Parenting

Overwhelmed With Homework? How Students With ADHD Can Get Back On Track

Explore tailored study techniques, organizational methods, and time management tips to transform homework from a stressful chore into a manageable task.

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Parenting

ADHD Child Failing at School? Here's What Parents Can Do

A child with ADHD is more likely to get poor grades but these strategies can help: working with school staff, creating a positive environment for learning at home, getting accommodations, and teaching strong study habits.

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Parenting

Teach Your Child with ADHD to Follow Directions: Effective Strategies for Parents and Caregivers

Discover strategies and techniques to engage their attention, foster better focus, and promote successful learning. Empower your child with ADHD to thrive academically and socially.

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Child Development

What Does ADHD Feel Like to a Child? Exploring Symptoms, Emotions, and Experiences

The symptoms of ADHD can vary substantially from person to person and affect people's lives in different ways. In children, you may observe inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.

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Child Development

ADHD Child Hurting Animals? Discover The Shocking Link

Children with ADHD are at an increased risk of hurting animal. A few reasons why they might hurt animals include, exposure to violence, trouble controlling emotions, anxiety, peer pressure and difficulty understanding the consequences of their actions.

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