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Stop Procrastinating - Get Started Now Heads Up Tips for Better Attention And Concentration Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination!- Supporting Kids with ADHD to Recover Soon - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew FinlaysonDeveloping a behavior modification program for kids having ADHD entails hardwork, dedication, commitment and cooperation between parents, teachers and caregivers. To start with the treatment plan, behavioral management should be the first step. It involves understanding new skills which can ...
Views: 1125(1 vote) - Tantrums – Toddlers - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2010 from Jim JanowiakTantrums – Toddlers Almost all parents undergo the frustration of the temper tantrum, especially in the toddler years; thus the familiar term, “the terrible twos”. Understanding the reason for the temper tantrums and knowing whether this is appropriate although unwanted behavior for your ...
Views: 1579(2 votes) - The ADHD Entrepreneurial Brain-style - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2012 from Laurie Dupar“Starting your own business is like riding a roller coaster. There are highs and lows and every turn you take is another twist. The lows are really low, but the highs can be really high. You have to be strong, keep your stomach tight, and ride along with the roller coaster that you started.” ~ ...
Views: 3543(2 votes) - The Truth About Adult ADD and Follow-through - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyIf you are an adult with ADD, chances are that at some point in your life, you've felt that you are not "living up to your potential." This judgment often manifests itself when you take stock of all the great ideas you've had that have never gone anywhere, and all the unfinished projects that ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - Tricky Balance - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Carolyn StoneLately I have had balance on my mind. I am thinking of the difficult balance between a parent’s desire to protect a child and the child’s normal desire to be more independent. This balance is more tricky when with an atypical child — whether due to ADD, learning disability, or Asperger ...
Views: 1663(2 votes) - TV and Video Games: Managing Your Child's Mind - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Aryana HudsonAny parent that is aware of the effects of stress from a number of factors and why upon taking a vacation it may be difficult to relax if a person is used to the stress load draining their adrenal function. If the adrenals area used to a certain output of the cortisol hormone and others then ...
Views: 2660(3 votes) - What is ADHD? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2003 from Jeannine VirtueIt seems that the "What is ADHD" question is not very easy to answer, despite the plethora of studies, research and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity testing over the past decades. In asking the question, "What is ADHD," it is easier to answer by describing what ADHD is not. Attention Deficit ...
Views: 1521(1 vote) - Why didn't you say that before? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Joan LassalleThere are people who, when you ask them to do something, their immediate response is “why didn’t say that before.” “Before what? I just thought of it just a second ago!” I believe people who always do this are called procrastinators. When they are asked to do something, even if they ...
Views: 1721(1 vote) - Developing Pilates Training Programs for Clients with Attention Deficit Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Aliesa George"I have a question about a client with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD. She takes medication for it and sometimes it works better than others. I try to minimize distractions in and around the studio and I try to be very clear with my queing. Is there something I could be doing to focus her? ...
Views: 5893(4 votes) - Solving Workplace Challenges for People with ADHD: Working Memory - by Submitted on May 30, 2010 from Carol GignouxBecause of how the ADHD brain functions, people with this condition commonly experience several workplace challenges that can negatively impact their performance. These challenges include: Time/Task Management, Distractibility/Impulsivity; Working Memory; Organization; and ...
Views: 3247(7 votes) - ***The Importance of a Good Gut (Digestion) System - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Phil BateUnfortunately, few people realize the importance of the gut being in good balance. Add to this the fact that antibiotics kill the bacteria in the gut that is necessary for good digestion, and the yeast/fungus begins to take over leading to the disease Candida. (Antibiotics used by MD's are ...
Views: 2631(1 vote) - 3 Mistakes Typically Made By Parents of Children Diagnosed with ADHD - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Ugochukwu UcheAs a mental health therapist, I often witness parents making three mistakes when their children are diagnosed with ADHD or ADD. If you are a parent of a child or adolescent diagnosed with ADHD, read on to find out if you are currently making these mistakes, and what alternative approaches to ...
Views: 1874(1 vote) - ADHD: An Employee’s Curse or Blessing? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Robert BoroffPretty much everyone has some general understanding of what ADHD is, but very few have a real grasp on what the disorder truly entails, and many have beliefs that are very simply false. Left untreated, ADHD can have particularly negative consequences in the workplace, but if recognized and ...
Views: 1682(1 vote) - Are you an ADHD “Helicopter” Partner? - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Laurie DuparDo you hover over your spouse while they’re doing housework or completing other important tasks around the house? Do you take more than your share of responsibility for things in your ADHD relationship? Do you find it is just easier to get things done if you micro-manage your partner’s schedule ...
Views: 3910(2 votes) - Could My Child Have ADD or ADHD? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Sherrie HardyImagine a child who can play legos for hours. He loves to build the most intricate fantasy lands with castles, bridges and towns. He is also a fantastic artist. He pencils very creative cartoons. When he is doing either of those two activities, he is able to direct his concentration for long ...
Views: 1228(1 vote) - Medications: Addressing Parental Fears and Concerns - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Terry MatlenRecently, a parent came to me, conflicted over whether to follow her pediatrician's recommendation of placing her young son on medication. His difficult behaviors had escalated in recent years and after trying behavioral strategies and food elimination diets, there simply hadn't been much ...
Views: 1894(1 vote) - New Waves for Newman Neurofeedback for ADHD - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Sara SgarlatNewman was brought to my office because he needed new waves. His mother did not realize this; she just said “Newman is a mess.” Newman was a twelve-year-old male who was in the seventh grade. His mother described him as having “difficulties since day one.” He had been tested by two different ...
Views: 1220(2 votes) - Adult Attention Deficit Disorder - by Submitted on May 01, 2003 from Jeannine VirtueAttention Deficit Disorder tends to focus predominately on children, leaving the ADD adult population largely under served. Most of the information presented about Attention Deficit Disorder focuses on children, parenting and school issues. All but one ADHD medication currently on the market ...
Views: 4332(1 vote) - Cognitive Training and Therapy Can Clear the Roadblocks to Success - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Anne Sentellhttp://www.selfgrowth.com/user/294177/edit/content_expert_pageMillions of intelligent and gifted children are working far below their potential each year. We all want to insure our children’s gifts, talents, and abilities are developed to full potential, in this world of fierce competition. Children often go through school unprepared to meet the ...
Views: 2941(1 vote) - Is My Child Too Young for Counseling? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from Peggy Ann Serena Hemmer"Is My Child Too Young for Counseling"? Children, like any of us, have troubles and worries. Sometimes their troubles and worries are bigger than they know how to express or manage. A child may have experienced separation or divorce of their parents, the loss of a loved one or even ...
Views: 2289(1 vote) - Manchester United Football Club - Inspiring for the most exciting football song - by All football lovers know that Manchester United Football Club is not the richest in the world, but it is certainly the most popular. All the best football clubs have fans in countries all over the world, but their pursuit is not something that Man Utd can command. However, it must be said that ...
Views: 175(1 vote) - Manchester United Football Club - Join a fan club in your country - by If you are a fan of the Red Devils, you are a member of a very large community because this iconic football club has branches all over the world. It is believed that no less than 300 million people worldwide are devoted fans of this club. There are fan associations from Manchester United ...
Views: 173(1 vote) - What if your partner is not really lazy, clueless and ignoring you; but actually has an undiagnosed case of ADHD? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Rhonda RabowEveryone has distracted moments, we lose our keys, forget our list when we go shopping or are late for an appointment from time to time. These things happen to most of us and are considered quite normal, if annoying. However, when there is a disability involved such as ADD or ADHD, that’s when ...
Views: 2396 - *** Distractibility, Inattention, and Disorganization: Do I Have ADD or ADHD? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelSure, everyone is on the go these days—but does your life feel like the Indy Racing League? Do you spend more time in overdrive than Danica Patrick? Things can get so hectic that many people feel that they have ADD—or at the very least, that they suffer from ADD moments. For example, one driver ...
Views: 4511 - ***Dealing With Pain - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Phil BateThere are lots of prescription drugs that deal with all types of pain, but there aren't as many people that know about two non drug (and safer) pain relievers. Aloe Vera is the absolute best for relief of any type of burning pain. It seals the area, and within seconds, pain is lessened if ...
Views: 2239 - ***Dyslexia, ADD and ADHD: Change Deficit to Attribute - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from Shannon PanzoQuotes and comments are from an Article published at: http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/webwatch/2008/08/fish_out_of_water.html Subject: From A.D.H.D. to 8 Gold Medals In a recent interview with the New York Times, Deborah Phelps, middle school principal and mother of Michael Phelps, the most ...
Views: 3923 - ***How Accurate Is Scientific Testing? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2012 from Phil BateWhat is meant by "peer reviewed"? What is so-called blind and double blind testing and how accurate is it? Why do "scientists" refuse to even look at anecdotal evidence? Peer Reviewed: What this means is that persons just like the person who wrote the report thought it was accurate. ...
Views: 1979 - ***Integrated 4 Part Therapy for Autism - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Phil BateThere seem to be hundreds of therapies for autism on the market today and "on the market" seems to be the reason - money. However, there is no real integration of any of these therapies and little information for the "poor" parents with an autistic child (and "poor" is often correct as ...
Views: 2553 - ***Is Sunshine Enough? Vitamin D and ADHD - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2015 from Laurie DuparDaily, I take my vitamin B’s, vitamin C, but vitamin D? A couple of years ago a routine blood test showed that I had very low levels of vitamin D. You know, that vitamin that is produced automatically in our bodies when we are in the sunlight? Having lived in sunny California for over a ...
Views: 3191 - ***Measuring Mineral Toxicity - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Phil BateThere are three methods of measuring mineral toxicity without actually taking a biopsy of the liver. Blood Analysis: This measures only what is in the blood at the time of taking the sample. The problem with this is not only that it is limited in time, but blood levels will vary considerably ...
Views: 1967 - ***Minimizing Your Symptoms of ADD: Which Comes First…Exercise, Diet or Sleep? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2014 from Laurie DuparWhich is more important to help manage your symptoms of ADD…exercise, diet or sleep? Ideally we are fueling our bodies with nutritious food, moving our bodies with regular exercise and getting the consistent sleep we need to feel rested, alert and focused to decrease our symptoms of ...
Views: 3758 - ***Myths ADD / ADHD Adults Hold About Everyone Else - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Bonnie MincuAs a Coach for Attention Deficit Disorder Adults, I am continually struck by the fantastic beliefs that so many of those with ADHD / ADD have about the 'rest of the world' - people who are not ADD. It seems that many people with ADD think that other people carry around a magic internal clock, ...
Views: 2139 - ***Pay ATTENTION! Easier said than done for the ADHD brain - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2015 from Linda RoggliOn the spectrum of ADHD symptoms, perhaps the least understood is the inability of children and adults to pay attention to the world around them. They “space out” in the middle of conversations or are clueless about the recently revealed details of a new project at work. That “space cadet” ...
Views: 3603 - ***Suicide risk higher for girls and women with ADHD - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2013 from Linda RoggliResults of a major research study show that adolescent girls with ADHD are more likely to attempt suicide and to inflict injury on themselves than non-ADHD girls of the same age. The study, led by Stephen Hinshaw, PhD and published in the online Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, ...
Views: 3778 - ***The estrogen connection to ADHD - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2013 from Linda RoggliBefore menopause, "Sylvia" was plagued by severe PMS (now known as PMDD - Pre Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder). She had migraines each month in tandem with her period and her work suffered because she lost focus regularly. After menopause her brain fog worsened. Little did she know that her ...
Views: 11021 - ***The Obviously Toxic Bisphenol A - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Phil BateHow can BPA be toxic in Canada, but safe in the US? More and more studies conclude that BPA is toxic. Canada has declared BPA toxic. Denmark and France have restricted BPA use in numerous products. Learn more about BPA and how you can reduce exposure to this obviously toxic ...
Views: 2422 - 10 Adult Toys for ADHD Fidgeters! - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2019 from Michelle RazIf you are an ADHD Fidgeter, check this article out! Something about having a fidget toy in my hand while concentrating on important documents at work really helps me stay focused! – Michelle Ever wondered why paying attention to what the teacher said was such a task back in school? Did you ...
Views: 1479 - 10 Benefits of Having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyThere is a common misconception in the world that having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a bad thing. While the ADD-wired brain certainly presents some challenges, it also offers some incredible benefits. The following is a list of characteristics that I consistently see in my clients, ...
Views: 3486 - 10 Often Asked Questions About ADHD Answered - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2012 from Jane Maati SmithEver thought about about all the treatment plans that are available with regard to ADHD? Despite the fact that psycho-stimulants will be the standard treatment of ADHD, people still need a lot of questions regarding the basics. Mothers and fathers are searching for options to traditional ADHD ...
Views: 3165 - 10 Tips to Better Manage Your Time for ADHD - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2011 from Laurie DuparIs it a struggle to accomplish even everyday tasks and do you often find yourself distracted until time is wasted? The challenges of ADHD/ADD are very real. But there is hope. When you understand how ADHD has been affecting all the areas of your life, you can learn to minimize its impact and ...
Views: 2368 - 10 Ways To Start Taking Control (Time Management, Goal Setting, Record Tracking) - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2007 from Nick Tan"Who's the Boss?" At first glance, it would seem that positive thinking and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) have nothing to do with one another. But many of us with ADD develop negative thinking patterns because we become frustrated by our challenges and frequent feelings of being overwhelmed. ...
Views: 1468 - 3 Methods for Clearing Mental Clutter - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyMany adults with ADD have a hard time slowing down their brains. Thoughts often come at whirlwind speed, and it can be hard to concentrate on the tasks at hand when so many other thoughts are floating around in the brain. I call this "mental clutter." Often times, mental clutter is made up ...
Views: 3019 - 37 Symptoms and Counting... - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2008 from Lesa HallThere are currently 37 symptoms that people with dyslexia and ADD exhibit. In October I worked with an 11 year old and discovered yet one more to add to the list. In a reading program at my learning center, clients are, of course, required to read. Many times they resist when it comes time to ...
Views: 1756 - 5 Strategies for ADDed Effectiveness on the Job - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyFor many people with ADD, work life can be difficult. If your working environment is not ADD-friendly, then you may find yourself feeling chronically disorganized and stressed out at work. Whether or not you choose to share your diagnosis with your employer, the following strategies can help ...
Views: 1356 - 5 Tips For Coping With Anxiety Disorder Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2008 from Greg FrostThere are various types of anxiety disorders, but the main underlying characteristic is the irrational and excessive need to worry and the fear. Panic attacks occur randomly and frequently for those who suffer from anxiety disorder. When they occur, they cause headaches, nausea, tremors and ...
Views: 1332 - 5 Ways For Speeding Up Your Paperwork - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2008 from Evelyn GrayIn our so-called "paperless society," you can choose to trip over piles of paper on the floor or set up a simple filing system—make the labels “creative.” Here’s how: 1. Set up an “In-Box.” Make sure there’s a permanent place where you can put all your paperwork when it arrives in your home ...
Views: 1464 - 5 Ways To Counter Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Greg FrostChildren are not the only ones who suffer from ADD, many intelligent adults are struggling with this condition as well. Whilst it is nothing to be ashamed of, it is important that you seek help and treatment, as this can significantly improve your quality of life. Most sufferers are apt to hide ...
Views: 2325 - 6 Benefits of Exercise for Children with ADHD and Autism - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Stephani McGirrA special diet is critically important for children with autism and ADHD to promote a healthy digestive system and heal the gut. But it is only one part of the puzzle. Exercise is just as important and the following reasons explain how it can help your child: 1. Immune System – The more ...
Views: 2261 - 6 benefits of watching movies - by Some people think that watching movies is a waste of time. This is not true. In fact, there are numerous benefits to watching movies. It is fun to sit in the cinema with your family or friends to watch your favorite movie and eat popcorn at the same time. During the two and a half hours, you may ...
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