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  • Common Plastic Chemical Linked To ADHD - AHN

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    Common Plastic Chemical Linked To ADHDAHNMeasuring urine samples, the researchers found what they call a significant association between the amount of phthalate exposure and symptoms of ADHD. Common plastic chemical 'contributes to ADHD in kids'Thaindian.comall 10 news articles »

  • Ritalin? But my son's only two - Times Online

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    Times OnlineRitalin? But my son's only twoTimes Online“From what I have seen in my office today, and from the referral letter from his nursery school, I think your son could have ADHD, attention-deficit The ADHD Medication BiasADDitudeall 2 news articles »

  • Tips for parents of kids with ADHD - WREX-TV

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    Tips for parents of kids with ADHDWREX-TVProfessionals at the seminar heard about new drugs available and diagnosis techniques to better identify kids with ADHD. Parents learned about ways to make How can seizures be managed in children?DoctorNDTVall 2 news articles »

  • Common Plastics Chemicals Phthalates Linked to ADHD Symptoms - Science Daily (press release)

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    Common Plastics Chemicals Phthalates Linked to ADHD SymptomsScience Daily (press release)They measured urine phthalate concentrations and evaluated symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) using teacher-reported symptoms and and more »

  • Smoking and Lead Linked to ADHD - WKBW-TV

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    Smoking and Lead Linked to ADHDWKBW-TVResearchers say children who were exposed to tobacco in the womb and to lead during childhood are 8 times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD.
 
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  • Shire Reports Analysis Examining Emotional Lability In Children With ADHD Taking Vyvanse

    14 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am
    Shire plc (LSE: SHP, NASDAQ: SHPGY), the global specialty biopharmaceutical company, announced findings from a post hoc analysis examining emotional lability from Phase 3 study data with Vyvanse®. In this study, Vyvanse demonstrated significant improvement in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms as measured by the ADHD Rating Scale IV (ADHD-RS IV) and Connors' Parent Rating Scale-Revised Short (CPRS-RS) in children with ADHD aged 6 to 12 years.

  • Queen's And Yale Researchers Win Award For Study That Links Health And Education

    13 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    Queen's University researcher Steven Lehrer has won a prestigious international award in recognition of his contributions to health economics. A professor in Queen's School of Policy Studies and Department of Economics, Dr. Lehrer shares the RAND Corporation's Victor R. Fuchs Research Award with Jason Fletcher of Yale University.

  • Shire Reports Findings From An Analysis Examining Emotional Lability In Children With ADHD Taking Vyvanse(R) (lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate) Capsules

    13 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am
    Shire plc (LSE: SHP, Nasdaq: SHPGY), the global specialty biopharmaceutical company, announced findings from a post hoc analysis examining emotional lability from Phase 3 study data with Vyvanse®. In this study, Vyvanse demonstrated significant improvement in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms as measured by the ADHD Rating Scale IV (ADHD-RS IV) and Connors' Parent Rating Scale-Revised Short (CPRS-RS) in children with ADHD aged 6 to 12 years.

  • ADHD: Once-Daily INTUNIV (Guanfacine) Extended Release Tablets Now Available In US Pharmacies

    11 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Shire plc (LSE: SHP, NASDAQ: SHPGY), the global specialty biopharmaceutical company,has announced the availability of INTUNIV™ (guanfacine) Extended Release Tablets in pharmacies across the United States for the treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents ages 6 to 17. INTUNIV, a once-daily formulation of guanfacine, is the first and only nonscheduled alpha-2A receptor agonist approved for the treatment of ADHD.

  • The Importance Of Language Support For Children With Autism

    10 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Teachers and parents must be vigilant in observing difficulties with language comprehension, reading and spelling in children and young people with autism, Asperger's syndrome and ADHD. "It is important that pupils are offered the support to which they are entitled", says Jakob Asberg in a new thesis at the University of Gothenburg. "Pupils with these neuropsychiatric disorders are often reported as having problems with spoken and written activities.
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  • Chemicals Found in Plastics Linked to ADHD

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:43 am
    A new study warns that phthalates, a family of chemical substances used primarily to make polyvinyl chloride soft and flexible, may be associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder .

  • Homeopathy really doesna t work

    19 Nov 2009 | 8:01 pm
    Posted in Science at 1:00 pm by David Bradley -- A couple of years ago, I re-posted an old article of mine about homeopathy discussing its ludicrous claims, its feeble attempts to provide a scientific explanation for those claims, and basically pointing out that no solid evidence has ever been found that infinitely diluted solutions of spurious ...

  • ADHD Linked to Phthalates in Consumer Products

    19 Nov 2009 | 11:42 am
    Studies to date on phthalates have been inconsistent, with some linking exposure to these chemicals to hormone disruptions, birth defects, asthma, and reproductive problems, while others have found no significant association between exposure and adverse effects.

  • Dorchester housing scheme is saved

    19 Nov 2009 | 7:17 am
    RESIDENTS of a supported housing scheme in Weymouth are celebrating after a local charity stepped in at the eleventh hour to save the service from closure.

  • Disability rates rise as population ages

    18 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm
    Australians are living longer but at a cost. Greater life expectancy is contributing to higher rates of disability, a report has found.
 
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  • Are You Ready?

    Tara
    16 Nov 2009 | 2:16 pm
    Can you believe it's already the middle November? Not only are the days getting shorter but the holiday season is here! It doesn't matter what if any holidays you celebrate, you will be affected by the holiday season. Just think about that trip to the store to purchase something like toilet paper. Going to the store for toilet paper in the middle of September or October is a lot different than going in the middle of December. In addition to actual holiday planning and preparations we also need to be aware and prepare for the everyday changes associated with the holiday season. It's no wonder…

  • Over 1500 Members

    Tara
    28 Oct 2009 | 3:03 pm
    Our Online Support Community for Women with ADHD now has over 1500 members. Terry Matlen and I started this site earlier this year and we are both so happy with the Women with ADHD site. It's become a very active community for Women with ADD / ADHD. So many of the members have found a place for connection, comfort, and support.If you are Women with ADHD stop by Women with ADHD. Be sure to check out the Forum which the most active part of the site. The Groups section has also become quite active! Our members have create some helpful groups like ADD Women and Money, Weight Problems and ADHD,…

  • Bad Liars!

    Tara
    18 Oct 2009 | 5:23 pm
    Yes, I am coming right about and saying it. Most people with ADHD do not make good liars! Some people with ADHD can and do come up with some very believable and sometimes even great lies. Manipulation can often be a strength for people with ADHD. Just look at how many adults with ADHD are in sales, marketing, and politics.Being a good liar takes more than just coming up with a good lie. It's takes careful planning and remembering! Liars need to remember exactly what lie they told and which people they told the lie to. If you can't remember where you put your keys or when to pay your bills you…

  • Should You Tell?

    Tara
    29 Sep 2009 | 12:52 pm
    Should you tell other people that you have ADD / ADHD? That's a common question asked by people with Attention Deficit Disorder. There really isn't a one size fits all answer to this question though. If you are wondering who you should tell, who you shouldn't tell, and how to tell people about ADD / ADHD then make sure you attend tonight's Free ADDClasses.com Teleseminar "To Tell or Not to Tell" with Dr Ari Tuckman.If you are not able to make tonight's live Teleseminar you will be able to listen to it later by Subscribing to the ADD Audio Library.   

  • Elvis, ADHD and Facebook

    Tara
    14 Sep 2009 | 8:11 pm
    I just have to share this email I got about my Evils of Facebook Blog post. It put a huge smile on my face!! As an adult with ADHD, accompanied by a smidge of dyslexia, I've been looking up ADHD blogs on google lately. I've been considering writing one myself.  I came across your blog. And was intrigued and quite curious to read what I thought said "The Elvis of Facebook." Quite a number of seconds went by while I pondered "The Elvis of Facebook" and how this could possibly relate to ADHD...I wondered, IS There an Elvis of Facebook? Fascinating! After a brief mind-journey into who could this…
 
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  • INTUNIV Once-a-day Now Available for ADHD

    Dr Doug
    12 Nov 2009 | 12:31 pm
    What is INTUNIV for ADHD? The active ingredient in INTUNIV is Guanfacine, normally thought of as the blood pressure medicine Tenex. INTUNIV is not a blood pressure medication, however. It is approved for the treatment of ADHD. INTUNIV is not a stimulant, and its action on the brain is different than stimulants. INTUNIV is another ADHD medication from Shire Pharmaceuticals, where they seem to insist that all of their medications are spelled in all capital letters. Shire also makes and distributes ADDERALL XL, DAYTRANA, and VYVANSE. And since the sales of Adderall XR have been undercut by…

  • INTUNIV Once-a-day Now Available for ADHD

    Dr Doug
    12 Nov 2009 | 12:25 pm
    What is INTUNIV for ADHD? The active ingredient in INTUNIV is Guanfacine, normally thought of as the blood pressure medicine Tenex. INTUNIV is not a blood pressure medication, however. It is approved for the treatment of ADHD. INTUNIV is not a stimulant, and its action on the brain is different than stimulants. INTUNIV is another ADHD medication from Shire Pharmaceuticals, where they seem to insist that all of their medications are spelled in all capital letters. Shire also makes and distributes ADDERALL XL, DAYTRANA, and VYVANSE. And since the sales of Adderall XR have been undercut by…

  • Video Game Playing and Attention Problems

    Dr Doug
    27 Oct 2009 | 1:19 pm
    Can Excessive Video Game Playing Cause Attention Problems? Yes, its just like you thought. The more your child or teen sits around watching TV or playing video games, the more at risk they will be for learning problems and attention problems. We have written about this before, and not to much has changed except that the research is starting to show up to validate what parents have known for years now. Read more of the article...

  • Study Reports More Teenagers are Intentionally Abusing ADHD Meds

    Dr Doug
    3 Sep 2009 | 11:21 am
    ADHD is a neurological disorder that impacts between 5% and 9% of children, teens, and even adults. Over the years, as more pharmaceutical companies enter the market, and more medications are developed, there has been a signficiant increase int he use of ADHD medications - and a recent study suggests an increase in the misuse of such medications. Read more of the article...

  • Recent Letter from a Parent

    Dr Doug
    12 Aug 2009 | 9:00 pm
    I recently received this letter from a parent which touches on all of the issues involved in the diagnosis of childhood behavior disorders such as ADHD. Look at all of the issues involved: divorced parents, lifestyle of one of the parents, mood swings, inattention, tics, meds that don't work, and more. My heart goes out to this dad and his child: Read more of the article...
 
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  • Tips for Parents When Writing an IEP

    Eileen Bailey
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:34 pm
    An Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) should be designed to: Meet all the needs of your child Explain how the needs will be met Include measurable goals to determine if the goals have been met   Parents can be confused about how to write an IEP that effectively meets all of these requirements. Keeping the following tips in mind can help to create an IEP that will work to your child's...

  • Question of the Week: When Do You Finish Your Holiday Shopping?

    Eileen Bailey
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:39 am
    For many adults with ADHD, holiday shopping is difficult, the crowds, the noise and the many distraction cause overwhelm.   Usually, this time of year I try to avoid too much mall shopping and by this time I have already dented my shopping list and am pretty organized. This year, however, due to illness, I haven't even yet begun and may have to end up with shopping at the crowded malls.   When do you usually shop? How do you cope...

  • The Role of Mediation and Due Process Hearings When Parents Don't Agree with IEPs

    Eileen Bailey
    10 Nov 2009 | 7:15 am
        When parents disagree with an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), they have the right to appeal the decision by requesting either a due process hearing, mediation or both.   Once you file a request for a due process hearing, you will be notified of a resolution meeting. Both you and the school district will be required to attend this meeting, unless:   You have also requested and will attend mediation. Both...

  • Question of the Week: Do You Prefer Quiet or Bustling Holidays?

    Eileen Bailey
    10 Nov 2009 | 5:33 am
    For many adults (and children) with ADHD, the noisy, bustling holiday season is a major distraction, making it difficult to focus from early November through January. They may crave and require some down time each day or each week, to regenerate and help cope.   Other adults may thrive with the added activities on their schedule, finding the excitement helps to satisfy their need for extra stimulation.   What is your choice? Do...

  • Completed Sample IEP

    Eileen Bailey
    27 Oct 2009 | 1:55 pm
     Do you wonder what type of information should be included in an IEP? The following provides a basic IEP, filled out for you to review. You can print out a blank sample IEP as well, and complete information specific to your child.   For more information:   Documentation and Reports to Bring to an IEP Meeting The Difference Between Accommodations and Modifications When Parents Feel Their Child Needs Special...
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  • Are You Ready?

    Tara
    16 Nov 2009 | 2:16 pm
    Can you believe it's already the middle November? Not only are the days getting shorter but the holiday season is here! It doesn't matter what if any holidays you celebrate, you will be affected by the holiday season. Just think about that trip to the store to purchase something like toilet paper. Going to the store for toilet paper in the middle of September or October is a lot different than going in the middle of December. In addition to actual holiday planning and preparations we also need to be aware and prepare for the everyday changes associated with the holiday season. It's no wonder…

  • Over 1500 Members

    Tara
    28 Oct 2009 | 3:03 pm
    Our Online Support Community for Women with ADHD now has over 1500 members. Terry Matlen and I started this site earlier this year and we are both so happy with the Women with ADHD site. It's become a very active community for Women with ADD / ADHD. So many of the members have found a place for connection, comfort, and support.If you are Women with ADHD stop by Women with ADHD. Be sure to check out the Forum which the most active part of the site. The Groups section has also become quite active! Our members have create some helpful groups like ADD Women and Money, Weight Problems and ADHD,…

  • Bad Liars!

    Tara
    18 Oct 2009 | 5:23 pm
    Yes, I am coming right about and saying it. Most people with ADHD do not make good liars! Some people with ADHD can and do come up with some very believable and sometimes even great lies. Manipulation can often be a strength for people with ADHD. Just look at how many adults with ADHD are in sales, marketing, and politics.Being a good liar takes more than just coming up with a good lie. It's takes careful planning and remembering! Liars need to remember exactly what lie they told and which people they told the lie to. If you can't remember where you put your keys or when to pay your bills you…

  • Should You Tell?

    Tara
    29 Sep 2009 | 12:52 pm
    Should you tell other people that you have ADD / ADHD? That's a common question asked by people with Attention Deficit Disorder. There really isn't a one size fits all answer to this question though. If you are wondering who you should tell, who you shouldn't tell, and how to tell people about ADD / ADHD then make sure you attend tonight's Free ADDClasses.com Teleseminar "To Tell or Not to Tell" with Dr Ari Tuckman.If you are not able to make tonight's live Teleseminar you will be able to listen to it later by Subscribing to the ADD Audio Library.   

  • Elvis, ADHD and Facebook

    Tara
    14 Sep 2009 | 8:11 pm
    I just have to share this email I got about my Evils of Facebook Blog post. It put a huge smile on my face!! As an adult with ADHD, accompanied by a smidge of dyslexia, I've been looking up ADHD blogs on google lately. I've been considering writing one myself.  I came across your blog. And was intrigued and quite curious to read what I thought said "The Elvis of Facebook." Quite a number of seconds went by while I pondered "The Elvis of Facebook" and how this could possibly relate to ADHD...I wondered, IS There an Elvis of Facebook? Fascinating! After a brief mind-journey into who could this…
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  • Folate Levels in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD in Offspring

    TUESDAY, Nov. 3 (HealthDay News) -- Low folate levels during pregnancy are associated with higher odds for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in offspring aged 7 to 9, new research has found.The findings seem to support the long-held belief that folate (folic acid) levels in expectant mothers influence their children's nervous system development.

  • Childhood ADHD Linked to Criminal Behavior in Adults

    MONDAY, Oct. 19 (HealthDay News) -- Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely than other children to engage in criminal activity when they grow older, a U.S. study has found.

  • Teens With ADHD, Depression Risk Internet Addiction

    By Jennifer ThomasHealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Teenagers with psychosocial disorders such as ADHD, depression and social phobia are more likely to be addicted to the Internet than other teens, new research suggests.

  • Health Buzz: Virus Sickens Famed Restaurant’s Patrons and Other Health News

    Contaminated Shellfish May Have Sickened Fat Duck's Diners Britain's Health Protection Agency says nearly 530 people came down with norovirus after eating at one of its most famous restaurants, the Associated Press reports. The stomach virus is known to strike cruise ship passengers and other people living in close quarters, causing nausea and diarrhea, but the agency said in a report Thursday that this outbreak—which happened in February—looks to have been caused by contaminated shellfish. Several staff members of the Fat Duck were also infected with the virus, according to the…

  • Neurofeedback: An ADHD Treatment That Retrains the Brain?

    A controversial treatment for overcoming attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is getting new respect. Called neurofeedback therapy, it supposedly retrains the brain to produce electrical patterns associated with calm and focus. While the technique is costly, time consuming, and far from proven, its promise is tantalizing. Advocates claim that neurofeedback brings permanent ADHD cures, a seemingly magical alternative to years of medication.
 
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  • anger management

    vhastings
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:53 am
    My son's school is telling me he has an anger management issue. They say he gets angry in class and does not always listen to instructions. He likes to do things his way. He is 11 and in the 5th grade.How do I deal with this? Is seeing a psychiatrist my only option? It's expensive! IS there something I can do?

  • Help!

    anonimi
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:51 am
    Not sure whats going on. I think I was fooled by the "high" sensation one gets when using Ritalin. I've been using Concerta and Ritalin (90mg and 25mg) for a year and ahalf now, mainly 2-3 days a week and in changing order. Lately I noticed I get REAL zombie with both the meds. Ritalin after 2.5 hours or Concerta after about 5 hours - my brains dead. I can focus alittle bit better, but I'm more preoccupied with the feeling of me being a Gold fish. This has happened only recently. And another issue - When I'm getting zombified, I can't seem to focus on reading very well. I can read a line and…

  • Another Good Mood - Ruined

    mADD mike
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:43 am
    Dammit! I was really on a roll, getting a grip on my sleep issues, feeling better, and in a great mood for a week or so. Even small things that went wrong were no big deal to me, an awesome feeling. I was really happy. However, there is an frustration that has been building over many years of living with ADD, most undiagnosed, and it seems like I don't handle the big frustrations well. Yesterday the transmission went out in my fairly new (to me) work van. Son of a .................... Anyway, as I've posted before, I have hefty back tax debt, and I just saved $2000 to give them, about the…

  • Adderall + Too Much Sleep = Brain Fog???

    Wintermute
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:38 am
    So for the last few weeks I've noticed that if I sleep for more than 5-6 hours, I wake up extremely tired and foggy-headed. I don't mean a little foggy either, more like my head is stuffed with cotton! It's awful because I'm never getting enough sleep, but if I sleep in at all the next day is unpleasant. I also lose all focus, motivation, and feel like I weigh 500 pounds. When this happens (like it did yesterday, today I got up after 5 hours of sleep and feel fine) I notice that to make matters worse my Adderall is much much less effective, at least until the evening. I'll admit that I…

  • How long until I notice that Adderall starts working?

    musicpainter
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:22 am
    I am 23 and have just been diagnosed with ADD. I have suspected for a long time that I have ADD but finally just got "tested" and diagnosed. My doctor started me on Strattera but that was bad. All day I was mentally exhausted and incredibly lethargic and then around 9pm the fog would lift off but by then my body was physically exhausted because it was late and I was ready to start slowing down to fall asleep. However, I would not fall asleep until like 2:30-3:00 am. Then wake up at 7 or 8 am. So my doctor prescribed me Hydroxyzine to help me sleep. I was also really nauseous every morning and…
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  • Are You Ready?

    Tara
    16 Nov 2009 | 2:11 pm
    Can you believe it's already the middle November? Not only are the days getting shorter but the holiday season is here! It doesn't matter what if any holidays you celebrate, you will be affected by the holiday season. Just think about that trip to the store to purchase something like toilet paper. Going to the store for toilet paper in the middle of September or October is a lot different than going in the middle of December. In addition to actual holiday planning and preparations we also need to be aware and prepare for the everyday changes associated with the holiday season.

  • Over 1500 Members

    Tara
    28 Oct 2009 | 3:03 pm
    Our Online Support Community for Women with ADHD now has over 1500 members. Terry Matlen and I started this site earlier this year and we are both so happy with the Women with ADHD site. It's become a very active community for Women with ADD / ADHD. So many of the members have found a place for connection, comfort, and support.If you are Women with ADHD stop by Women with ADHD. Be sure to check out the Forum which the most active part of the site. The Groups section has also become quite active! Our members have create some helpful groups like ADD Women and Money, Weight Problems and…

  • Bad Liars!

    Tara
    18 Oct 2009 | 5:23 pm
    Yes, I am coming right about and saying it. Most people with ADHD do not make good liars! Some people with ADHD can and do come up with some very believable and sometimes even great lies. Manipulation can often be a strength for people with ADHD. Just look at how many adults with ADHD are in sales, marketing, and politics.Being a good liar takes more than just coming up with a good lie. It's takes careful planning and remembering! Liars need to remember exactly what lie they told and which people they told the lie to. If you can't remember where you put your keys or when to pay your…

  • Should You Tell?

    Tara
    29 Sep 2009 | 12:52 pm
    Should you tell other people that you have ADD / ADHD? That's a common question asked by people with Attention Deficit Disorder. There really isn't a one size fits all answer to this question though. If you are wondering who you should tell, who you shouldn't tell, and how to tell people about ADD / ADHD then make sure you attend tonight's Free ADDClasses.com Teleseminar "To Tell or Not to Tell" with Dr Ari Tuckman.If you are not able to make tonight's live Teleseminar you will be able to listen to it later by Subscribing to the ADD Audio Library.   

  • Elvis, ADHD and Facebook

    Tara
    14 Sep 2009 | 8:09 pm
    I just have to share this email I got about my Evils of Facebook Blog post. It put a huge smile on my face!! As an adult with ADHD, accompanied by a smidge of dyslexia, I've been looking up ADHD blogs on google lately. I've been considering writing one myself.  I came across your blog. And was intrigued and quite curious to read what I thought said "The Elvis of Facebook." Quite a number of seconds went by while I pondered "The Elvis of Facebook" and how this could possibly relate to ADHD...I wondered, IS There an Elvis of Facebook? Fascinating! After a brief…
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  • The Big Break Up ( When changing financial habits isn't just about the money)

    John Mackenzie
    15 Nov 2009 | 6:00 pm
    Recently I had to end a relationship. I will admit that I was still happy in the relationship, but the relationship wasn't good long term for me. I never really discussed the relationship with my wife, but the evidence was clear. Sometimes I would leave half filled styrofoam cups of coffee in the car, other times the car would be filled with bags and wrappers that had the name of the one I was having this relationship with. Ever since I ended the relationship I have been a lot less nervous and I have had a few more dollars in my pocket. If you haven't figured it out…

  • One Key Focus

    John Mackenzie
    8 Nov 2009 | 6:40 am
    Recently, I consolidated some debt into my credit card. I am not going to go into the details, but after reviewing my finances I have made my main financial focus to pay off the balance on this card within 18 months. I believe that this is a slightly ambitious goal but also one that is achievable with a little persistence and a little sacrifice. Focusing on one key financial goal is generally a good idea for someone with ADD. Having one large goal is easier to focus on because it should have a significant impact on your life, it is also easier to track versus having several…

  • Free ADD Teleseminar: Money Matters

    John Mackenzie
    6 Nov 2009 | 7:08 pm
    Money Matters: Help for the Fiscally Disorganized   (A free teleseminar, that is perfect for any adult with ADD that is struggling with their finances)     Instructor: Stephanie Sarkis, PhD Date: Tuesday December 1, 2009Time: 9:00 pm EST (New York)Learn how ADHD/ADD affects money management issues, including credit card use, debt, impulsive spending, and saving for retirement. Learn practical and simple ways to get on the right track with your money - and stay there!

  • Top Five ADD / ADHD Posts October 2009

    John Mackenzie
    31 Oct 2009 | 4:50 am
    Here are five of my favorite blog posts for October: Uh Oh: Halloween + Sugar = Hyperactivity?  (Moms with ADD / ADHD) The 4 Steps of Personal Change for Adults with ADD (Experiencing ADDvantages) How AD/HD Makes Me More Like Monk Than I Care For ( A Splintered Mind) Winding Down (thinkythink)Attention Deficit Déjà Vu (Chicago Carless) 

  • Success Stories Adult ADD / ADHD (Notehall.com)

    John Mackenzie
    25 Oct 2009 | 2:52 pm
    I am always looking for great stories about adults with ADD, I especially like stories about ADD entrepreneurs who start a business to deal with an issues that affects many people with ADD. While surfing the internet I found an article from the Rancho Sante Fe Review about Sean Conway. Conway founded a company called Notehall.com that allows college students to purchase notes from lectures on-line. Although I do not have ADD, I would have found this a tremendous service in college, because I could not take notes and pay attention to a lecture at the same time. Sean was…
 
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  • What Has Helped Me with Adult ADD

    Pete Quily
    12 Nov 2009 | 2:54 pm
    What Has Helped Me with Adult ADDPost from: Adult ADD Strengths This is from someone I coached. Thought some of you might find it helpful. Pete What Has Helped Me with Adult ADD Hi, I don’t know if you have adult ADD or ADHD (I have ADD), but I sure feel for you. I was diagnosed this summer, shortly before I was fired for the second time. Looking back I realize it’s been going on for 10 years. It’s caused huge financial and family turmoil that we’re still working through. I was doing good work on individual projects, but missed I appointments, was late on important documents, and felt…

  • ADD and Loving It! Adult ADHD Documentary Now Online

    Pete Quily
    22 Sep 2009 | 2:40 pm
    ADD and Loving It! Adult ADHD Documentary Now OnlinePost from: Adult ADD Strengths Update: ADD and Loving It! is still available online. Please let others know about it to reduce the stigma about Adult ADHD. If you think you may have Adult ADD,  see the 3 next steps at the bottom of this post ADD and Loving It! is a Canadian Adult ADHD Documentary made for Global TV by Canadian Actor/Comedian Patrick McKenna (Traders, The Red Green Show) and Comedian/Director Rick Green is now available online until this Friday Sept 25th (still up) to watch. Heard this from Heidi Bernhardt, the National…

  • ADD and Loving It! Canadian Documentary on Adult ADHD on Global TV

    Pete Quily
    18 Sep 2009 | 3:12 am
    ADD and Loving It! Canadian Documentary on Adult ADHD on Global TVPost from: Adult ADD Strengths Update ADD and Loving It! is still online, right here pass the word, reduce the stigma. If you think you may have Adult ADD,  see the 3 next steps at the bottom of this post. Was a excellent video. Just a heads up. There’s a new documentary on Adult ADHD  called ADD and Loving It! tonight Friday at 8pm (7 pm in Winnipeg, Regina & Saskatoon) on Global TV staring comedian and actor Patrick McKenna – Marty Stevens from the TV show Traders (who I greatly enjoyed watching) and The Red…

  • Win A Month of Free Coaching From Pete and Help Charity

    Pete Quily
    11 Sep 2009 | 12:43 pm
    Win A Month of Free Coaching From Pete and Help CharityPost from: Adult ADD Strengths Or do something good for others and get a chance to get something good for yourself. I’m donating a month of free coaching cost $300 to Twestival Vancouver 2009. I did the same to Twestival Vancouver in 2008 where the charity was charity:water. While I do mainly focus on adults with ADHD, my initial training was as a life coach and I do sometimes coach non ADDers. Twestival’s slogan is tweet meet give A Twestival or Twitter-Festival is a global series of events organized by volunteers around the…

  • Finally an ADHD Support Group in Newfoundland

    Pete Quily
    2 Aug 2009 | 11:11 pm
    Finally an ADHD Support Group in NewfoundlandPost from: Adult ADD Strengths There’s finally an ADHD support group in the province of Newfoundland. I have a list of list of Canadian ADHD support groups by province for several years, but haven’t ever had a listing for Newfoundland. Here’s the details. ADD/ADHD Family Member Support Group Location:Paradise Community Centre Paradise, NFLD Contact:Bernie Gauthier, Child/Youth Care Worker at 747-2523 So if you know of anyone in Newfoundland with ADHD, you might want to let them know about it. If you know of any other Canadian ADHD…
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  • Delay Is Not Preferable to Error

    Jennifer Koretsky
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:22 pm
    Last week, I saw Thomas Jefferson's quote "Delay is preferable to error" running all around the Internet, and I had to cringe. This "inspirational" quote is dangerous for adults with ADD, especially those who struggle with perfectionism. (And I haven't met a single adult with ADD who doesn't get stuck in perfectionist mode in at least one or two areas.) "Delay is preferable to error" could be adopted as a motto for perfectionists. If you've ever coached with me, then you know that I can easily pick up on perfectionist tendencies, probably because I've struggled with them, myself, in the past…

  • Adults with ADD: Are You Feeling Blah?

    Jennifer Koretsky
    7 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am
    Sometimes, there are weeks in which many of my clients seem to be dealing with a similar challenge. For the past week, that challenge can best be described as "The Blahs." It's not that things are falling apart, but stress and overwhelm are kicking in for what seems like no particular reason. More than anything, people are feeling tired, bored, and just kinda "blah." Since this is a recurring theme in my coaching, and I have to admit I've felt it a bit myself, too, I can only conclude one thing: this inexplicable blah feeling is a result of season changes. While not all of us suffer from…

  • The 4 Steps of Personal Change for Adults with ADD

    Jennifer Koretsky
    28 Oct 2009 | 7:36 am
    First of all, I'd like to thank all of you who joined us for the 2nd Annual Virtual AD/HD Conference earlier this month! This year's conference was fun, educational, and inspiring, with over 500 people in attendance. So a big thanks to all of you for making it a fantastic event! The conference inspired a lot of people to start making positive changes in their lives, and so today I'm going to talk about creating personal change when you have ADD. I'll be the first to tell you that ADD offers many gifts. I've never met an adult with AD/HD who wasn't creative, compassionate, and driven, in one…

  • Final Audio in 2009 Virtual AD/HD Conference Podcast Series

    Jennifer Koretsky
    29 Sep 2009 | 11:45 am
    Our Virtual AD/HD Conference Podcast Series concludes today as conference speaker Dr. Kenny Handelman gives us a preview of his session on Evidence-Based Alternative Treatments for AD/HDYou can listen to or download the complete conference podcast series here: http://www.ADHDconference.com/podcasts.shtmlDr. Handelman's session is scheduled for Day 2 of the Virtual AD/HD Conference on Tuesday, October 6th from 4:00pm-5:00pm Eastern. (Don't worry if you can't attend live, as the recordings and handouts for all sessions will be available to everyone who registers!)During Dr.

  • Top 10 Reasons to Register for the Virtual AD/HD Conference

    Jennifer Koretsky
    24 Sep 2009 | 12:30 pm
    10. It's both fun AND informative! 9. You'll be one of the first to hear conference keynotes Dr. Ned Hallowell and Dr. Daniel Amen share information from their forthcoming books. 8. You can preview many of the conference sessions by checking out our Podcast Series. 7. You'll get a virtual Goodie Bag of valuable gifts (white papers, audio recordings, tip sheets, etc.) from our speakers and sponsors. 6. You can skip the cost and hassle of travel. 5. You can participate on your own time and at your own pace. You'll have access to all the conference materials during the conference, and for three…
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  • Accidental Flow

    Becca Colao, MA, Senior Certified ADHD Coach
    29 Oct 2009 | 1:16 pm
    Today I had an experience I haven't had in a while. I started doing some things this morning that needed to be done; but they weren't what I planned on doing. The trouble was that it felt really good to do them, I could finally get it taken care of, I didn't mind doing it for once, and I wasn't really working hard to get them done. This can happen with hyperfocus- where you get so focused on something it is hard and even painful to break it off; or it can just happen with a sort of flow. There are some things that can help manage this accidental flow or accidental hyperfocus:…

  • 6 Ways To Quiet Your Hyper Mind - Long Version

    Becca Colao, MA, Senior Certified ADHD Coach
    23 Oct 2009 | 7:19 am
    A while ago I posted on "6 Ways to Quiet Your Hyper Mind." I got some feedback looking for a longer version so get it here!Of course I never share email addresses or info with anyone for any reason in this context.

  • Winding Down

    Becca Colao, MA, Senior Certified ADHD Coach
    20 Oct 2009 | 1:20 pm
    Any day now, or at least within the next few weeks, I'm going to have a baby. As I've mentioned before, my ADHD seems to be getting worse right here at the end of pregnancy- or at any rate, I'm more forgetful and spacier, which I think many women are late in pregnancy anyway. So when I'm not too exhausted and I have time to work, I'm trying to figure out how to wind down my work and at the same time tie up loose ends. Now and then I remember what I've said here myself: leave myself a trail of breadcrumbs to come back to- both for now and for when I start working again…

  • Errands or Guests? how not to decide anything.

    Becca Colao, MA, Senior Certified ADHD Coach
    15 Oct 2009 | 7:42 am
    From the last post:When my thinking hijacks my experience, I don't buy into it. I notice it, step back from it as best I can, consider myself hijacked if I can't get out of it and down to earth, and wait it out. I like to think I experience the whole thing less nowadays as a result, but that when it springs up, it doesn't feel like a comment on my identity, nor some dialog I need to be obsessively involved in.That's good because the hijacking has happened recently. Another thing that is different is that I can pinpoint- or guess- physical causes, which helps me minimize the…

  • Transitioning Back Part 2.

    Becca Colao, MA, Senior Certified ADHD Coach
    13 Oct 2009 | 11:44 am
    In my last post I said that it's easier to let go of trying to think my way back because I know now thatI will find my way back to what's important. I don't need to think my way there.How do I know this? What changed? That's a question a lot of people I talk to (including my coaching clients) want to know about, because it's hard to believe that it will change when you are stuck feeling like you have to lasso yourself onto all of your ideas. One thing I mentioned last week bears repeating: I am not (nor are you) the sum of my ideas. That makes it ok to lose track of my…
 
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  • Mailbag: A Prepubescent Proposal

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:35 am
    Most of my day is spent ticking or driving and sometimes ticking in between driving. I am the full time parent and so the onus of driving the clan around lies on me. This can take a lot out of me neurologically. My wife might argue that I spend more time reading news than ticking or driving, but I'm going to ignore her. I ask that you do, too. On days that I'm not ticking or driving, I can be found examining my navel. It's not necessarily a pretty one, although it's clean, but I do spend a lot of time looking at it while trying to figure out how to do things better. Actually, that whole navel…

  • Living the AD/HD Hunter Analogy—or How Castle Distracted Me

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:34 am
    Ah, do you smell it? The scent of The Hunt? Do you hear the crisp, cool clacking of the keyboard, and feel the eyes darting over the glowing screen seeking out clues… Nothing thrills my AD/HD mind more than the solving a puzzle in The Hunt. As an art geek of sorts, I love pen & ink. I write notes with an old school fountain pen. I prefer the skritch of metallic nib on paper over the tactile-less glide of stylus over pad. Maybe one day soon I'll take my art gear and go out and actually draw something again. When I came across the Dux Variable Precision Sharpener and successfully hunted…

  • In Which Douglas Pretends to Write a Short Entry About Free Books & Fertilizer

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:33 am
    Ideally, this is a short entry because I'm supposedly working as much as I can on my novel. We'll see how that goes. The spirit is willing, but the mind is weak. You may not have caught it earlier, but I was asked to review a book for ADDitude Magazine. That review is now up on their site (See Trainwreck - My Life As an Idoit). It's short & sweet and hopefully not shared here too late for Claire, who won the book a few weeks ago. Give it a read and let me know what you think of it. Speaking of winning things, I'm giving out free books here. Are you sure you want to lurk? It's not as if…

  • Embarrassing AH/HD Impulses

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:32 am
    If there is one hallmark of AD/HD, it is the lack of impulse control. Put a group of people with AD/HD in one room and their symptoms may vary, but this hallmark is one thing they all share in common. Over the years I've learned to laugh at my AD/HD fueled moments, especially the impulsive ones. I had a chance to recall one a few weeks ago when an author friend was asking readers if they had ever lost control of themselves around a celebrity. I'm usually fairly cool around celebrities and I have my AD/HD to thank. There was one time I lost it around a celebrity. Once. The experience was so…

  • Live AD/HD Feed on Twitter

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:11 am
    Here's a live Twitter search I've been experimenting with. Many people comment on AD/HD in their daily lives on Twitter. Some accept it; some deny it. Some mock it; some praise it. I've filtered the search to leave out the several million blog posts so you should be able to get a good idea of what real people think about the subject by looking over the stream. It's likely not work safe, but any attempts to filter out cuss words have them posted in bold at the top of the page when you "Join the conversation". It made me laugh out loud. So terribly NOT what I had intended. You can reply to the…
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  • ADD And Your Money: A Guide to Personal Finance for Adults With Attention Deficit Disorder

    Rory Stern
    10 Nov 2009 | 7:41 am
    In a recent survey to our readers we found out that one of the biggest stresses and challenges facing you right now is money, finances, and the economy. We are definitely living in challenging times, and you are NOT alone! Not even close to being alone. And while that might be helpful information…I often tell people that “that doesn’t help.” It’s great to know we aren’t alone…but it’s even better to know what we can do. To help with this process…I had the pleasure to interview Stephanie Sarkis, PhD, on her new book “ADD And Your…

  • ADHD Medication Debate Fuels One Dad To Kidnap His Son

    Rory Stern
    1 Oct 2009 | 4:39 am
    There is no shortage of controversy still looming over whether or not children with ADHD should be, or need to be placed on medication.  While most things don’t tend to shock me…  I was somewhat caught off guard by this story of a man who kidnapped his own son to keep his mother from medicating him for his ADHD symptoms. The Debate Rages On If you ask me, there is no stronger story to demonstrate to what lengths parents will go to protect their children as well as how misunderstood ADHD continues to be… Maybe throw in a little bit of confusion around how to support a child…

  • ADHD Costs The United States $77 Billion Every Year

    Rory Stern
    18 Sep 2009 | 4:59 am
    The sensationalism of ADHD in America, and as a diagnosis continues.  No surprise there!!  The media jumps on the controversy and drama band wagon…  Every day citizens laugh at the ADHD jokes (like one Conan O’Brien tried to crack this week during ADHD Awareness week of all times).   The medical community continues to preach “deficit, disorder, and weakness…” ADHD: The $77 Billion Condition This morning I received an e-mail touting “The Cost of ADHD.”  Being intrigued, I opened the e-mail and began reading.  Apparently, a report published by…

  • ADHD Strengths: Life Is About Legacy And Greatness

    Rory Stern
    26 Aug 2009 | 5:29 am
    This morning I am captured by the magic of “storytelling” and legacy.  As I was enjoying my morning coffee, I happened to catch the end of the movie, “The Babe.”  No, it’s NOT the movie about a pig and his travels through the farm.  This story of “The Babe” is about the life and legacy of Babe Ruth. As a self-described non-baseball enthusiast, I am more drawn to the history of the game…  To the history of one of the most profilic athletes to play major league baseball.  And again, more importantly, I care about story… legacy……

  • ADHD Drug Abuse In Teens On The Rise

    Rory Stern
    24 Aug 2009 | 8:27 am
    A new report released today suggests that more and more teens are abusing stimulant medications like Ritalin and Adderall.  Depending upon which news outlet you are listening to, the angle and agenda is going to be slightly different. I’ve seen reports from Reuters (article here) that focus on the substantial increase in calls to Poison Control centers across the country. The Associated Press (article here) seems to be focusing on drug abuse, and a report from CBS News (article here) begins with a comparison of the abuse of marijuana to ADHD stimulant medications. Caution: Here’s…
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  • Adult ADD/ ADHD Resources

    Dr. Kenny Handelman
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:24 pm
    I’m going to do a workshop on Adult ADHD tomorrow for professionals. As I was preparing for this presentation, I reviewed a lot of research and resources on Adult ADHD. This blog post is being written to share resources with you that may help you with Adult ADHD. Please note that for some of the resources mentioned below – the author of this blog post may receive a referral fee if you were to purchase through this link. Please be assured that the reason any resource are mentioned on this post or on my blog at all relate to the fact that I support these resources, and believe that…

  • Generic Adderall XR – New Formulations

    Dr. Kenny Handelman
    25 Oct 2009 | 8:46 am
    Adderall XR went generic in the US in April 2009. I wrote an initial blog post about it here: Generic Adderall XR. You can also review the nature of generic medicines in an article here: Are Generics The Same?. While my initial thoughts were that the generic Adderall XR was very similar to the trade brand (made by Shire), the comments on my blog post made it clear that many people are finding that the generic version of Adderall XR just doesn’t work as well as it is supposed to. As DS writes: “After the first week, I really felt a difference, but tried to put it out of my mind. My…

  • Adult ADHD: 7 Steps to Succeed

    Dr. Kenny Handelman
    15 Oct 2009 | 9:46 am
    Please join me in Toronto for a 1 day workshop on Adult ADHD on November 20, 2009. This workshop is intended for a ‘professional’ audience – i.e. it is intended for doctors/therapists/coaches, etc. That said, I have had many non-professionals attend my workshops before and benefit from the participation (you just need to know that the content will move quickly and be in depth). You can read more about the program and register here: Leading Edge Seminars. This workshop will contain up-to-date information about Adult ADHD, including: How to diagnose Adult ADHD How to pick up…

  • Gossip Lead Singer Has ADHD

    Dr. Kenny Handelman
    2 Oct 2009 | 7:50 pm
    The lead singer of the Rock Band: Gossip has revealed that she was diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. Beth Ditto explained that when she was finally diagnosed with ADHD, it helped to explain many of the struggles she’s had in her life. You can read more about it here. I am happy to see that celebrities with ADHD are starting to step forward more readily. That is a good indication that we are moving toward less stigma with this condition – which will hopefully help people to get the help that they need, and break down many of the myths that are out there about this common condition. Best,…

  • BBC Shares What It’s Like to Live with ADHD

    Dr. Kenny Handelman
    1 Oct 2009 | 7:59 pm
    The BBC has published a recording of what it is like to live with a boy with ADHD. In this 7 minute recording, there is an initial discussion amongst the reporters, and then we can hear a boy and his mother interacting. They have actually recorded ‘Craig’ losing his temper, and acting out. This is one picture of ADHD – and of course – it is not always this difficult. They report that prescriptions of Ritalin have risen by one third in the past 4 years in England. The conservative shadow children’s minister – Tim Loughton expresses concern that there are…
 
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  • ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment is Imperative for Relationships and Self!

    Bryan Hutchinson
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:45 am
    I have written posts indicating that ADHD is not always the culprit in a broken relationship. I sincerely do not believe everything and anything is the fault, or should be blamed on an ADHD partner. However, with that said: ADHD can have devastating effects on relationships. I don’t think that’s a secret. Still, if anyone with ADHD is in a relationship and has avoided seeking help or proper treatment, or has been uncertain if doing so will help, then my best suggestion is to seek treatment because, yes, your ADHD could certainly be the cause of relationship hardships, or it…

  • 10 Simple Tips on Writing a Memoir

    Bryan Hutchinson
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:35 am
    The reception of my memoir One Boy’s Struggle by people with ADHD and without ADHD alike, and professionals, has been phenomenal. As most anyone knows, who has been reading my blog, you know I did not originally intend to publish. It all started as a therapeutic effort on my part to get my thoughts and experiences out of my head and on paper, something I could read back to myself and make sense of it all. Well, while I was making sense of my life I started to include all the things I believed would have helped me had it been known that I had ADD (ADHD), and while I did that, it was then…

  • Goodbye

    Bryan Hutchinson
    13 Nov 2009 | 3:53 am
    True love, with the right person, at the right time, as unpredictable as that may be, can be, and I believe is, the best self-medication the universe has ever created! The last month or so I have been writing rather frequently about love, relationships and the connection to us ADDers in general, from my point of view. I don’t know exactly why I started this indulgence; therefore, to answer a lot of emails in one post, the answer I come up with, and believe the closest to my true motivation, is that I enjoy it. I take pleasure in writing about love and relationship, probably more than I…

  • If ADHD were fully controllable then it wouldn’t be ADHD

    Bryan Hutchinson
    9 Nov 2009 | 8:50 am
    In relationships there’s a lot of give and take. You give some, you take some and you give some more. It’s a simple and necessary principle of reciprocation. The above sentence could just about start out any relationship book, but it’s not a very good starting point for a book about ADHD, love, relationships and sex – you know, together. ADHD brings something to a relationship which is unpredictable, frustrating and exciting and, even a bit intimidating from time to time. I think it is a good guess that most people would enjoy stability in their relationship, with someone who is…

  • Top Ten 10 Do and Don’t with your ADD ADHD partner

    Bryan Hutchinson
    8 Nov 2009 | 3:32 am
    Here’s a top ten list I have put together of things to do and NOT do with your ADHD partner: Do not: Do not play parent (motherly or fatherly) Do not take on the sole responsibility of trying to correct his or her behavior Do not blame every aspect of the relationship which might be damaged on his or her ADHD Do not make statements which are demeaning with the hope that it will spark his or her attention that they must make corrective efforts. Do not say things like: “This is the right way to do this or that.” Or “That’s not the way things should be done.” Do not take his or her…
 
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  • ADHD tools: focus booster

    curlykidz
    5 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm
    I downloaded this on my work PC this afternoon, and it was really pretty helpful. I’ve gotten to the point where I tune out outlook reminders, and even reminders from mycell phone  palm pilot pocket pc blackberry. I was really surprised by how much I got done in the 25 minutes I used it… not allowing myself to be distracted by new incoming mail or other tasks and just focusing on this ONE folder in my mailbox… although I couldn’t exactly ignore the Office Communicator message that came in from a colleague in another department… I downloaded it on my laptop at…

  • Me and My Shadow: Life with ADHD

    curlykidz
    5 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    A Hollywood writer and producer, who wrestled with ADD since childhood, spills it all: what he’s learned about himself, the unaccepting world, and his ADD brethren. by Frank South   Ed Krieger One lesson I’ve learned: We ADHD folks are everywhere. We’re the creative vice-president in the cubicle who, while you’re yelling at us for missing another deadline, comes up with the intuitive leap that saves a whole product line. We’re the spouse whose highly sensitive antennae pick up a vibe from our 13-year-old daughter that she needs to talk. So we sit down with her for a half-hour as…

  • Bipolar: The Priority Thief

    ghostofmyself
    28 Oct 2009 | 1:21 pm
    I have a teenager at home that I’m supposed to be homeschooling.  He signed up for all virtual classes which pretty much got me off the hook because I’m just not suited to the whole home schooling set-up.  It’s a long story how we got into it in the first place, but let’s just say I had no choice or I would never have done it.  Now, unfortunately, he’s dropped out of all of his courses but one and I really need to pick up the slack in a big way, but I’m failing miserably.  I let days go by without a lesson because I’m distracted with my own…

  • Freelancing Foibles

    ghostofmyself
    29 Sep 2009 | 10:15 am
    It’s time to start writing and I’m grinding like a granite wheel through the texts I need to do the chapter.  The articles are not so bad, but there’s this book I’m supposed to use and it’s such a slow read.  It’s very interesting and if I was just reading it for my own information, I’m sure I wouldn’t have to reread passages and take so many notes.  But, like with so many technical things, my short term memory is not so great and I just don’t retain the information.  This, of course, adds stress.  And naturally I had to get sick and…

  • ADD/ADHD Study,Organzational & Test Taking Strategies for a Successful School Year

    Anders Osborne Ph.D.
    25 Sep 2009 | 9:55 am
    ADD/ ADHD  Study ,Organizational and Test Taking Strategies  for a successful school year ADD/ADHD Life, Social and Study Strategies: Successful Strategies for Your Student  in the New School Year Let us help your student find their way Successful Strategies for Success in life,relationships and school. Dr.Anders Osborne Ph.D. is a Cambridge educated PhD who is a national and international speaker an expert in the field of ADD/ADHD. Dr.Osborne Ph.D. passion arrives from the fact she has lived the life of an LD and ADHD individual. This series offers everything you need to ensure your…
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  • Food & addiction

    Laura Lagano
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm
    A study in Neuroscience wonders about the similarities between junk food junkies and, well, junkies. In an experiment, rats that were given unlimited amounts of junk food had similar addictive behaviors to rats addicted to heroin. The researchers believe this occurred because the pleasure centers of the brains of rats becomes less responsive as the rats continue to consume the product that makes them feel high. So bingeing on high-sugar, high-calorie foods becomes addicting, similar to the addiction of heroin addicts. The rats needed to eat more and more of the addictive substance just to get…

  • ZYDECO HELLRAISERS

    Kevin W. Riley
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:57 am
    What happens to Attention Deficit Disorder when it grows up? Sometimes it is channeled into extraordinary gifts. So Michael Phelps Picasso JFK James Carville Robin Williams… …are all reputed ADHD guys. This is hardly an exhaustive list but it’s enough to give you a flavor. I think if they named every person ever diagnosed with ADHD we would be surprised by some of the folks that were on the list– and yet not surprised at all. We would recognize the extraordinarily talented individuals who have managed to channel the annoying distractability, the daydreaming, the…

  • 24 Days- Not All Sunshine.

    engaleik
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:29 am
    Though I’m doing well today, a few experiences over the past few days helped that “pink cloud” precipitate a little bit, and brought me back to the reality that recovery isn’t all sunshine and roses (which I should’ve known given that I dig overcast anyhow). As a supplemental tool and in preparation for the upcoming holidays, I decided to explore the use of an opioid-blocker called “Naltrexone,” which has the side effect of further curbing cravings for alcohol. I had my liver function checked (which was positive, I’m relieved to type), and was…

  • Når man tror man har et barn der er noget galt med

    raskedrenge
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:27 am
    Hvordan kommer man videre - når man tror man har et barn der er noget galt med. Jeg har som mor aldrig haft mistanke om ADHD, bl.a. fordi jeg ikke ment, min søn burde sove så godt, som han rent faktisk gjorde…så derfor har jeg aldrig tænkt tanken ADHD.. Jeg viste godt min søn havde en atypisk opførsel, og var svær at have med nogle steder. Jeg var alene med min søn og hans storebror. Jeg kunne ikke forstå, hvorfor jeg ikke kunne opdrage den yngste, når jeg kunne opdrage den største. Det er svært som mor at acceptere, at der e r noget galt med ens barn, og man ikke er skyld i…

  • Mit barn har ADHD

    raskedrenge
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:22 am
    Mit barn har ADHD. Min søn har altid været anderledes, men anderledes i forhold til hvad? Jeg er uddannet pædagog og har arbejdet det meste af min pædagog tid i vuggestue, og denne vej igennem haft kontakt med mange børn. Jeg har en større dreng som er helt inden for normal begrebet og fungere som alle andre børn, med venner og fritids aktiviteter.  Min mindste søn, har fra starten ikke kunne tåle berøring, han græd når jeg nussede ham, han forsøgte at rykke sig væk. Jeg har altid kunne tage ham op og sidde med ham, han er blevet ammet helt almindeligt. Fra han var nyfødt…
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  • Vyvanse diminishes Memory? Watch The Top of The Therapeutic Window

    Dr Charles Parker
    14 Nov 2009 | 2:34 pm
    Vyvanse can create memory problems and there are several likely explanations, so let's review. Most importantly, remember these small Vyvanse challenges do teach us - they point the way to the next logical intervention for the most effective medication dosage strategies.

  • Neurotransmitters & Psychiatric Medications: The Turkey Shoot Revisited

    Dr Charles Parker
    7 Nov 2009 | 5:21 am
    Let's target the symptoms precisely. The approach of Turkey Season serves as a great reminder for what-not-to-do with psychiatric medications and supplements, and how to consider withdrawal from gluten with neurotransmitters.

  • ADHD Medications: Neurotransmitters to the Rescue

    Dr Charles Parker
    2 Nov 2009 | 3:49 am
    Neurotransmitter physiology takes us way beyond what we have been doing for years with only stimulant medications. Neurotransmitters will take us further down the line to that holy grail of ADHD treatments: the Natural Way.

  • Bipolar, Cobra and ADHD: Are We Killing a Hognose Snake?

    Dr Charles Parker
    18 Oct 2009 | 3:19 pm
    Out in the metaphoric mind-woods? Think you have the diagnosis right? Let's take a few more minutes to get the specific, correct identification. See what you think about this brief video

  • Virtual ADHD Conf Starts Monday

    Dr Charles Parker
    3 Oct 2009 | 2:24 pm
    Pay Attention to ADHD Meds, Go ahead and give yourself a present that you can use all year! Now you can get all the tools you need to succeed with ADHD
 
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  • Ever Feel a Sense of Paralysis in Trying to Get Things Done…or Even Started?

    16 Nov 2009 | 4:12 am
    Do you ever experience a sense of paralysis associated with a task or project - wanting to get started yet unable to make progress forward in any manner? And if you do get started, do you have difficulty maintaining your drive and persisting in your effort? It may begin to feel nearly impossible to get anything done! This can quickly lead to overwhelm, procrastination and avoidance and ultimately results in problems with productivity. What strategies have you found helpful in getting started and sustaining focus on a task that is overwhelming or just plain boring?Please share your own…

  • Healthy Living With ADHD

    16 Nov 2009 | 4:03 am
    Do you ever receive emails of fun photos, comics, stories, lists, etc. forwarded from friends or family? Sometimes these emails are funny and help lighten the day. Other times they are insightful and inspirational. I received an email from an About.com reader with a list of wonderful advice that is not only practical, but one that can be easily incorporated into daily life to improve health and happiness. Click on Tips for Healthy Living to read more. Healthy Living With ADHD originally appeared on About.com ADD / ADHD on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 12:03:41.Permalink | Comment | Email…

  • The Power of Positive Attention

    16 Nov 2009 | 3:50 am
    Positive attention - we hear these words together a lot, but what does positive attention really mean and why is it so important for children with ADHD? Kids with ADHD often hear a lot of negatives. Certainly, their behaviors can be quite frustrating and disruptive at times. It's not unusual for some of these kids to experience more negative interactions day-to-day than positive ones, particularly when they are having difficulty managing their symptoms. This can quickly take a toll on a child's self-image and feelings of self-worth. Learning to pay positive attention to your child is very…

  • Share Your Positive Parenting Tips

    10 Nov 2009 | 5:22 am
    Learning to pay positive attention to your child is very powerful, particularly for a child with ADHD who may often experience negative feedback. It can sometimes be difficult, however, to find the positives especially if disruptive and oppositional behaviors are taking over at home.Parents, please help other parents by sharing your advice and tips for positive parenting. What have you found to be most helpful? CLICK HERE to share your parenting tips.Share Your Positive Parenting Tips originally appeared on About.com ADD / ADHD on Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 at 13:22:45.Permalink | Comment |…

  • The Importance of One-on-One Time

    10 Nov 2009 | 5:07 am
    Days are often so busy. Our to-do list can sometimes be pages long. It may seem difficult to fit one more thing in, but regular one-on-one time with your child is very important. How often do you sit down with your son or daughter with no distractions, just focusing on him or her, listening without correcting, being together and soaking up positive one-on-one attention? Learn more about Positive One-on-One Time Photo © Microsoft The Importance of One-on-One Time originally appeared on About.com ADD / ADHD on Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 at 13:07:05.Permalink | Comment | Email this
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  • When All Else Fails, Use a Stapler

    Terry Matlen
    Years ago when my daughter announced, to my horror, that she wanted to be a Brownie, I led her to her first meeting with reluctance. I was happy for HER that she wanted to be part of this wonderful organization, where she’d meet new friends, learn new skills and develop a better super-ego. But I knew that it meant new activities for me that I hate doing: baking cookies and brownies and leading activities that involve other fine motor skills that I find difficult to do. And of course, it meant being in a room full of very noisy children every Thursday afternoon at 4pm. What I wasn’t…

  • My ADHD Holiday Dinner Disaster

    Terry Matlen
    Those of you who have attended my ADHD presentations at CHADD, ADDA and elsewhere, might have already heard about my holiday dinner disaster story, and like I promised in an earlier post, I’m going to share it with you, here. It happened a number of years after I’d been diagnosed with ADHD and I had already gotten to the point of working hard at accepting my ADHD and learning to make accommodations for it. Still, one never knows when the ADHD blooper can take you down… In all my adult years as a married woman with children, I had never hosted a Passover dinner. For those of you not…

  • Terry Meets Michelle Obama

    Terry Matlen
    Having worked in the White House as a clerical assistant, I was managing phone calls, email and other tasks for staffers. There was to be a photo shoot after dinner and we were all instructed to attend. I recall sitting with other secretaries when, right in the middle of the dinner, the main phone rang. I heard someone yelling to my co-worker that we really needed to be answering the White House phone. I didn’t get the phone; I was thinking how earlier that day, a woman with a whole slew of Portuguese Water Dog puppies had been walking around the grounds and how she allowed me to take one…

  • Uh Oh: Halloween + Sugar = Hyperactivity?

    Terry Matlen
    As a parent, you’ve probably heard that children who consume too much sugar will become hyperactive. Your mother has warned you to change your child’s diet. Your friends who do not have children with ADHD, suggest you’re a lousy mother for allowing your child to eat a cookie or two every day, let alone drink a bottle of soda on occasion. After all, aren’t you supposed to be eliminating any cause for his hyperactivity? With Halloween coming, you’re probably struggling with what to do about the bags of candy already entering your home. What’s a good mother to do? Well, let’s start…

  • Challenge Software Program for Self-Regulation

    Terry Matlen
    Periodically, people contact me with resources that they feel are helpful to those touched by ADHD. Recently, I learned of the Challenge Software Program at http://www.cpschallenge.com. Its developer, Brad Chapin LCP, LMLP, tells me that the program was Beta-tested by over 750 parents and professionals around the world. He recently launched the site to the public. This interactive internet-based application uses animated scenarios and games to engage children quickly and teach them the basics of Self-regulation (the central issue in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Aggression, and…
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