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Stop Procrastinating - Get Started Now Heads Up Tips for Better Attention And Concentration Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination!- Where to Start When Looking for an ADHD Expert - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Danette SchottOften parents suspect their child may have something going on…possibly ADHD/ADD. Observing problem behaviors at home may be followed up by a phone call from your child’s teacher requesting a conference. It’s important that you don’t ignore these signs that something is going on. An undiagnosed ...
Views: 1370 - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from marie LucyADHD is the most common behavioural disorder in the UK and tends to start at an early age. In this article: What is ADHD? Diagnosis Advice & Support Symptoms Effect on your life Causes Treatment What is ADHD? ADHD mainly affects children (3–9 per cent of ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - Home Remedies For ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) In Children - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Jhon NapierIt is a disorder which starts during childhood and children suffering from ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) show symptoms of forgetfulness, inattention and poor control of impulses, repeating mistakes, excessive talking, hyperactivity and learning disability. ADD is common among school going ...
Views: 1366 - Is ADHD Getting You Down? 6 Tips To Sharpen Your Celebrating Skills - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Sarah Jane KeyserCelebrating is a skill that adults with ADHD are often short on. They tend to have a negative image of themselves. Their own internal gremlin keeps reminding them of their failures and unrealized dreams and "the others" in the outside world often remind them when they don't live up to ...
Views: 1364 - Stay Focused - Getting The Things You Want To Do Done! - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Carrie GreeneMany people have trouble staying focused on what they are doing. I got this email recently, take a look, does this sound familiar to you? "I know what I have to do but never do it. I get side tracked, then I lose track of time and next thing I know the day is gone and I've done nothing. It ...
Views: 1364 - A Side-by-Side Review of Strattera and Adderall - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Brian WuAccording to the CDC, 4.6 million children between the ages of 4 and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 2011. As more medications are produced to combat this rather widespread mental disorder, it can be hard to tell which medication is right for you or your loved ones. Here we will compare ...
Views: 1361 - Meditation Successful at Calming and Focusing the Brain - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Carol GignouxMeditation is a great way to calm and focus yourself if you have the ADD brain type. In fact, research has shown that mediation has the power to not only calm you down, but retrain your brain to work better. Meditation is also good for gaining perspective and helping you make better decisions ...
Views: 1356 - 8 Essential Skills for Managing ADD - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskySo many adults with ADD find themselves chronically overwhelmed with every day life. This means that they generally wake up feeling like they are running behind on all the things they need to do, spend the whole day on high speed in order to get all those things done, and yet still go to bed ...
Views: 1354 - Natural Treatments for ADHD/ADD - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Adam GravesADHD/ADD a growing crisis By: Adam Graves ND, LAc Treating children with ADD/ADHD medication can be a doubled edge sword. One side is that the medications can be effective and help provide relief; the other side is that they can have severe adverse effects and don’t provide a real long term ...
Views: 1353 - 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: 1350 - ADHD Cure and Treatment - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Steven QaresmaAttention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic disorder, which can affect a child if ADHD cure is not prescribed. Symptoms of ADHD include restlessness, difficult on completing tasks, inappropriate behavior, impulsivity and hyperactive. ADHD must be identified early enough so ...
Views: 1345 - Practical Ways to Keep Your ADD Under Control During the Holiday Season - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2003 from Jennifer KoretskyDo last month’s Thanksgiving experiences have you dreading the December holidays? The idea of gifts, family, and days off sounds great…but we all know that holidays are some of the most stressful times of the year. When an ADDer starts to become immersed in the shopping, cooking, traveling, ...
Views: 1343(1 vote) - 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: 1336(1 vote) - The ADHD Challenge of Saying No - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Meghan Gehan“Half of the troubles of this life can be traced to saying yes too quickly and not saying no soon enough.” ~Josh Billings Sometimes I feel immense pressure to do things I don’t want to do. Other people’s priorities end up being my priorities and then I wonder why I struggle with overwhelm. ...
Views: 1333 - Many Kinds of Smart - Understanding Your Child's Learning Style - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from riftgold luWafer tumbler locks are yet another kind of door lock. STAGE 3: RETURN TO NORMAL FUNCTION (3-10 WEEKS) As the normal biomechanics of the shoulder return, pain should largely resolve. I'm normally not a big fan of the business parable books. Items should be returned to the correct location after ...
Views: 1332 - Help for Adult ADD: Learn to Delegate - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyAdults with ADD are not "wired" for details. We're creatives, entrepreneurs, inventors, idea generators, and big picture thinkers. When an adult with ADD is confronted with too many details to tend to, overwhelm quickly sets in. This is not a character flaw - it's quite simply just not ...
Views: 1329 - 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: 1328 - Are Your Children At Risk Of Becoming Addicted to ADHD Medications? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Rebecca ShellyIt seems like every time you turn your head you hear about how traditional ADHD medications are causing negative side effects. Individuals diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are usually prescribed stimulant medications (e.g., methylphenidate and amphetamines) which ...
Views: 1328 - The Gift of ADD and ADHD - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2009 from Kevin Emery"I just finished reading this book and I have decided that I am ADD." "I saw a TV show about ADHD. I have it and so does my son." "My daughter's teacher says she asks too many questions. Do you think she's hyperactive?" Over the past ten years, we've all heard announcements like these from ...
Views: 1322 - ADHD: Overcoming Special Challenges - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from John SamuelsOvercoming special challenges: This is a story related to me by a reading coach in Paterson, NJ. She tutors hundreds of students every year at the public library and has tutored hundreds of children and teens with ADHD: J.M. is a compassionate African American woman who works very diligently ...
Views: 1320 - ADHD - Our United States Heritage - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2005 from Patrick HurleyJune 2005 - Volume II - Issue VI ADHD - "Our United States Heritage" Thom Hartmann wrote a book on ADHD called “ADD – A Different Perspective” which is a positive look at ADHD from a historical perspective of “hunter” versus “farmer”. The basic premise being that at one point all of the ...
Views: 1319 - Parenting Children with ADD and ADHD: How to Praise Children So It Doesn’t Backfire - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Sherrie HardyMany parents of children with ADD and ADHD will read the title and throw up their hands. Come on. Really? Praising children has been a technique used for motivation since the beginning of time. It can backfire? Hold on. Don’t throw up the white flag yet. Here it is boiled down to three ...
Views: 1317(2 votes) - The Benefits of CBD For All Generations - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2019 from Casey ChesterfieldThe nation spends millions of dollars per year on medicine for a variety of health issues and diseases. Some people may find the medication they take improves their health situation and allows them to live lives with less pain. Even so, others are looking for fewer pills to pop over the span of ...
Views: 1317 - ADHD -Tracks of my tears - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2005 from Patrick HurleyMay 2005 - Volume II - Issue V ADHD - "Tracks of my tears" Statement: My intent in this newsletter is to express as quickly as possible my own beliefs and opinions on matters. I have no problems with people who disagree with my opinion and have even been swayed to rethink my position from ...
Views: 1314 - ADHD: Not Just For Kids Anymore - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2008 from Terry MatlenUp until the mid 1980's, it was widely believed by physicians and psychologists that ADHD was outgrown by the time a child hit adolescence. Surprise! Though many clinicians still hold on to this belief, it is now accepted by many in the medical community that childhood ADHD does indeed ...
Views: 1309 - Managing ADD Is Like Riding a Bike - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2006 from Jennifer KoretskyRemember when you learned to ride a bike? You probably started out with a tricycle when you were very young. At some point, you got the coveted two-wheeler with training wheels. And most likely, one day, one of your parents told you that you were ready to take those training wheels off. ...
Views: 1309 - A Side-by-Side Review of Vyvanse and Ritalin - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Brian WuAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders among children. Though usually diagnosed in childhood, ADHD often lasts into adulthood. There are many methods to help treat ADHD symptoms, the most common being the combined ...
Views: 1306 - Designing A Calm ADD-ADHD Home Atmosphere - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from ron rougeauxAttention Deficit Disorder is a mild brain disorder that is passed down from parent to child. If one parent has Adult ADHD, then their child has a 50% chance of inheriting it. If both parents have it, a child is almost 90% likely to have attention deficit disorder. This means there may be more ...
Views: 1306 - Before Medication, First Try ADHD Self Help - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from sarah labdarAfter being diagnosed with ADHD, educating yourself with the knowledge about ADHD and gaining the support of your family and friends is crucial. Developing manageable solutions to your specific problems will help you through your challenges. While most people who are diagnosed with ADHD as ...
Views: 1299 - Essential Skills for Managing ADD – Part 1: Practicing Excellent Self-Care - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyAs an adult with ADD and an ADD Coach, I have observed some skills that I believe are essential for successful ADD management. The first of these skills is: Practice Excellent Self-Care. There are many components of self-care that one must pay attention to. Sleep, nutrition, and exercise are ...
Views: 1297 - Using Metaphorical Tools - by In my coach supervision group, an ADD (attention deficit disorder) coach who has ADD and vision challenges made the statement "I can't see how to use drawing with my clients." The following exercise can be used by the coach for herself and with any client who tends to "interrupt" their movement ...
Views: 1296 - ADHD Addiction and Life Coaching - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2019 from Michelle RazFind Your Special with a Life Coach after Addiction It is not true that everyone is special. It is true that everyone was once special and still possesses the ability to recover it. -Chris Jami, Killosophy We put our children in schools so that they get educated and enlightened. Then when ...
Views: 1294 - How To Transform Your Life Challenges Into A Perfect Career - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Michelle RazMost of us perceive the challenges we’ve experienced in our life to be barriers or limitations on our choice of career. For example, if you have a learning disability you may believe you’re not cut out for a career requiring a lot of writing and researching. You may feel your lack of detailed ...
Views: 1287 - ADD And Life Changes - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from CoachRudy RodriguezIt’s not uncommon for some adults with ADD to lead fairly normal lives, everything going well and suddenly find themselves struggling with unfamiliar behaviors such as clutter and disorganization (mental and physical), uncommon tardiness (appointments and personal engagements, paying bills), and ...
Views: 1286 - How To Find The Best Registering Business For Your Company - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from rikvin offshoreIncorporating a company is considered to be a great step for businessmen who want to put up a business in Singapore. May it for the finding the finest services or products to promote in the market or learning about the most successful strategy in promoting and boosting company sales, it is ...
Views: 1279 - Organizing For ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Marilyn BohnWhen I was a child ADD/ADHD was not a diagnosis that had been identified. I was considered hyper active and was the child who presented a challenge to the teacher because I could talk to my neighbor, and at the same time know what question the teacher was asking and then answer the question. If ...
Views: 1278 - Exploring the "Should's": Is it Necessity, Desire, or Guilt? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyHow many times a day do you find yourself using the word "should"? ADDers are full of "should's": I should do the dishes, I should clean out the fridge, I should see that movie, I should call my friend, etc. The word "should" can be very dangerous to an adult with ADD, because it often results ...
Views: 1277 - Help Children with ADHD and ADD - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Sherrie HardyAttention Deficit Disorder affects each individual differently. It is hard for “Dylan” to sit still during circle time. He fidgets with his shoe lace and squirms in his spot. His movement distracts other students from listening to the story. When the teacher asks the class to predict what ...
Views: 1275 - Students with ADHD in the classroom: How Can Parents Help? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Sherrie HardyGrant is sitting on his leg and tapping his pencil. As his mom observes the class, she notices that many of the other children are already turning in their work. Grant doesn’t even have one word written on the page. When the student sitting next to him complains about the tapping, the ...
Views: 1272 - Why Daily Planning is So Important for Adults with ADD - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyFor adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), details are a drag. We tend to see the big picture and want to jump straight to the finish line, wishing we could skip all the steps in between. Unfortunately, this perspective often causes us to become overwhelmed when it's time to start a ...
Views: 1262 - How To Find A Career That Speaks To Your Passion - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Michelle Raz“Life is struggle.” Buddha Everyone goes through ups and downs in life, which I see as something positive. This may make no sense to you. You may wonder if I’m an advocate for suffering! I’m not. But I know that within the challenges you’ve experienced are ...
Views: 1257 - ADHD Natural Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2011 from Amit k ChaudharyMost kids who have add go through traditional psychological and conduct treatments so they can adjust to the social world around them. However, conduct treatments is not the only software that can restore kids with conduct conditions. Consider giving your kid popular music treatments, a ...
Views: 1254(1 vote) - It is crucial to find out ailment - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Louella SokolskyThrough the decades, there may be tremendous amounts of exploration accomplished on solutions for little ones with ADHD. It's essential to find out that this problem is chronic. Each little one requirements to obtain an individualized treatment method approach produced for them. Regrettably, ...
Views: 1250 - Do You Know What Day January 17th Is? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyDo you know what day January 17th is? Here's a hint: it has to do with New Year's Resolutions. If you’re like most Americans, January brings a renewed sense of energy and motivation that usually results in a “New Year’s Resolution.” But if you have Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ...
Views: 1247 - How to get started as an Affiliate - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2010 from Mike GlanvilleAffiliate Decision Tree If you starting out to become an affiliate, that is someone who sells stuff through the Internet for commission, as with all business start-ups, you can start the right way and you can start the wrong way, and then get disappointing results, become disheartened, give ...
Views: 1238 - Plan To Manage Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyEveryone finds themselves stressed out during the holiday season. But for adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), November through January can feel like a whirlwind of tasks and responsibilities. Lack of time management will result in undue pressure and overwhelm for the ADD adult. ...
Views: 1235(1 vote) - Try a Little Tenderness — For Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Carolyn StoneRecently I went to a workshop on Mindfulness, and its use in psychotherapy. I was quite excited as I listened because I could see its usefulness to parents. First of all, what is mindfulness? When people practice mindfulness, they try to change the quality of their awareness so that they ...
Views: 1235(2 votes) - Home Remedies For ADHD Straight From Your Kitchen - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Peter FilinovichADHD or Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common disorder among children. The disorder may be carried forward in to adolescence and even adulthood. Children with ADHD fail to stay focused or attentive. They cannot control their behavior and are usually over-active or hyper-active. ...
Views: 1229 - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder In Children - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Connie LimonOne of the most common mental disorders that develop in children is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Children with this disorder will experience impaired functioning in: • The home • The school • Relationships with peers Treatment in childhood is necessary to help avoid ...
Views: 1227 - Child ADHD Treatment - Natural Treatment for ADHD - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Amit k ChaudharyOne of the lesser-known activates is getting more advertising as a new natural Child ADHD Treatment establishes to be effective. Every person is given birth to with a set of basic reactions, also known as neonatal reactions, for success and protection. There are many different kinds of neonatal ...
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