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Stop Procrastinating - Get Started Now Heads Up Tips for Better Attention And Concentration Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination!- Can ADD be an Asset? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Carol GignouxThe truth about what exactly is ADD can be confusing. There are many interpretations out there each claiming to be the right one. ADD is a disability. ADD is a brain type. ADD is an executive function disorder. So how does one navigate the confusing waters of these competing definitions? How do ...
Views: 1640 - Grandma has ADHD Too - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2007 from Sarah Jane KeyserI was 57 when I found a name for what made my life different. I discovered Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) reading "Shadow Syndromes" by Dr. John Ratey. His description of the Inattentive type of ADHD was a revelation. I went "Wow! That's it !" It explained so many things about ...
Views: 1638 - How Breaking Routine and Acts of Kindness Can Energize Your Day - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesSometimes life becomes so routine that we do not have to think about a thing we are doing throughout the day. We are programmed to run on automatic. It is important to shake things up every once in a while to get the creative juices flowing, to give us an added boost of energy, or to give us ...
Views: 1637 - The Difference Between Adult & Childhood ADHD - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from sarah labdarThere are very few diseases or disorders that are diagnosed in children and don’t carry over into adulthood. ADHD or Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of those disorders that is usually diagnosed early on in childhood and persists throughout the persons life. It is a myth that as ...
Views: 1636 - ADD/ADHD – Drug Free Treatments - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Mary Ernsberger“Maybe if you found a doctor who’d put him on medication, he would behave better.” How often have you been told that the only effective way to treat attention deficit disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) is to medicate your child? We teach our children to say “No” ...
Views: 1634 - This Can't Just Be ADHD, Can It? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2012 from Cathryn HarperIf your child has been diagnosed with ADHD you know that the symptoms include difficulty with paying attention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. It is very common for individuals with ADHD to miss small details, fidget, talk incessantly and struggle with following specific instructions. While ADHD ...
Views: 1630 - Do Diet Restrictions Really Help Children With ADHD? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Cathryn HarperNot all doctors, nutritionists, and parents agree when it comes to the topic of dietary restrictions as a treatment for ADHD . According to the National Institute of Mental Health, a major study on what is called the Feingold-type diet showed that certain dietary restrictions helped improve the ...
Views: 1628 - Attention Deficit Disorder - by Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity (ADHD) occur as a result of neurological dysfunction in the prefrontal cortex of the brain. This is the newest part of our tri-brain system in evolutionary terms. It is the part of our brain that performs ...
Views: 1627(1 vote) - New ADHD Medications: Better Than the Last or Equally Dangerous? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Wayne McDonald, HolisticNetworkExchange.comEver wondered how different ADHD new medication is? You'd think that the new medications that come out are somehow improvements upon the older ones but that couldn't be farther from the truth. All of the new medications have equally risky side effects that you need to carefully consider before ...
Views: 1626 - What If She Fails? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Carolyn StoneOften I meet with parents who are very worried about their children’s achievement, usually in school, but sometimes in sports as well. These are well-meaning parents who want the best for their children. They want them to have the best opportunities, and they want their children to have ...
Views: 1614(1 vote) - ADHD Its a wonderful life - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2005 from Patrick Hurleywww.addcorridorcoaching.com December 2004 Volume I Issue XII ADHD-- It’s a wonderful life I wanted to let all of you know that my new book ADHD and the Criminal Justice System has been released. You can order it at this link at my Authors ...
Views: 1611(1 vote) - How is ADD Coaching Distinct from Regular Coaching? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2006 from David GiwercHow is ADD Coaching Distinct from Regular Coaching? By David Giwerc, MCC, President/Founder of ADD Coach Academy, www.addca.com In order to discuss the distinction between regular coaching and *ADD Coaching it is important to reference the International Coach Federation, the professional ...
Views: 1611 - Weight Loss Journeys - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Elicia FaulApril 3rd Today is a good day. I didn't run this morning or even jog. I'm still in my jammas more or less and I wont tell you what time it is. I've been an emotional wreck more times than I can count on one hand. And I've had blackberry pie for two meals with whip cream (a person needs their ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - When You’re Going Through HELL, Keep Going! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Michelle RazHow Your Challenges Bring You Success “If you’re going through hell, keep going.” –Winston Churchill Life is full of challenges. The mere act of living creates contrast between what you want and what you don’t want. Which is wonderful because experiencing what’s unwanted – also known as a ...
Views: 1602 - ADD - Conquering The Business World - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2007 from Tellman KnudsonPeople who have ADD are living in an alien environment. They are zig-zag people living in a straight-line world. But regardless of whether you are ADD or linear, you can still achieve any goals you set. But the way you go about structuring your life has to be a bit different. For example, you ...
Views: 1599 - Summer Learning: Forget the Reading Lists and Math Flashcards!!...What?!? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Kellie HuffThis summer, let’s help our kids enjoy their summer and sharpen their minds for the next school year. Many children consider summer a sacred, care-free, no homework zone. But slacking off the entire time can cause students to forget what they’ve learned and that puts them behind for the next ...
Views: 1591(2 votes) - A Side-by-Side Review of Vyvanse and Adderall - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Brian WuThanks to growing research on the subject of ADHD, there are more treatments available now more than ever. With the numerous new medicines and treatments available, it can be difficult to distinguish which may be right for you and your family. Here we will compare the dosing, effectiveness, side ...
Views: 1590 - Children with ADD or ADHD Often Struggle with More than Just Attention - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Sherrie HardyStudents who need help with ADHD and ADD experience difficulty with more than just the ability to pay attention, focus and concentrate. These children can also experience issues with organization, difficulty finishing tasks, and executive functioning. Executive Functioning is a skill that ...
Views: 1589(2 votes) - Hyperactivity: A Growing Problem, Or Kids Being Kids? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonBack in 2013 an editorial piece was published in the Huffington Post. It looked at a collection of studies that had been examined about ADHD diagnoses that were growing around the world. More and more children were being given the label, and often medicated for it. Were rates really ...
Views: 1588 - A Week in the Life of ADHD - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Meghan GehanDo you know someone who is frequently late or forgetful? Corners the market on forgotten birthday apologies, or struggles chaotically with the demanding needs of their overly busy world? This week, I lovingly tell a real-life adult-with-ADHD story, so that perhaps others can understand and ...
Views: 1587 - Students identified as troubled or troubling tend to flourish in alternative learning environments - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Dore' FrancesStudents identified as troubled or troubling tend to flourish in alternative learning environments where they believe that their teachers, staff, and administrators care about and respect them, value their opinion, establish fair rules that they support, are flexible in trying to solve problems, ...
Views: 1587 - ADHD Treatment - by Submitted on May 30, 2009 from Richard BonneyAttention deficit disorder: most commonly involves impulsive behavior, the inability to stay focused, and possibly hyperactivity. ADHD can sometimes include mental and behavioral disorders that can keep one from learning or performing well. About 5-10 percent of children in the US are ...
Views: 1586 - Adult ADHD - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2015 from Brian WuAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common yet complex mental disorder, which can adversely affect a persons work, schooling, or interpersonal relationships. The symptoms of ADHD vary from case to case and are difficult to recognize. Though it is typically diagnosed in ...
Views: 1585 - The Wonder of Standing Out - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2017 from Laurie Dupar“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” Dr. Seuss Do you stand out, or are you busy trying to fit in? Do you focus on how to make a positive difference in the world? Or is your focus on being accepted? ADHD comes with being different. Everyone has things they do well…and not so well. ...
Views: 1582 - Internet Marketing Secret - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Rachel JacksonWhat's the Internet Marketing Secret? With more and more people trying out their hand at internet marketing, and many of these people failing at it, the question of what's the internet marketing secret comes up over and over again. Why is it that some people are successful and some people can ...
Views: 1579(1 vote) - Dealing with Stuff - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Sydney MetrickStuff is everywhere. There are papers piled up on the desk, books next to the bed, and scraps of paper with "to do's" and reminder notes everywhere. But where are my keys?!!! If this situation is something you can relate to, fear not, there is help. Many people with attention deficit ...
Views: 1578(1 vote) - Digestive Health Checklist: Learn what Risks to your Brain are Associated with Stomach Upset - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2015 from Lana ThomasDigestive Health Checklist What is the most important system in your body? Of course all eleven systems are important as a whole, but if you cannot absorb nutrients then your entire body will begin operating like a city in a brown out. Since your health depends so largely on your ability to ...
Views: 1578 - 15 Time Management Tips for Adults with ADHD - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2015 from Cassandra GreeneAn adult who has ADHD tends to be impulsive and restless. At times they may have a difficult time paying attention. ADHD can make time management quite hard. Some of the symptoms of adult ADHD can mean that you are not aware of time passing, predicting how long a task will take, monitoring your ...
Views: 1577(1 vote) - ADHD - Updates on Co-Morbidity from ADDA conference - by Submitted on May 27, 2004 from Patrick Hurley********************************************* ADHD NEWSLETTER from Patrick J. Hurley www.addcorridorcoaching.com ADHD – Recent Updates on Co-morbidity May 2004 Volume I Issue V Statement: My intent in this newsletter is to express as quickly as possible my own beliefs and ...
Views: 1575 - Let it Slide-An ADHD Trait - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Paul KeeneIf you or someone in your life is affected by ADHD, you are familiar with not following through, putting it off, or letting it slide. Whatever you call it, the bottom line is the same. Assignments, responsibilities, and promises are disregarded. They are put on the back burner and soon ...
Views: 1572 - 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: 1571(2 votes) - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Paul FletcherDrug Free Treatment and Prevention of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder The number of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) continues to grow each year. In parallel, the use of prescription drugs in treating the disorder has increased too, even ...
Views: 1565 - The AD/HD Entrepreneur: - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2006 from David GiwercThis is the first in a series of articles about entrepreneurs who have AD/HD. The United States is in the midst of an entrepreneurial renaissance. People are literally waking up to the idea that they can work for themselves and make a lot of money doing it. And, while there are as many types ...
Views: 1563 - How to Teach an ADHD Student - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Amit k ChaudharyProfessors and mother and father be a part of together side in side in assisting children with ADHD. Parents with ADHD children have acquired how to take care of them and self-discipline them. Professors are getting ADHD learners for several hours a day and they can verify the level of the ADHD ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - Helping Children Get Control of ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Dr. William MorganParenting a child with ADD/ADHD can be very challenging. Parenting does not cause ADD/ADHD, but how parents interact with their child can make things better or worse. Here are ten ways to make things better: 1. Provide a structured environment. ADD/ADHD children function better in a structured, ...
Views: 1560 - Pain in Multiple Sclerosis - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Anju AroraEarlier, MS was considered to be a painless disease. But the recent view is that people with MS experience pain or discomfort at times during the course of their disease. Common aches and pains in body are probably more frequent in people with MS than in non-affected individuals. Headaches are ...
Views: 1560 - Strategies for Alleviating the Boredom Associated with Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyJust about every expert in the ADD field will tell you that exercise is one of the best ADD management strategies there is. According to the book Delivered from Distraction: "When a person exercises, she sets in motion a cascade of events that her brain loves. She sends more blood to her ...
Views: 1560 - Rewriting The 3 R’s - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Mary ErnsbergerThe focus surrounding the education of America’s children has changed dramatically in the last 10-15 years. Gone are the days of focusing on our children’s skills, dreams and creative ways of learning. Now children are taught from early elementary school how to score well on standardized ...
Views: 1558 - List of 15 Common ADHD Medications - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Brian WuAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder affecting over 6.4 million children between the ages of 4 and 17, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This rather common, albeit complex mental disorder, can adversely affect a child's schooling as well ...
Views: 1556 - A Complete Parent's Guide of What to Look for ADHD Child Symptoms - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Amit k ChaudharyIf you suppose your kid has ADHD, you may wonder what, exactly, the ADHD kid signs are. While adhd, impulsivity, and deficit of attention can very much sum of the Child ADHD Symptoms in kid sufferers, there are several more particular the Child ADHD Symptoms, and there are a few ways to tell ...
Views: 1547(1 vote) - Parenting Children with ADD and ADHD: 3 Tips to Praise Children Effectively - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Sherrie HardyPraise can be very powerful when used correctly. Here are three easy tips to help parents implement praise in a way that motivates children with ADD and ADHD and boosts their self-esteem: 1. Be Genuine “You are going to be the next Babe Ruth!” or “That is the most beautiful painting I ...
Views: 1547(2 votes) - How To Let Go Of Limiting Beliefs That Hold You Back From A Career You’ll Love - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2019 from Michelle RazHow To Let Go Of Limiting Beliefs That Hold You Back From A Career You’ll Love “If you accept a limiting belief, then it will become a truth for you.” ―Louise Hay “When I grow up I’m going to trap myself into a job I hate but feel like I can’t leave.” Said no one ever. Except you’re ...
Views: 1544 - ADHD Diet: Nutritious Snacks for Kids - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2011 from Amit k ChaudharyKids need treats to petrol their growth and energy, and those on an ADHD diet need nutrient-dense small meals more than ever. Research that lack and man-made food substances can worsen the the signs of ADHD, and most treats promoted of the contain all these substances while providing little or ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - A Side-by-Side Review of Dexedrine and Adderall. - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Brian WuAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD), is a mental disorder most common in children, which causes symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsive behavior and inattentiveness. Diagnoses of ADHD have noticeably risen since the 1990's. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4.6 ...
Views: 1537 - Author Review of Ashley and Blaise Ryan - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew FinlaysonAshley and Blaise Ryan author review acquired a number of great feedback over the internet known as one of the best parenting advisers in the country. The book they published features valuable choices for a well behaved child. Ryans began coaching their five years old child. They tried many ...
Views: 1533 - ADHD - Headlines sometimes can be deceptive - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2006 from Patrick HurleyMay 2006 - Volume III - Issue V ADHD - News Headlines Sometimes Deceiving 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 ...
Views: 1526 - Now Few Simple ADHD Treatments - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Amit k ChaudharyThe therapies for ADHD are different from doctor to doctor and household to household. One can choose to use medication(s), talk about or perform therapies, herbal remedies, or none of the above. As a mom of two different ADHD kids, I have perused healthcare magazines, desired out information ...
Views: 1524(1 vote) - ADD - Who Said You Have A "Disorder"? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2007 from Tellman KnudsonWhen I hear the label "attention deficit disorder" being applied, I get a little miffed. It makes us ADD people seem like there's something wrong with us. Could it be that we just don't easily fit into a linear world? I mean, because the majority of people on earth are linear thinkers, does that ...
Views: 1522 - In What Way Can Small Business Accounting Services Be of Help? - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from rikvin offshoreNotwithstanding the extent of your company, maintaining the books of accounts is very important. It becomes much effortless for a business regardless of the business production with the assistance of small business accounting services taking care of the daily accounts. Some companies may not ...
Views: 1522 - Six Tips for Everyday Social Skills with ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2007 from Sarah Jane KeyserSocial situations may be very difficult for some people with ADHD (Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder). They don't seem to have the type of antenna which picks up the nuances and undertones of social interactions. They often are not aware of how other people are feeling or how they ...
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