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Stop Procrastinating - Get Started Now Heads Up Tips for Better Attention And Concentration Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination!- Stimulants & Zoloft for ADHD: Helpful & Safe or Perilous? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2009 from Salvator GiustraChildren taking Zoloft for ADHD? Are you spoofing me? In my previous psychotherapy practice practice, we might prescribe Zoloft for adults with pretty serious psychiatric disorders. And now we are prescribing this dangerous stuff to young kids& adolescents. When you are thru with reading this ...
Views: 16580 - The Top 10 Ways to Overcome Procrastination - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyWhen a person is bored or uninterested, certain tasks and projects can seem like torture! This feeling usually leads to procrastination, and procrastination often leads to guilt. Here are some practical ways to avoid these situations and overcome procrastination: 1. Recharge Daily Be sure to ...
Views: 14205 - ADHD: Will Counseling Help Your Child Succeed? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2023 from Debra BurdickIf you suspect or know your child has Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), counseling and/or coaching can be extremely helpful for you and your child. Please notice I said you and your child. YOU MUST be involved in this process. How you treat your child, how you react to them, ...
Views: 12804(12 votes) - ADHD and PTSD: What You Need to Know - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from LuAnn PiercePost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can be very difficult to manage - especially for adults with ADHD. As the name suggests, this cluster of symptoms is the result of experiencing a traumatic event. A person with PTSD may be easily triggered by a smell, sound, ...
Views: 12037(1 vote) - ***The estrogen connection to ADHD - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2013 from Linda RoggliBefore menopause, "Sylvia" was plagued by severe PMS (now known as PMDD - Pre Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder). She had migraines each month in tandem with her period and her work suffered because she lost focus regularly. After menopause her brain fog worsened. Little did she know that her ...
Views: 11007 - ADHD - Mood Swings and Anxiety - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2004 from Patrick Hurley********************************************* ADHD NEWSLETTER from Patrick J. Hurley www.addcorridorcoaching.com ADHD – Mood Swings and Anxiety July 2004 Volume I Issue VII Statement: My intent in this newsletter is to express as quickly as possible my own beliefs ...
Views: 10190(1 vote) - How to Know if You Have Low Pre-frontal Cortex Activity and ADD Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Toby AlexanderGreetings friends, One of my missions this year, before 2012, is to clear the label and condition known as ADD from the planet and activate optimum brain function according to the original divine blueprint for all of humanity. Over the last few months, I have been studying everything from ...
Views: 9588(1 vote) - 6 Impossible Things To Do Before Breakfast - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2006 from Sarah Jane KeyserIs life with ADHD getting you down? You can't lose weight. You have no time to write, paint, live or whatever you want to do? You're tired? You're no good at it anyway? You would like to change if only you could find the time and energy to start. And if I say to you, "You can lose weight. There ...
Views: 8531 - For Parents of Special Needs Students: Raising a Successful College Graduate - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Kari MillerChildren with special needs have experienced more frustration and academic failure than most other children. Yet, some of them become successful college students who graduate with a specialty in a chosen field. Sadly, most do not. Only about 57 percent of students with disabilities graduate ...
Views: 8419(8 votes) - ADHD And Transitions: How To Avoid Meltdowns - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2007 from Karen DeBoltStruggling with transitions is something that seems to affect most kids with ADHD. Actually, it affects adults too if we think about it. Our family went camping last week. We had great weather the whole time until the last night. Yep, it started to rain in August! I normally love our ...
Views: 8234 - Gifted and learning disabled: Students who are twice exceptional - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Kari MillerParents may suspect that their child is gifted, yet be baffled when their smart child has difficulty learning in certain areas. Some intellectually gifted students also have special learning needs such as a learning disability. Gifted students may also have other special educational needs such ...
Views: 7858(5 votes) - The Body Double - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Linda AndersonAs a business and personal coach, I specialize in working with highly skilled and creative, if sometimes overwhelmed, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) adults. Among a variety of coaching skills, I use many organizational tools and techniques to help my clients reach their goals. Over the ...
Views: 7774 - Coping with Adult ADD/ADHD: Top 10 Strategies - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Dr. William MorganOne of the keys to coping with adult ADD/ADHD is to develop a set of compensatory strategies that help to neutralize the problems it can cause. I have found that for every challenge ADD/ADHD presents for the clients I work with, we can develop a set of strategies that can help a lot. Here are ...
Views: 7764 - Raising Cooperative Kids - Three Things Parents Should Never Do - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Kari Miller“If you don’t clean up your room right now, you’re grounded!” Ellen yelled at her daughter, Brittany. Brittany rolled her eyes—again—and stalked off toward her room. This running feud was getting to Ellen. She was at her wits end. She began to dread coming home from work because she ...
Views: 7750(6 votes) - 10 Tips for Practicing Positive Thinking as a Tool for Managing ADD - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2004 from Jennifer KoretskyAt first glance, it would seem that positive thinking and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) have nothing to do with one another. But many of us with ADD develop negative thinking patterns because we become frustrated by our challenges and frequent feelings of being overwhelmed. This negative ...
Views: 7433(1 vote) - ADD/ADHD Or Just a Super Smart Kid? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2009 from Werner KnoeppWHY ARE CHILDREN DIAGNOSED WITH ADD/ADHD? AND HOW? The number one reason for diagnosing a child as afflicted with ADD/ADHD (and the subsequent drugging of the child) seems to be for the convenience of parents and teachers. Their mental capacity often exceeds that of their elders who are ...
Views: 7348(1 vote) - What is Cognitive Development and Training and Why it is So Important to a Child’s Academic Success - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2010 from Anne Sentellhttp://www.selfgrowth.com/user/294177/edit/content_expert_pageCognitive skills are developed over time and derive primarily from our sensory and motor skills but are not dependent on them. However, sensory and motor skills are dependent on cognitive development to give them meaning and direction. Sensory and motor development includes the abilities we ...
Views: 7100(1 vote) - Managing the Vyvanse Crash - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Brian WuWhat is Vyvanse? Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, brand name Vyvanse, is a stimulant often prescribed to individuals with ADHD. It has also recently been approved by the FDA to treat binge-eating disorder in adults. Vyvanse typically works through it's interaction with the central nervous system. ...
Views: 7065 - What Is the Difference Between Biofeedback and Neurofeedback? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from William ScottA frequently asked question I hear is "What is the difference between neurofeedback and biofeedback?" The term biofeedback is a general term used to describe feedback training for the body. However, most people refer to peripheral biofeedback or EMG biofeedback as simply biofeedback. EMG ...
Views: 6832(1 vote) - ADHD - "Military, Police and other Public Safety Careers" - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2005 from Patrick HurleyJuly 2005 - Volume II - Issue VII ADHD - "Military, Police and other Public Safety Careers" 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 ...
Views: 6829(1 vote) - ADD Medications: Seven Tips To Finding The Top Of The Therapeutic Window - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Dr Charles ParkerPsychiatric medications are just like any other medications: they must always be adjusted correctly to work correctly. The patient's size and weight no longer matters. Today, medication adjustments are all about this little known Mind Bio-marker: the Therapeutic Window We used to think that ...
Views: 6668 - ADHD - Addictive Tendencies - by Submitted on May 03, 2005 from Patrick HurleyApril 2005 - Volume II - Issue IV ADHD - Addictive Tendencies 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: 6459 - ADHD- Perils of People Pleasing - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2005 from Patrick HurleyADHD - Perils of People Pleasing Tendencies Many persons with ADHD also describe themselves as excessive people pleasers. This is not necessarily all bad, but it can be carried to extremes by some. I think the fact that many of us have past history of problems with friendships and personal ...
Views: 6387 - ADHD & Gambling "What are the odds?" - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2004 from Patrick HurleyADHD NEWSLETTER from Patrick J. Hurley www.addcorridorcoaching.com ADHD & Gambling Addiction- What are the odds? March 2004 Volume I Issue III Statement: My intent in this newsletter is to express as quickly as possible my own beliefs and opinions on matters. I have no ...
Views: 6370(1 vote) - ***Concentration and Attention Tips for Adult ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from Kari MillerDopamine dosers to your rescue! Brain chemicals called neurotransmitters play a key role in focusing. One of these neurotransmitters is dopamine – the major chemical that regulates focus, motor movements and feelings of pleasure. You can use some clever tricks to ...
Views: 6221(2 votes) - Strattera, The New ADHD Medication - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2003 from Jeannine VirtuePlease feel free to reprint this article about the newest ADHD medication to hit pharmacy shelves, keeping author bio and URL intact. Thank you! “Strattera, the New ADHD Medication” The newest ADHD medication Strattera (atomoxetine) is expected to hit the pharmacy shelves this month to much ...
Views: 6028(1 vote) - Educational techniques for ADHD – What are executive function skills? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Kari MillerIndividuals with ADHD and ADD often have difficulty with Executive Skills, also called Executive Functions. These are the skills that help us manage and direct our lives. They are analogous to the activities that an executive engages in to manage and direct a company or business. ...
Views: 5965(4 votes) - Developing Pilates Training Programs for Clients with Attention Deficit Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Aliesa George"I have a question about a client with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD. She takes medication for it and sometimes it works better than others. I try to minimize distractions in and around the studio and I try to be very clear with my queing. Is there something I could be doing to focus her? ...
Views: 5882(4 votes) - ADHD - Sleeping Difficulties, Procrastination and Maintaining Employment - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2004 from Patrick HurleyADHD NEWSLETTER from Patrick J. Hurley www.addcorridorcoaching.com October 2004 Volume I Issue X ADHD –Sleep Difficulties, Procrastination and other threats to Job Stability Statement: My intent in this newsletter is to express as quickly as possible my own ...
Views: 5846 - Foods That Trigger Behavioral Problems in Children - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Jaime HeidelAll children behave badly once in the while. It’s normal for children to act up when they can’t have their favorite toy or when they just need a nap. However, if behavioral problems disrupt both classroom and home time and your son or daughter just seems all-around miserable, it may be time to ...
Views: 5711 - ***I'm Almost Afraid to Ask but Do I Have Adult ADHD? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2013 from Linda RoggliForgotten computer passwords, belated birthday cards, mismatched shoes – they can make you wonder if your brain has turned to mush. Or maybe you have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)! Today’s frenzied world is a breeding ground for ADHD-like behavior, but for 95% of us those ...
Views: 5427(1 vote) - ***Educational techniques for ADHD – Bracketing distracting thoughts - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Kari MillerOne meaning of the term "bracketing" is "to place within." This concept of "placing within" is a helpful strategy that students and adults can use to identify and appropriately deal with distracting thoughts. In stage one, students decide whether their current thoughts are appropriate for the ...
Views: 5226(3 votes) - Ritalin, Adderall, Cocaine. Can Homeopathy Treat ADHD? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2008 from Ben TaatiRitalin is a very dangerous and highly addictive drug. Under Federal law, it is classified as a "schedule II controlled substance," the same rating given to cocaine, opium and morphine.[1] Did you know... * 7 million Americans today (mainly children) are diagnosed with ADHD[2] * Drug Companies ...
Views: 5226(1 vote) - ADHD - Spatial Problems/Accidents - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Patrick HurleyDecember 2007 - Volume IV - Issue XII 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 time to time. We are still ...
Views: 5223(1 vote) - Ritalin (methylphenidate) Drug Abuse: - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Jeannine VirtueRitalin (methylphenidate) Drug Abuse: Ritalin (methylphenidate) is the most common drug prescribed for Attention Deficit Disorder. Over the past five years, ADHD prescriptions have increased over 600 percent and so has the incidence of snorting Ritalin, injecting Ritalin and non-medical ...
Views: 5048(1 vote) - ***Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Kari MillerIf you are feeling discouraged about not being able to get things done, or find yourself losing time on activities that are "fun" in the moment but don't fulfill any of your life's ambitions, you need to know more about the true nature of the quality called "willpower"! We used to think we ...
Views: 5010(2 votes) - Craniosacral Therapy Helps ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Gloria FloresCraniosacral Therapy is a light-touch approach that can create profound improvements in your life if you have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ADD/ADHD is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder primarily characterized by inattention, ...
Views: 4986(1 vote) - Make Bathtime Easier and More Fun for the Child with Sensory Issues - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Nancy PeskeSome kids love bath time and enjoy splashing in the tub and playing with their favorite floating toys. But other children dread bathing. For these sensitive kids, the water is always either too hot or too cold, or frighteningly intense as it sprays out of the showerhead. They may be agitated by ...
Views: 4935(2 votes) - ***Launching Pads and ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Kari MillerAutomate your “launch sequence”! Have you ever locked yourself out of your car … or your house? I sure have! I think about all the time I wasted sitting outside my house waiting for my husband to come home to unlock the door or, even worse, sitting on ...
Views: 4884(1 vote) - Mom’s New Little Helper: Adderall - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Cheryl HinneburgGetting up early, going to bed late, playing coach, cook, housemaid, financial expert, chauffer, grocery shopper, appointment keeper, bath giver, homework helper, and nurse is just what moms are expected to do. These are mom’s roles and these don’t have any relation to what she does at work, her ...
Views: 4856(1 vote) - 3 Ways You Can Make a Difference in the Lives of Others With ADHD - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Laurie DuparWhen you’re living with ADHD (in yourself or a loved one), every day can feel like a struggle. And when you find something that works to make everyday life run just a little bit smoother, that one tip can be a lifesaver! And if that tip was shared with you by someone else, you feel eternally ...
Views: 4759(1 vote) - ADD-care A Natural Alternative - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Jef Gazley,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 lack of functioning in the brain causes distraction, short attention span, poor time management, procrastination, ...
Views: 4759 - The Developmental Process is Stuck - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2007 from Rodger BaileyChild development professionals agree. Many children are suffering from developmental problems. They also agree that all the problems that parents and teachers see in these children are related to the developmental process being blocked or stuck. That is what the diagnoses of Developmental ...
Views: 4755 - ***Heads Up! Tips for Better Attention and Concentration - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2017 from Kari MillerDo thoughts race around in your mind like a swarm of bees? With all those thoughts sprinting around in your mind, you’d think one of them would claim your attention. But none of them seem to “step into the spotlight”! Increasing the right kind of chemicals in your brain will reduce the ...
Views: 4741(2 votes) - Resilience and Adult ADD/ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from Kari MillerHave you ever read the story, The Little Engine That Could? A heavy train needed to be pulled over a tall mountain. The big engines refused to take on the job, but the little engine decided to take on the challenge. Why did the little engine take on such a huge job? In ...
Views: 4727(1 vote) - ADD/ADHD Friendly Home Organization Tips - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from Kari MillerDo you have piles of “stuff” so high you can’t find what you need, or sit down to a family dinner at the table because it’s covered with piles of papers or - gasp - dirty dishes? Even if clutter is beginning to take over your home, you can bust through the ...
Views: 4709(1 vote) - Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Blessing! or Disorder? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2007 from Bill DueeaseIf you have ADD, Welcome Aboard! I am blessed with ADD and enjoy every minute of it. Approximately three to six percent of the American population is believed to have ADD. ADD stands for “Attention Deficit Disorder.” My belief is that ADD is misnamed. Instead, it should be ...
Views: 4537 - *** Distractibility, Inattention, and Disorganization: Do I Have ADD or ADHD? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelSure, everyone is on the go these days—but does your life feel like the Indy Racing League? Do you spend more time in overdrive than Danica Patrick? Things can get so hectic that many people feel that they have ADD—or at the very least, that they suffer from ADD moments. For example, one driver ...
Views: 4500 - Great Gifts For Busy, (Hyper)Active Kids - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2008 from Susan GiurleoIs your child, like mine, busy, active, and can never sit still? Do a lot of the toys he gets for Christmas or Haunukah get played with once (if at all) and then never used again? In today's economy you don't want to waste money on gifts your child won't enjoy or use. This year you can be ...
Views: 4500 - Stop Procrastinating - Get Started Now! - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2017 from Kari MillerStop Procrastinating - Get Started Now! How do we get started when we have a task we want to - or need to - complete? Well, the hardest part is getting started. Once we actually get started, it's a lot easier to keep going. But oh, my goodness! Getting started can really suck ...
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