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Stop Procrastinating - Get Started Now Heads Up Tips for Better Attention And Concentration Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination!- Typing on Stilts and Other Things We with ADHD Tolerate - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2016 from Laurie DuparThis past month I made a big mistake. During a routine manicure, I impulsively had the technician apply acrylic nails. You know, those long unbreakable nails that seem so elegant on someone else? Well, ever since, it’s like I have been typing on stilts. It’s amazing how an additional ½ inch at ...
Views: 2366 - 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: 1298 - Various Forms Of ADHD Medications - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Greg FrostAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) occurs in children as well as adults, and cause symptoms such as restlessness, inattentiveness, aggression, agitation, inability to focus as well as hyperactivity and learning disorders in children. It should be seen as a serious and debilitating ...
Views: 840 - Various Symptoms Of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Greg FrostApproximately 5% of the population suffers from ADD, with majority of them being children. However, it is possible for ADD to carry on into adulthood due to a lack of treatment. Whilst there is insufficient research to support the causes of ADD, it can be due to genetics, prenatal conditions or ...
Views: 1070 - Vocal Folds Growth… How dangerous is it, and what could happen if untreated? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Diana YampolskyLately, I have more and more inquiries about almost all kinds of growth on the vocal folds (vocal cords). The most “popular” inquiry is about vocal polyps. Over the years, I, non-surgically, have treated all kinds of unpleasant vocal disorders, and I have to say that the polyps are the most ...
Views: 2485 - Vyvanse and Alcohol: The Risks and Interactions - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Brian WuVyvanse, also known as lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, is a stimulant often prescribed to individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It typically works through its interaction with the central nervous system. However, Vyvanse can interact negatively when alcohol in the body. ...
Views: 4102 - What about Developmental Disability/Delay? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2007 from Rodger BaileyI have been working with children with developmental problems for a few years. I use the term developmental problems to encompass everything from Developmental Disability to Developmental Delay and even more. Developmental Disability includes Autism, Asperger's, Pervasive Developmental Disorder ...
Views: 2477 - What Are Some Organic Diets for ADHD? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Cleo McgeeI was absolutely shocked to understand that in excess of 10% of university age children are staying diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. What's triggering this? What has altered? Is it an excessive amount of TV, or computers, or rapidly foodstuff dinners resulting from the two mother and father operating? ...
Views: 1498 - What are the advantages of electric bikes? - by Submitted on May 03, 2020 from Wajahat Ali"In a systematic comparison of energy flow, a network-charged battery driven by an electric motor will provide mechanical energy approximately ten times more efficiently than a human who eats a typical diet. For personal trips between 5 and 30 miles per day, the electric bicycle offers lower ...
Views: 940 - What Can You Expect? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2007 from Rodger BaileyFew of the programs available for children with developmental problems have success at re-starting the developmental process. Most programs focus on teaching as many skills as possible to someone who will be an adult with those developmental problems. Teaching the un-teachable child Most ...
Views: 2007 - What Does ADHD Medication Do? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2019 from Michelle RazWhat does ADHD medication do? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD medications are effective in treating the symptoms of ADHD in the majority of children as well as adults. Medical research shows that medication is the preferred treatment for ADHD. If you are like I was when they ...
Views: 1396 - What Is Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Greg FrostADD is when the reticular activating system in your brain, which is a part of your body’s central nervous system, is dysfunctional. This area of the brain is responsible for coordinating the information from one region of the brain to another via norepinephrine, due to external ...
Views: 1026 - What is Inattentive Type ADHD? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Brian WuADHD ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The condition has also been referred to as attention deficit disorder (ADD). This is now considered to be an outdated term, as it doesn't include the potential for hyperactivity. According to theCenters for Disease Control and ...
Views: 1862 - What to Do After Having Sports Injuries? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Sandy BellSports injuries hurt even if it is just a strained muscle. It can send you to your locker room for the whole game season. It can even slow the performance of your daily activities. It can pose risk on your health. This is why nobody should brush it off. Below are some useful tips on what you can ...
Views: 1032 - What to Do After Having Sports Injuries? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Sandy BellSports injuries hurt even if it is just a strained muscle. It can send you to your locker room for the whole game season. It can even slow the performance of your daily activities. It can pose risk on your health. This is why nobody should brush it off. Below are some useful tips on what you can ...
Views: 992 - What to Do When You Think Your Child Might Have AD/HD - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Terry MatlenAD/HD (attention deficit disorder) is one of the most common mental health disorders seen in childhood. Studies estimate that between 3-7% of all children have AD/HD: approximately 2 million children in the USA alone, or one child in every classroom. The main symptoms seen in this condition are ...
Views: 1997 - What Zone Are You In? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2014 from Laurie DuparAhhh…the comfort zone. That comfy familiar place where we feel safe. Here we can kick back, relax and pat ourselves on the back. Livin’ seems easy…but there is an underlying restlessness as if something is missing. Is this the comfort zone or…are we “zoning out”? Recently, I was asked to ...
Views: 3468 - What's so good about adventure travel? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Rebecca ThompsonAs an avid traveller and adventure travel employee, travel in one way or another has pretty much infiltrated most spheres of my life. Most of the time when I travel, I try and fit as much as possible into my paltry 2-3 weeks holiday leave (my apologies to those who don't even get this) and ...
Views: 1969 - What's Your White Pebble Story? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2018 from Laurie DuparWhat’s a White Pebble Story? Remember the story of Hansel and Gretel who found their way out of the dark, unknown forest following one white pebble after the other? Well, for many, the road to discovering ADHD coaching and possibly becoming a certified ADHD life coach is like that journey ...
Views: 1771 - When You Come to a Fork in the Road, Take it - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Sydney MetrickThere’s a technique I learned when studying hypnosis called “macro sequence intervention.” The gist of it is that you have habits of behavior that you can change by becoming aware of what choices you make when you reach a decision point. A habit like hanging up your coat is triggered by ...
Views: 1383 - 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: 1605 - Where Did All the Answers Go? - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2008 from Mary ErnsbergerHenry David Thoreau said, “What lies before us and what lies behind us are small matters – compared to what lies within us.” But, what if you were unable to express or share that information inside you? Many adults experience that feeling each day. They know how frustrating ...
Views: 1407 - 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: 1372 - Whoops! - Understanding Dyspraxia - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Stella WaterhouseDyspraxia refers to children who have movement difficulties and means the poor performance of movement. The word is taken from the Greek dys - bad and ‘praxis’ - the learned ability to plan, organize and carry out sequences of coordinated movements in order to achieve an objective. In ...
Views: 2878 - Why buy hair accessories for boys for girls - by Many girls like to play games where they pretend to be adults and do "adult things." This may include dressing in their mother's clothes and playing with hair accessories and makeup, but some mothers worry that their children will grow up too fast. Girls' hair accessories can be the perfect way ...
Views: 246 - 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: 1264 - Why Prioritize? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Laura RolandsWhen you have ADHD, prioritizing your goals can be extremely difficult, yet it is an important skill to develop. Prioritizing your goals allows you to focus on the most important ones. With prioritization you can gain: •focus on what is important •positive feedback when you accomplish ...
Views: 3227 - Why Take An Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Test - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Greg FrostThere are many symptoms that a person suffering from ADD will display. These include a lack of organization, restlessness, inability to concentrate, agitation and impulsive behaviour. However, these symptoms are easily mistaken with that of other diseases, such as thyroid, depression, or simply ...
Views: 1044 - Your Challenges Are The Key To Enhancing Your Career - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Michelle RazWhen you feel like you’re grinding through your life, faced with challenges that seem to go on and on and you wonder what good could ever come of them, pay attention to this: “All the adversity I’ve had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me.” –Walt Disney You may ...
Views: 1191 - Your Challenges Are The Key To Enhancing Your Career - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Michelle RazWhen you feel like you’re grinding through your life, faced with challenges that seem to go on and on and you wonder what good could ever come of them, pay attention to this: “All the adversity I’ve had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me.” –Walt Disney You may ...
Views: 1209 - “Natural” Doesn’t Come in a Plastic Bottle - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2014 from Laurie Dupar“ADHD medications aren’t natural.” “I only want to use natural ways to manage my ADHD symptoms.” “I don’t want to put anything unnatural into my body.” These are just some of the familiar comments I hear during or following one of my presentations about ADHD medications. In our world ...
Views: 2802 - “Person, Place or Thing?” Supports for the Person with ADHD - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2015 from Laurie DuparThe past couple of months have been doozies for me. You know those times when the first technical challenge happens and you try to laugh it off and chock it up to “life”? For instance, when your PC crashes for the third time that year and you scold yourself for expecting it not to do that ...
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