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Stop Procrastinating - Get Started Now Heads Up Tips for Better Attention And Concentration Improve Your Willpower and Beat Procrastination!- Are You Sleeping? Is it ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or a Sleep Disorder? - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2023 from Debra BurdickDo you or your child toss and turn at night and experience daytime sleepiness? Have you or your child been diagnosed with ADHD, depression, or anxiety. Fifty percent of children in a recent study that had been diagnosed with ADHD had difficulty sleeping. They felt tired on awakening, had ...
Views: 2243(2 votes) - Adjust the Energy You Give to Your Child - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Judith ChampionOne thing is true, whether a child has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or not, children need attention from their parents. Our attention comforts and teaches. It is the most important thing in their young lives. Another truth is children want to succeed; they want to be good. They ...
Views: 1483(6 votes) - Is It Really ADHD? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Kenneth Thomas RNYour child can be labeled “ADHD” based on a certain list of behaviors. Yet, how can you be sure that your child really has a permanent, incurable brain disorder? Could the symptoms of ADHD indicate something else? "But Doctor, my child doesn't sleep well. He stays busy all the time, one ...
Views: 1138 - Child Interventions - Treatments for ADHD - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from George FaulknerFor children with ADHD there are many child interventions to help these children and their families, the main ones being medication, behavior treatment i.e. working with the child at home and at school, parent training in groups or alone, family work or liaisons with school and treating other ...
Views: 1458(4 votes) - The Poorly Developing ADHD Brain - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Byron RichardsA study done at the National Institute of Mental Health has used neuroanatomical magnetic resonance image technology to document developmental changes in brain structure in normal children and those with ADHD. It is already known that asymmetrical development is associated with healthy motor ...
Views: 1743(4 votes) - ***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: 5225(3 votes) - 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: 7857(5 votes) - 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: 5964(4 votes) - 5 Steps to Your Best Year Yet - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2023 from Debra BurdickIt is always exciting to see how current brain research and brain imaging techniques prove why psychological and spiritual techniques work in our lives. It turns out that our brains don’t really know the difference between whether something is actually happening in our lives or whether we are ...
Views: 1870(9 votes) - After school activities for your ADHD child - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Herman BeckADHD is a condition that affect between 2 and 5 percent of school-aged children. ADHD refers to attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder. Most children who suffer from this disorder suffer from attention difficulties as well as hyperactivity. Parents of such children are well aware that ...
Views: 1468(1 vote) - ADHD Linked to Early Life Instability & Sleep Problems - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Byron RichardsA new Canadian study analyzes the sleep habits from children age 1.5 to 5 years looking for an association between sleep problems and the development of ADHD. The study confirms something I have been pointing out for a number of years – that an unstable family sets the “stress thermostat” into ...
Views: 1691(2 votes) - 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: 7346(1 vote) - 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: 1601(2 votes) - ADHD: An Overview - by Submitted on May 30, 2011 from Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed. LCPC CADCADHD is neither a “new” mental health problem nor is it a disorder created for the purpose of personal gain or financial profit by pharmaceutical companies, the mental health field, or by the media. It is a very real behavioral and medical disorder that affects millions of people nationwide. ...
Views: 2779(2 votes) - BREAKING THE NEAR-IMPOSSIBLE CYCLE OF ADDICTION - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from William CottringerBREAKING THE NEAR-IMPOSSIBLE CYCLE OF ADDICTION by Bill Cottringer “In the course of history many more people have died for their drink and their dope than have died for their religion or their country.” ~Aldous Huxley. A drop dead handsome, smart young man gets a good education and ...
Views: 2991 - 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: 12803(12 votes) - ADHD: A Demand For A Healthy Diet - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Mary Ann Block,Dietary changes, not drugs, correct this common psychiatric diagnosis In the last 20 years, medical care for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has grown into an industry that tends to treat symptoms and not cure the problem. Children with the disorder are handed a psychiatric ...
Views: 2750(2 votes) - New Waves for Newman Neurofeedback for ADHD - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Sara SgarlatNewman was brought to my office because he needed new waves. His mother did not realize this; she just said “Newman is a mess.” Newman was a twelve-year-old male who was in the seventh grade. His mother described him as having “difficulties since day one.” He had been tested by two different ...
Views: 1212(2 votes) - How to Help a Child Who Has Sensory Processing Issues - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Nancy PeskeThere's something up with a child you know. She is clumsy, picky, always on the move, or perpetually flopped in a chair like a wet noodle. He is impulsive, intense, and quirky. Maybe this child has a learning disability, ADHD, or autism, or maybe not. Why are everyday sensations so distressing ...
Views: 2775(1 vote) - Supporting Your Active Child - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Matt CasperAn overly rambunctious and active child can be a challenge to any parent. Every child has the tendency to display hyperactive behavior, and it’s therefore important that every parent understands how to best handle this behavior when it appears.* Hyperactivity and restlessness is the result of ...
Views: 1838(2 votes) - Why Are We Drugging Our Children? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Terrie CrowleyThere is a massive epidemic of "disorders" in children. So many children and adolescents are on anti-depressant, anti-anxiety or "attention enhancing" medications for a host of different "disorders" like ADD, HDAD, Anxiety or depression. Why is an 11 yr old having anxiety or thoughts of suicide? ...
Views: 1691(5 votes) - *** 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: 4498 - AD/HD Organizing - Organizing My Room is Like Creating World Peace - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Holly Hitchcock GraffTeens and adults with Attention Deficit Disorder often have a difficult time keeping rooms and other areas of their home, office or life organized and clutter-free. As the mother of an ADD teen and a professional organizer, I can relate! Many people with ADD say that clutter sometimes gets to ...
Views: 2542 - 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: 1991 - Parenting with Distractions: Assessing AD/HD in Parents of AD/HD Children - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Terry MatlenSummary Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) is a lifelong, genetic disorder. (Barkley 2002) Parents of children who have been diagnosed should be screened for AD/HD. Adults with this disorder often experience difficulties in relationships, on the job and in other life areas. The ...
Views: 1884 - ADHD: Not Just for Kids Anymore - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 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: 1982 - Medications: Addressing Parental Fears and Concerns - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Terry MatlenRecently, a parent came to me, conflicted over whether to follow her pediatrician's recommendation of placing her young son on medication. His difficult behaviors had escalated in recent years and after trying behavioral strategies and food elimination diets, there simply hadn't been much ...
Views: 1882(1 vote) - Book Review: Defeating the 8 Demons of Distraction - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD and ADHD). Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a disorder characterized by a difficulty in retaining focus, especially on tasks, for long periods of time and interfering especially with academic, ...
Views: 2814 - Definition: Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD and ADHD) - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD or ADHD) is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder. It is the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric disorder in children affecting about 3 to 5% of children globally with symptoms starting before seven years of age. It is characterized by a ...
Views: 2413 - Can Our Schools Cause Attention Deficit Disorder? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Nina AndersonThe symptoms of A.D.D./A.D.H.D. are often triggered by environmental factors and dietary regimes. Children are being labeled with Attention Deficit Disorder, Hyperactivity and Learning Disabilities in ever increasing numbers. Drugs are being administered profusely to reduce the behavioral ...
Views: 2508 - Pass The FCAT or Dump The FCAT - A Real Challenge If Your Child Has Dyslexia, a Learning Disability or ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Mira and Mark HalpertAs a parent, you may have be incredibly frustrated with the FCAT -- Florida's High Stakes Tests. 16% of the 3rd graders failed the 3rd grade FCAT. 28% failed the 10th grade FCAT. What is scary is that many smart kids from great families are failing the FCAT. For students with Dyslexia, a ...
Views: 3255 - 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: 1584 - 3 Mistakes Typically Made By Parents of Children Diagnosed with ADHD - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Ugochukwu UcheAs a mental health therapist, I often witness parents making three mistakes when their children are diagnosed with ADHD or ADD. If you are a parent of a child or adolescent diagnosed with ADHD, read on to find out if you are currently making these mistakes, and what alternative approaches to ...
Views: 1869(1 vote) - How to Set up a Behavioral Management Plan for Your ADHD child - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Kara TamaniniChildren that have been diagnosed with ADHD are at a much higher risk of developing non-compliant or negative behaviors than a child that does not have ADHD. The very nature of ADHD implies that the child will have difficulty with self-control, paying attention, listening to instructions at ...
Views: 4055 - How to Talk to Your Kids About ADHD - by Submitted on May 09, 2009 from Kara TamaniniChildren with ADHD (Ages 6-10 years old) Okay!! Your child is in school and either you are frustrated as their parent, your child’s teacher is frustrated, or both! You have most likely seen behavioral problems and your child’s teacher has called you telling you that your child is disrupting ...
Views: 2802 - How Procrastination Damages the Psyche - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Paul KeeneProcrastination is a problem for people with or without ADHD. The damage doesn't stop with the repercussions of not following through. It is more than failing grades on a report card, loss of promotion, missed opportunities, or getting dismissed from a job. Although the consequences are ...
Views: 4409 - 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: 5880(4 votes) - How To Avoid The Distractor Factor - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from John AOVSOME OF MY GOOD FRIENDS would tell you that, if you looked up ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in the dictionary, you would see my picture. Very funny! But hey, what are friends for? I have to ADMIT: Sometimes harnessing my energy IS a challenge. I used to be easily distracted ...
Views: 2019 - Completing Those Projects that Just Never Get Done! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2009 from Leslie Rouder, LCSWPeople with ADD very often complain that they have a problem with starting and/ or completing projects. This is often a great source of stress in one’s life, in light of the many projects that just never seem to get done. Some of the reasons Adder’s seem to struggle so much in this area has to ...
Views: 1851 - Help! I'm Stuck In ADD Overwhelm - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from CoachRudy RodriguezMost AD/HD adults know the feeling of overwhelm. It’s that place we go to when we’ve overextended ourselves, when we’re multi-tasking and having trouble keeping up or when stress gets the better of us, and more. Maybe you recall that old expression, “Stop the world, I want to get off ”. It goes ...
Views: 3471 - Running Late Again - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from CoachRudy RodriguezHave you noticed that, like other ADD adults, you are routinely 5-10 minutes late for work, appointments, and most other scheduled events? It’s not that you intend to be late. You just simply got lost and distracted in time. Let’s face it — ADD Adults generally have a poor concept of time. We ...
Views: 1488 - Actions Against AD/HD Distractions - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelActions against AD/HD Distractions: How to Ensure a Better Bottom Line for Your Business By Geraldine Markel, Ph.D. A primary characteristic of AD/HD is distractibility. Distraction is a significant barrier to achieving efficiency and productive in business. You are diverted from ...
Views: 2210 - Coping with Adult ADD/ADHD Through Structuring - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Dr. William MorganStructure is a set of external controls that one sets up to compensate for unreliable internal controls. Most people with ADD cannot depend on their internal controls to keep things organized and keep themselves on task. A reliable system of external controls is essential. It can be a creative ...
Views: 2821 - 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 - 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 - Coping with Adult ADD/ADHD: The Fundamentals You Need to Know - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Dr. William MorganAttention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is the term used for a neurological condition marked by difficulties with attention and concentration and usually difficulties with self-control and overactivity or restlessness. It is also known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) because many ...
Views: 2493 - A Useful Guide to ADHD Prescription Drugs and their Consequences to Your Child's Well-being - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2009 from Salvator GiustraEver wondered how many ADHD conventional FDA-approved drugs are out there? Apart from the most common drugs like Ritalin and Adderall, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that there are many other prescription medications for adhd that can be beneficial in treating the symptoms of ADHD. ...
Views: 1842 - ADHD Anger - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2009 from Bianca ToraKids with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) deal with enough attention issues without having to deal with anger. Yet many ADHD children have anger problems, more often than not resulting from the difficulties they experience just getting through the day. Up to 33% of children ...
Views: 3714(2 votes) - TV and Video Games: Managing Your Child's Mind - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Aryana HudsonAny parent that is aware of the effects of stress from a number of factors and why upon taking a vacation it may be difficult to relax if a person is used to the stress load draining their adrenal function. If the adrenals area used to a certain output of the cortisol hormone and others then ...
Views: 2654(3 votes) - ADD/ADHD and Sleep Disorders - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisThis is an area that has not had enough research. The general consensus is that either ADD causes sleep disturbances like insomnia and fragmented sleep (sleep that is not continuous.) Or that sleep deprivation can bring on the symptoms of ADD/ADHD. So how do you know what to look for? How do you ...
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