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Views: 1762 - SMART DRUGS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS - WHAT ARE THE CONCERNS - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2018 from Mathew ThompsonYou may be familiar with the legend behind Mozart and Salieri , two rival composers in the 18th Century . Salieri in his time was by far the more popular and successful composer and yet he was crippled by his jealously of Mozart . Although a master of his craft Salieri output was derivative ...
Views: 2396 - SMART DRUGS FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC - smart drug alternatives - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2018 from Mathew ThompsonIn the first of a three articles we look at how smart drugs widespread use by the general public has exploded in recent times . In 2014 Under the headline Bad News For Ivy Leaguer's: ADHD Drugs Hurt Your Memory Time publishes an article Prescription drug abuse is rampant, and for ...
Views: 2511 - SMART DRUGS WORKING MEMORY , ADHD AND EINSTEIN - - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2018 from Mathew ThompsonIn 2014/15 a 30 billion dollar FTSE 100 company specializing in smart drugs [ working memory and attention] was the takeover target of ABBvie the US Pharmaceutical giant . In her book Working Memory: The Connected Intelligence Tracy Alloway argues that Working Memory is a better test of ...
Views: 1709 - Solving ADD/ADHD/Autism with Neuroliminal Training (NT) - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Phil BateTo view a 60 day case study of a serious ADHD boy using Neuroliminal Training, go to: http://drbate.com/Ref/ADHDsaga.html There are now five types of recognized professional treatment for ADD, ADHD and Autism used today by different clinicians: 1. Drug treatments: (Ritalin, ...
Views: 4269 - 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: 1370 - 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: 16587 - Stop Missing Appointments! - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2015 from Laurie DuparI think my dentist is on to me. Over the past year I have noticed an increase in their efforts to remind me of my appointments. In the good old days I would get a postcard two weeks before the appointment reminding me of the day and time. I really appreciated this as most of my dentist ...
Views: 4401 - 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: 1567 - 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: 1595 - 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: 1282 - Supportive Treatment for People Who Suffer With ADHD - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from sarah labdarAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be a debilitating, self-conscious disorder that can encumber your life. If you are diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood, then more than likely you have had ADHD all your life. Either you coped with your symptoms throughout childhood or you were ...
Views: 1097 - Surviving Halloween on a Special Needs Diet - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrIt’s an exciting time of year. Change of seasons, finally settling into school routines and the promise of fun-filled holidays ahead. With Halloween right around the corner, it is the first of many food-oriented holidays and party-filled evenings to come. Are you prepared to handle the masses ...
Views: 1987 - Symptoms and Care for Adult Attention Deficit Disorder - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Trevor PriceThe symptoms of attention deficit disorder may appear obvious. Those afflicted with it seem to be in perpetual motion. They can't sit still, hate waiting and are constantly interrupting. Derailed by the slightest distraction, they rarely stick with a task long enough to finish it. Daily life can ...
Views: 3929 - Technology: The Ritalin Cure For ADHD - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from William CottringerTechnology: The Ritalin Cure For ADHD By Bill Cottringer “For normal people, the artificial urgency created by today’s hyper-speed technology is a demon to be tamed; for people with ADHD, it turns out to be an angle in disguise just needing to fly itself into being tired.” ~The author. ...
Views: 2233 - 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: 1570 - The ADD Resilience Factor - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2005 from Jennifer KoretskyAttention Deficit Disorder presents different challenges to different people. Some of us have the most trouble focusing and concentrating, while some of us have great difficulty regulating emotion. Whatever your greatest challenge is, there is one sure-fire way to be successful in spite of it: ...
Views: 1159 - The ADD Tipping Point - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Carol GignouxWhat is the deciding factor for a rapid-fire thinker? Is it education? Is it peer relationships? Is it the right meds? I believe that the tipping point between solid, grounded life success and shaky, scary failure is how you feel about yourself. Self-esteem is the core issue of ADHD and ...
Views: 1683 - The Adderall Crash and How to Manage it - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Brian WuAdderall Adderall is a central nervous system stimulant. It acts to speed up the transmission of electrical and chemical signals throughout the central nervous system. It is primarily used in the treatment of ADHD symptoms such as inattentiveness and hyperactivity while increasing attention ...
Views: 2781 - 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: 1338 - 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: 1327 - The Benefits Of Special Needs Private Schools In Florida: Unlocking Potential At Puzzle Box Academy - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2023 from Soli SethiPrivate schools catering to individuals with special needs, like Puzzle Box Academy, offer a unique and tailored educational experience for children with developmental, learning, and behavioral challenges. These schools provide a supportive and nurturing environment that caters to the individual ...
Views: 364 - The Best Jobs for Adults With ADHD - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Brian WuADHD 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. ADHD can have a negative effect on a persons work, schooling, or interpersonal relationships. Though it is typically diagnosed in childhood, ...
Views: 3026 - The Biology of ADHD - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2008 from Jared MaloffThe prevalence of ADHD is 3-7 percent of the population. But what is ADHD? Psychologists identify it using a constellation of symptoms that can be both observed and measured. The particular diagnostic criteria for ADHD is defined in other articles in my blog on this site. This article will focus ...
Views: 3087 - 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: 7784 - 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: 4765 - 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: 1642 - The Dohgon 22.5 degree Test for ADHD - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Professor MOmOhADHD is attention deficit hyper disorder. It affects children. ADD is the adult label of conditions that impair people from the self-inner control that shows the maturity for stability. People with these conditions can be very unstable, but the instability varies in degrees of severity. In ...
Views: 1830 - The Feelings of ADHD - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2018 from Laurie DuparRecently on one of my social media sites, I asked my followers to describe what ADHD feels like for them. The responses provided an interesting insight into what living with ADHD feels like. Why ask people what living ADHD feels like for them? Well, even though an increasing amount of ...
Views: 1939 - 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: 1330 - The Gift Of Adult ADD: Translate Restlessness Into Productive Energy - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2008 from New Harbinger PublicationsStop right now and translate your restlessness into productive energy with five simple steps: 1. Stop; stand still and consider opening up to a new perspective. Take a few deep breaths, and put your attention on the feeling of restlessness. 2. Ask yourself, “Where in my body do I feel ...
Views: 2386 - The Need To Move - The impact of sedentary technology use on children - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2010 from Cris RowanThe Need To Move – The impact of sedentary technology use on children The advent of technology has caused profound changes in children’s development and their ability to learn. Delays in printing, reading and a decrease in the ability to pay attention are increasing at alarming rates. ...
Views: 3933 - The Plus Side of ADHD - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2007 from William CottringerTHE PLUS SIDE OF ADHD By Bill Cottringer I have studied ADHD for nearly 60 years now and am ready to share the results of one very in-depth, classic case study—myself. As a child I would have gotten double “X’s” on every symptom checklist available. I ran and climbed constantly ...
Views: 2866 - The Price Of Humans. - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2012 from Farid AhamedThe price of humans is a book which creates very emotional feelings through out the whole book while reading. It captures the emotions and feelings of the reader. Every one should read this book once in his or her life. The story involves very much suspense in the story because it changes ...
Views: 1526 - 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: 14215 - The Truth About Adult ADD and Follow-through - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2007 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: 1228 - The Use of ADHD Drugs on College Campuses to Enhance Academic Performance - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2009 from Leslie Rouder, LCSWA large number of students with ADHD attending Universities around the country are taking medication to assist them in leveling the playing field and achieving their academic goals. However, there is a growing concern regarding the illegal use of these ADHD medications by students who do not ...
Views: 4194 - 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: 1592 - These Famous People with ADHD May Surprise You - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Shanna Tator PearsonDoes it surprise you to learn that Howie Mandel has ADHD? He is one of the famous people with ADHD, who have come out recently to spread the word about the disorder. Why are so many people making their personal health public? They want to let the world know that ADHD is both real and ...
Views: 4061 - Think about thoughts... - by Think about thoughts.. meditation allows you to notice your thoughts and just let them go by.. they have little significance to the meditator.. there seem to be different types of thoughts.. ranging from crystal clear ideas (knowing) to plain dull thinking (repetitive ? been there, done that) to ...
Views: 1064 - 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: 1634 - This is “Why” You Can't Get Focused - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyDo you ever have one of those days, maybe weeks, and months even a year: Where nothing is going according to plan, even if you seem to have had a plan? There are interruptions, just what you don’t need, things going wrong. But you are determined that you are going to achieve something for the ...
Views: 2076 - Top 3 Practices for Successful ADHD Couples - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Carol GignouxToday it is more important than ever to learn good strategies for having meaningful and happy relationships. For couples where one or both of the partners have ADHD, this can prove to be particularly challenging. With ever increasing demands on our time and energy, it is easy to neglect ...
Views: 1767 - Top 5 Kitchen Organization Tips for a Stress-Free Diet for ADHD, Autism and Allergies - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Stephani McGirrBeing organized and efficient in the kitchen is a must for stress-free maintenance of a special diet for autism, ADHD or food allergies. When things get out of control and chaos takes over, it’s not pleasant to work in the kitchen. You are more likely to avoid it and make a run for the ...
Views: 2302 - Top Ten Innovative Ways to Succeed with ADHD - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Laurie DuparJust as there are many different ways that ADHD shows up in our lives, there are also many different ways to manage and succeed with ADHD. What works for someone else may not be the best strategy for you…or is it? Today’s article contains an overview of ten unique approaches to effective ADHD ...
Views: 3209 - Toy Story 3: The Special Toys From Daycare - by If your child already has Woody and Buzz and the whole gang Andy's toys, there are now many other toys to collect since part three was released. In Toy Story 3, Andy's toys go to a daycare, where they meet many other toys in their adventure. There are good toys and bad toys and you can make sure ...
Views: 174 - Tracking Developmental Progress - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2007 from Rodger BaileyAs part of our consulting practice specializing in the developmental process, we needed a method for tracking developmental progress over time. The result is our Developmental Checklist. Our clients use it to track the developmental progress of their child. It is helpful for parents of children ...
Views: 3656 - Transcendental Meditation Reduces ADHD Symptoms Among Students: New Study - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2008 from Tom BallDissatisfaction with medication spurs interest in meditation The Transcendental Meditation technique may be an effective and safe non-pharmaceutical aid for treating ADHD, according to a promising new study published this month in the peer-reviewed online journal Current Issues in ...
Views: 2257 - Two Ways Too Much Technology Can Be Bad For Your Health - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Dr. Michele BrennanTechnology has proved to be an invaluable asset in the field of mental health. We have the internet which allows easy access to information on symptoms and disorders such as depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder. We have EEG machines which allow us to physically change brain waves ...
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