Diagnosed with ADHD? Now What?

First off, take a deep breath. If you’re reading this, you’ve probably just gotten news that your child has been diagnosed with ADHD. Maybe you’re feeling relieved, finally, an explanation. Or maybe you’re confused, overwhelmed, or even questioning the diagnosis. That’s totally normal. You’re not alone, and you’re not the first parent to wonder: “Is […]

Real Stories About Living With ADHD

We have gathered some stories from the day-to-day work of clinicians and consultants who get what it’s like living with ADHD and have taken to the public media to share their expertise for the benefit of the millions of teenagers and young adults who live with the disorder. Their combined message is that if you’ve […]

What is the 5-4-3-2-1 method for ADHD?

There are many approaches that can be adopted to try to ease the path for people with Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In this article, we’ll focus on grounding techniques for managing behavior in this condition with special focus on the 5-4-3-2-1 method. Grounding techniques provide a way for managing panic attacks and intense emotions and regaining […]

Finding a Natural Remedy for ADHD Without Medication

If you’re anything like me, and someone close to you has Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you’ve probably wondered whether there are natural ways to help manage it. Maybe you’re wary of ADHD medications because you’ve heard some people talk about the side effects that they or someone they know have experienced, or perhaps you just want […]

House Rules for a Child With ADHD

When a child is diagnosed with Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it can affect the whole family. Parents often feel more stressed and frustrated when dealing with the challenges of bringing up a child with ADHD, as many of the usual parenting methods don’t work well for managing the behaviors linked to ADHD. From my experience teaching […]

Is ADHD Passed Down From Mothers or Fathers?

My partner was recently diagnosed with  Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I asked him if any of his family members also had it, which then caused him to become concerned that he would pass it on to our kids. He didn’t realize there was a genetic link to ADHD. He struggled quite a bit in school growing […]

The Hidden Struggles: How ADHD Impacts Adult Life

Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults has been a topic of discussion in mental health for a while, without a clear idea about how common it actually is. Recently, a group of international researchers did a new study that reviewed and analyzed data, providing an updated estimate of adult ADHD rates globally. This study brought together […]

The Benefits of Physical Activity in ADHD

We have been told so often how great regular physical activity is for our health that it seems almost tedious to talk about it yet again. However, the benefits exercise has for the ADHD brain are so great that it’s worth looking into for both adults and kids. So how does it help? In a […]

Mom’s Top 5 ADHD Survival Strategies

Managing ADHD and motherhood might sometimes feel like an impossible task. Parenting a child or teenager with ADHD isn’t just harder; it can also lead to more mental health challenges. A study from the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology found that parents of kids with ADHD face more stress, feel less satisfied as parents, and […]

Introducing Dopamine

Dopamine is a chemical messenger that plays a vital role in transmitting signals between nerve cells in the brain. It is often referred to as a “feel-good” neurotransmitter because it contributes to feelings of pleasure and satisfaction. However, dopamine’s role extends beyond just making people feel good. It is involved in several vital processes, including […]