Having A Balanced Diet With ADHD
Introduction While medication and therapy are important to treat symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, it is also essential to engage in a proper diet with Attention...
View ArticleMake Reading Fun For Your Children During The Summer
Introduction The summer has just arrived. School is out for the year. The last thing children want to do is read. However, it is essential to read during the summer months to keep up with your reading...
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The Brown Rating Scale For Adolescents And Adults
Introduction You may have heard of assessment instruments for Mood Disorders but are wondering if there are assessment instruments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The answer is yes. This...
View ArticleDo Children With ADHD Need To Consume An Increased Amount Of Water?
Introduction Summer has arrived. Children are playing outside more, and the weather is becoming warmer. With warmer weather, the need for water consumption is increasing. Children with Attention...
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Co-Occurring Disorders With ADHD
Introduction Are co-occurring disorders possible with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? The answer is yes. According to Chadd, “More than two-thirds of individuals with ADHD have at least one...
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Co-Occurring Disorders And ADHD Part II
Introduction In my previous article, I discussed the relationship between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, as well as Disruptive Behavior Disorders and Substance Abuse Disorders. In this...
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Stimulant Medication And ADHD
Introduction One type of medication used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is stimulants. This article will address how stimulants help individuals to manage the symptoms associated...
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ADHD In Children Versus Adults
Introduction Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can occur in children and adults. However, are the symptoms the same? Are the symptoms different? To answer this question, the symptoms of...
View ArticleExecutive Functioning Skills And ADHD
Introduction What is the term executive functioning? What does it mean? To answer that question, according to understood.org, “Executive functions let people plan, organize and complete tasks.”...
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The Differences Between ADHD And Executive Function Disorder
Introduction According to c8sciences.com, “While they share some of their respective symptoms, the definitions of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Executive Function Disorder aren’t quite...
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ADHD Vs. OCD
Introduction This article will focus on the distinguishing factors between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. According to additude magazine, “Some ADHD...
View ArticleAuditory Processing Disorder Vs. ADHD
Introduction Is it Auditory Processing Disorder or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? This article will describe the symptoms associated with Auditory Processing Disorder and describe the...
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Can Children Outgrow Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
Introduction It can be argued whether or not children have the tendency to outgrow symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. To be specific, the answer to this dilemma will be...
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The Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale
Introduction Therapy and medication can be valuable resources to treat symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. However, assessment tools can also be helpful tools to learn...
View ArticleHow ADHD Can Impact Your Self-Esteem
Introduction Your disorganized, fidgety, restless, and anxious. How do you feel? Is your self-esteem high or low? Your self-esteem is most likely low. This article will focus on the self-esteem of...
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How To Help Your Children Make Close Friends With ADHD
Introduction Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may experience difficulty interacting with their peers. This can result in difficulty making friends. They can be impulsive and have...
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Other Disorders That Accompany ADHD
Introduction Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may also experience another mental disorder. What are these other mental disorders? This article will describe what mental disorders...
View ArticleADHD Medication For Children
Introduction Is your child struggling with the symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? Is your child’s doctor considering putting your child on medication for Attention...
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Preparing For The School Year With ADHD
Introduction It is that time of year again. The summer months are winding down, and before you know it the school year will be beginning once again. This can be an exciting time of year for some...
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What Conditions Are Related To ADHD?
Introduction According to understood.org, “Kids with ADHD often have other conditions as well. Doctors refer to this as comorbidity. Some conditions look a lot like ADHD because they have some of the...
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