Why is 'Self Care' important for ADHD?
We hear the term ‘self care’ banded around a lot these days. What does it really mean and why is it important in the context of ADHD. I...
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ADHD low-down
- Feb 14, 2020
- 4 min
The Relationship Between ADHD & PTSD: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
ADHD cannot “cause” PTSD, but childhood trauma may trigger ADHD. Due to overlapping symptoms and tangled roots, distinguishing between...
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ADHD low-down
- Oct 3, 2019
- 4 min
Sleep Strategies for the ADHD Brain
Many of the clients I coach have difficulties with sleep. Sleep is incredibly restorative for our mind and body and therefore essential...
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ADHD low-down
- Apr 16, 2019
- 5 min
Fight, Flight, Freeze… or Fib?
What if your child’s lying is not evidence of a character flaw or disrespect? What if his fibs are actually a self-preservation strategy...
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ADHD low-down
- Apr 7, 2019
- 0 min
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ADHD low-down
- Mar 28, 2019
- 8 min
My Son’s Story of Electronics Addiction and Recovery
“If your child were addicted to drugs or alcohol, would you let him have just a little bit?” It was this question from Matthew’s...
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- Mar 26, 2019
- 0 min
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ADHD low-down
- Mar 19, 2019
- 5 min
From Dropping Out of College to Working for Google: How My Son Found Success
When my son dropped out of college to become a professional snowboarder, it was the most difficult time of my life — and an epiphany for...
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Evan Brand
- Oct 20, 2018
- 1 min
LOW DOPAMINE: Top 5 Signs and Symptoms - #ADHD
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that's responsible for drive, motivation, focus, concentration and more. Too much and you become a...
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ADHD low-down
- Oct 19, 2018
- 4 min
The Tricky Thing About ADHD Superpowers - #ADHD
Your superpower is a natural, ingrained gift. It’s so powerful that you can’t not express it. In some settings, it may help you shine. In...
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ADHD low-down
- Oct 18, 2018
- 3 min
Is Your Inner Clock Set to “ADHD Time?” - #ADHD
Unfortunately (at least, for those of us with ADHD) we live in a clock-driven world. Catch up to the rest with these tips for keeping...
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ADHD low-down
- Oct 17, 2018
- 3 min
“What I Love About My Wife with ADHD” - #ADHD
Google will tell you that marriage with ADHD is difficult, but there are so many traits that come along with the condition I wouldn’t...
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ADHD low-down
- Oct 16, 2018
- 3 min
“I’m Not Trying to Drive You Crazy, Really” - #ADHD
Does your partner struggle to understand your ADHD brain? Here, one couple’s secrets to a happy marriage—and their long journey to...
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ADHD low-down
- Oct 15, 2018
- 4 min
“What I Wish My Partner Knew About My ADHD / ADD” - #ADHD
Stress, volatile emotions, and looming deadlines can affect two people in very different ways — and this can strain ADHD-affected...
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ADHD low-down
- Oct 10, 2018
- 4 min
The Stigma Around Adderall (ADHD stimulant medication) Is Real… #ADHD
…and I wish I hadn’t believed the lies for so long. Source: wix.com The first time I heard about stimulant abuse, I was in middle school....
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David Giwerc
- Oct 9, 2018
- 1 min
Positive Pathways - Empowering Coaches to Strengthen Their Clients' Brains - #ADHD
This is a fantastic article on how coaches can help ADHD clients pay attention to the positives in their life. It is a very interesting...
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