I speak with many people who are surprised when I ask if they have ADHD. “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder” (ADHD) is the official name for the condition, but it can be misleading. It’s possible to have ADHD without hyperactivity, and it’s also possible to have intense focus, under the right circumstances. Red flags for ADHD: Your level of achievement is … Read more
Just listened to yet another excellent podcast this morning about managing ADHD, and couldn’t help but thinking that it all really boils down to money, doesn’t it? Not sure I have any answers, but I just want to acknowledge how frustrating it must be for people to hear things like: Hire an assistant. Leave your … Read more
I just got back from the annual CHADD conference, where the therapeutic benefits of mindfulness and/or meditation was a huge topic. Mindfulness is helpful not just for reducing unwanted aspects of ADHD, but for improving mental and physical health in all sorts of ways. If you’re skeptical, check out these websites from Harvard, the American Psychological Association and UC … Read more