Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or “ADHD” is a medical condition that affects brain development. People who suffer from ADHD often have trouble sitting still, focusing on one task, controlling their impulses, and difficulty sleeping. It is one of the most widespread conditions affecting … [Read more...]
How ADHD Wires the Brain for Addiction
How ADHD Wires the Brain for AddictionThere are several ways in which the brains of those with ADHD differ from neurotypical brains, and some of these differences place people with this disorder at higher risk for addiction. One structural difference lies in the thalamus, an area of the brain … [Read more...]
Treatment for ADHD
Which methods help you control ADHD other than medication?Having a kid with ADHD can be difficult. What's more, some prefer not to start their kids on medication while they do not know of the expected alternatives. Overcoming ADHD without medication is increasingly becoming a choice for most … [Read more...]
ADHD Accommodations for the Classroom
My child has ADHD, how do I help? Children who are diagnosed with ADHD are eligible to receive accommodations in the classroom setting. Simply put, accommodations are implemented to remove the barriers which are preventing these … [Read more...]
Did Leonardo da Vinci Have Adult ADD?
Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519) is known the world over as one of the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance, yet his reputation for greatness rests on a mere handful of paintings – a number of which are unfinished. Of course, there was no way to test adults for ADHD during the Renaissance, but … [Read more...]
ADD in Women & Sex
Effects of ADD on SexualityDealing with a disorder such as ADD can be exhausting and difficult for women, especially during times of intimacy. Just as any other activity when suffering from this disorder, a person with ADD can become distracted during sex, lose interest, or just become too … [Read more...]
Weighted Blankets and ADD in Adults and Children
Weighted blankets, which have long been used by occupational therapists working with children on the autism spectrum or who have sensory processing difficulties, are now widely available. Weighted blankets also offer benefits to adults with ADD. By exerting a form of deep pressure on … [Read more...]
On the Road: Driving challenges for teens and adults with ADD
Distracted driving is a problem all across the country. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “In 2017 alone, 3,166 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers.” If staying focused on the road is a challenge for all drivers, imagine … [Read more...]