ADHD and Careers

person with adhd and autism speaks to human resources at their job to acquire workplace accommodations and disclose their diagnosis

Accommodations for ADHD and Autism in the Workplace

ADHD and Careers |

Struggling to keep up at work due to ADHD or Autism? You’re not alone. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are two common neurodevelopmental disorders that can affect adults in the workplace. ADHD, ADD, and Autism present unique challenges for employees—but with the right accommodations, neurodivergent adults (people with ADHD, ADD, […]

Accommodations for ADHD and Autism in the Workplace Read More »

ADD in Adult Women and in Girls

ADD & ADHD, ADHD and Careers, ADHD and the Elderly, ADHD Inattention |

In recent years, there has been more attention paid to the gender gap that exists in medical research. Traditionally, the majority of medical testing has focused on men’s health.  For example, as the BU Today website reported, “Medical research in many areas, including cardiovascular disease (which kills more women than men), often includes few women subjects.” Unfortunately, a gender gap definitely exists

ADD in Adult Women and in Girls Read More »

Neuropsychological Testing for ADHD and other Classroom Challenges

ADD & ADHD, ADHD and Careers, ADHD and the Elderly |

Does your child struggle in school? Are you concerned that he or she isn’t performing up to his or her potential? Are you getting phone calls from teachers asking for your child to be tested? If any of these scenarios sound familiar, we want you to know that the Sachs Center can help. In addition

Neuropsychological Testing for ADHD and other Classroom Challenges Read More »

Neurofeedback for ADHD in Children

ADD & ADHD, ADHD and Careers, ADHD and the Elderly, ADHD Inattention |

When the American Academy of Pediatrics reviewed scientific evidence about non-medical treatments for ADHD, they rated neurofeedback as a Level 1 intervention, indicating it had “Best Support” in scientific research for treatment of ADHD.  Their report was made to guide practitioners, educators, youth, and families in developing appropriate plans using psychosocial interventions. Neurofeedback – which may

Neurofeedback for ADHD in Children Read More »

ADHD and Planning

ADD & ADHD, ADD Research, ADD Symptoms, ADD Testing, ADD Treatment and Therapy, ADHD and Careers, Adult ADD, Anxiety, Demographics, Planning |

ADHD and planning… or not planning? Imagine this: you’re at work, and your boss comes over to you, letting you know she wants you to create a potential proposal for the upcoming project. In about one week, at the next company meeting, you will have the responsibility to stand up in front of the room

ADHD and Planning Read More »