Category Archives: ADHD & Brain
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Five neurodiversity myths that must be challenged
Posted on May 23, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, Adult ADD/ADHD, Coexisting Conditions.Neurodiversity is a term that explains the different ways we think, process information, and relate to others. Neurodiverse employees can bring unique skills to their role, such as problem solving, spotting trends, creativity, and data analysis. Where you sit on the cognitive spectrum is unique to you. Whilst most people think and act in a […]
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Vocal Stimming ADHD: What’s the Connection?
Posted on May 16, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, ADHD Impulsivity, Coexisting Conditions.Self-stimulation or “stimming” refers to self-soothing, mostly unconscious repetitive sounds or movements. Almost everyone stims: think hair twirling or nail-biting. For folks with conditions such as autism or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), stimming may be harder to control, however. Stimming behavior can look very much like tics. Tics are also repetitive movements, but unlike stims, they […]
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All About ADHD and Executive Dysfunction
Posted on May 12, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, ADHD & Focus, Executive Function.Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a very common neurodevelopmental condition involving differences in the brain that affect behavior and cognition. If you have ADHD, you may find yourself restless, fidgety, and challenged to sit still — particularly if your diagnostic type is characterized by impulsivity-hyperactivity. Sometimes you may say or do disruptive things despite […]
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How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Help with ADHD
Posted on May 6, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is psychotherapy that teaches you to identify thoughts that work against you and change them into helpful ones. CBT is based on the idea that your thoughts affect your emotions, which can affect your behavior. Slipping into a negative thought and behavior pattern is easy. CBT helps you identify these patterns and […]
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ADHD Is All About Power, Paradox, and Pain
Posted on February 14, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, ADHD & Communication, ADHD & Mental Health.In their book ADHD 2.0, psychiatrists Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey defined ADHD as a “complex set of contradictory or paradoxical tendencies,” such as a “lack of focus combined with an ability to super-focus” and a “lack of direction combined with highly directed entrepreneurialism.” Read the full article
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Postural Sway: How ADHD and Anxiety May Manifest in the Body
Posted on February 3, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, ADHD & Exercise, ADHD Health Issues.Our muscles and brain are both heavily involved in maintaining proper balance and motor function. In essence, they work as a team to keep us from falling over and help us perform daily activities. However, in certain groups of people, staying balanced while standing can be a challenge. In particular, research has found a strong […]
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ADHD Brain Training: Can ‘Exercising’ Your Brain Help with Attention and Focus?
Posted on October 8, 2021 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain.Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is characterized by impulsivity, hyperactivity, and an inability to keep focused. ADHD can greatly impact day to day life, and 4.4 percent of adults and 9.4 percent of childrenTrusted Source living in the United States are estimated to be living with it. What if you or a loved one could train your brain to […]
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ADHD and Memory: What to Know
Posted on September 17, 2021 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Aging, ADHD & Brain, ADHD & Focus.ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a cognitive condition that is usually diagnosed during childhood. The American Psychiatric Association estimates that 8.4 percent of children and 2.5 percent of adults have ADHD. People with ADHD experience and process information differently than people who are neurotypical. If you have the condition, you may feel that forgetfulness tends to occur […]
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How Nutrition Harmonizes the ADHD Brain
Posted on July 5, 2021 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, ADHD Diet & Nutrition.By Additude Editors Research shows that what you feed your body has a direct correlation to how your brain functions. Diet and nutrition impact cognition, attention, sleep, and mood. According to the Harvard Health Blog1, studies show that people who eat “clean” or “whole” meal plans high in vegetables, fruits, unprocessed grains, and lean […]
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Examining the Relationship Between ADHD and Psychotic Disorders
Posted on June 14, 2021 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, ADHD & Mental Health, Adult ADD/ADHD, Coexisting Conditions.Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is frequently associated with other psychiatric conditions, including psychotic disorders. There is evidence for shared genetic susceptibility to both conditions,1 and first-degree relatives of people with ADHD have twice the risk of having schizophrenia compared with healthy controls.2 There is also an added risk of psychosis in patients with comorbid cannabis use. There are overlapping environmental risk factors for […]
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