Category Archives: Adult ADD/ADHD
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Why Deadlines Pounce and Long-Term Plans Never Happen
Posted on January 7, 2020 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Organization, Adult ADD/ADHD.By Ari Tuckman Good time management requires you to make long-term goals and look into the future to figure out who you are, and who you want to be. Unfortunately, none of those things come easily to those with ADHD. Learn why ADHD makes planning for retirement (or even planning your next meal) difficult, and […]
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Resolutions Don’t Work: An Unusual New Year’s Guidebook for People Who Think Different
Posted on January 1, 2020 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.By June Silny Some people set new year’s resolutions to cut calories or exercise every day, then set off down a straight and steady path toward success with nothing but their self-discipline in tow. Those people don’t have ADHD. Which is not to say we can’t achieve meaningful, positive change; it just means we have […]
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Adult ADHD: Setting Goals for the New Year
Posted on December 26, 2019 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.By FastBraiin Staff Everyone is guilty of giving up on some of their new year resolutions every now and then; however, if you’re an adult with ADHD, accomplishing your goals for the new year can be even more difficult and frustrating. This new year, we’ve put together some tips for setting goals that will help […]
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Back to School: 5 Tips for Adult ADHD Students
Posted on December 16, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & School, Adult ADD/ADHD.By Natalia van Rikxoort, MSW, ACC Whether you are a first-time college student or returning to school after years in the workforce, going back to school as an adult can be an exciting, but daunting, prospect. Many ADHDers have anything but fond memories of the classroom but there’s no need for the college experience to be […]
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Practical tips to improve concentration
Posted on November 26, 2019 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.By Pushpak Pawar 12 Tips to Improve Your Concentration If you’ve ever found it difficult to get through a challenging task at work, studied for an important exam, or spent time on a finicky project, you might have wished you could increase your ability to concentrate. Concentration refers to the mental effort you direct toward […]
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Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop! Understanding Hyperactivity
Posted on November 21, 2019 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.Article post in “Greatest” Your brain has 1,000 tabs open at once, and you’re not sure which one to click on — work? love? cute animal videos? But is this overload just life, or is it something else? If your lack of concentration is constant and overwhelming, and you think you might be causing stress […]
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5 Perfectly Awful Ways to Motivate an ADHD Brain
Posted on November 7, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, Adult ADD/ADHD.BY TAMARA ROSIER, PH.D. Share Article Menu Many of us with attention deficit disorder (ADHD or ADD) have less reliable access to our prefrontal cortex (PFC) than do neurotypical people. Life’s details are managed in the PFC. It is a calm, rational butler, directing behavior in a Siri-toned voice: “Sir, your keys are on the table.” Or, […]
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Free Resource: Managing Your Time During the Holidays
Posted on October 28, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Organization, ADHD Holidays, Adult ADD/ADHD.By Additude Editors The holidays are supposed to be filled with joy. So why does it seem like they get more stressful every year? While the regular ups-and-downs of adulthood and the end-of-the-year rush certainly play a part, ADHD symptoms contribute, too, by making it harder for you to plan, shop, bake, and prioritize as […]
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The Best ADHD Videos of 2019
Posted on October 23, 2019 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.By Healthline Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can make things like concentration, organization, and impulse control difficult to manage. It’s not always easy to diagnose ADHD, and there are many misconceptions about the condition. But there are people who are actively working to change perceptions about ADHD. We chose the […]
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6 Tips for College Students With ADHD
Posted on September 23, 2019 by CoachRudy in ADHD & School, ADHD Children, Teens & Students, Adult ADD/ADHD.By Keith Low Each year in August or September, thousands and thousands of students move away from the built-in structure and safety net of home to the freedoms and independence of college life. While it can be an exciting time filled with all sorts of possibilities for learning and growth, it can also be a […]
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