Tag Archives: Mindfulness
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How Deep Breathing Opens Up the ADHD Brain
Posted on November 13, 2017 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD, Mindfulness and ADHD.By Additude Editors Studies suggest that rhythmic, deep breathing can balance the autonomic nervous system, which helps individuals with ADHD become more attentive and relaxed. Learn more about this free, highly portable alternative treatment. You have to breathe, so why not use your inhalations and exhalations to manage your ADHD symptoms? “Several studies show that rhythmic, […]
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It’s Healthy to Let Your Mind Wander
Posted on May 24, 2016 by CoachRudy in ADHD Health Issues, ADHD Science, Mindfulness and ADHD.Let me see, now, where was I? Ah, yes, the wandering mind. Mind-wandering has gotten bad press. The wandering mind is said to be an unhappy mind, perhaps even setting us on a path to early death. This view is encouraged by the popularity of mindfulness, and other meditative techniques, designed to focus our thoughts so intently […]
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A Complete Guide to Natural ADHD Treatments
Posted on June 9, 2014 by CoachRudy in ADHD Self Management.From the editors of ADDitude – www.additudemag.com Omega-3 fatty acids. Behavior therapy. Zinc. Brain training. High-protein, low-sugar foods. Medical professionals recommend a range of natural therapies to augment ADHD medication. What you need to know. View Slide Show A few words from CoachRudy – While ADHD medications remain popular and effective for many people […]
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ADHD in Adults: 5 Tips for Taming Impulsivity
Posted on July 22, 2013 by CoachRudy in ADHD In The News, Adult ADD/ADHD.By MARGARITA TARTAKOVSKY, M.S. Associate Editor In people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), being impulsive is often one of the more challenging symptoms. “[I]mpulsivity is one of the core symptoms of ADHD,” according toTerry Matlen, ACSW, a psychotherapist and author ofSurvival Tips for Women with AD/HD. It’s also “one of the more challenging aspects to […]
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Q&A with ADHD CoachRudy
Posted on June 28, 2012 by CoachRudy in ADHD In The News.I wanted to share a recent Q&A interview I had with the Mountain Xpress Wellness Editor, Caitlin Byrd. This article was publised in their ‘online’ publication of the Mountain Xpress on June 24, 2102. There are a few inaccurate words in the article but the content holds true to the interview. I hope you enjoy. […]
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Daily Mindfulness Practices for ADHD
Posted on June 21, 2012 by CoachRudy in ADHD Self Management, Mindfulness and ADHD.Please join me at the final ADHD seminar of the Monthly Series Sponsored byMalaprop’s Bookstore. People often ask how to treat ADHD medication. Mindfulness offers a wonderful opportunity to self-manage your ADHD. Most of who struggle with ADHD will experience some level of forgetfulness, distractions, day dreaming, impulsivity and other issues that can interfere with […]
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Memory Enhancement
Posted on July 12, 2010 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.While coaching an adolescent client, he informed me that, “I don’t really have problems with organization. I have trouble with memory, remembering to do things”. Memory problems for the ADHD individual may be linked to deficiencies in our brain. It may also be attributed to simple boredom, lack of interest and/or distractions that prevent us […]
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Mindful Awareness: ADHD Treatment with Meditation
Posted on April 11, 2010 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.ADHD treatment information about how meditation can focus the attention of children and adults with attention deficit. by Carl Sherman, Ph.D. What’s the core issue of attention deficit disorder (ADD ADHD)? For many adults and children with ADHD, it’s paying attention. So it stands to reason that some kind of attention training would be just […]
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Mindfulness Tips for adults with ADHD
Posted on January 10, 2009 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.This is the second article in a series on “Mindfulness and ADHD”. I’ve previously mentioned that, “Mindfulness is truly bringing ‘present moment awareness’ into every moment… while eating, walking, working and even during multi-tasking”. Of course, adults with ADHD frequently experience disorganization, forgetfulness, distractibility and more. Attention deficit or poor attention and focus are significant […]
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Mindfulness and ADHD
Posted on January 4, 2009 by CoachRudy in Mindfulness and ADHD.There has been much written lately about the benefits of Mindfulness for ADHD. There are actually some studies being conducted at Duke University on the utilization of Mindfulness Meditation to increase focus and decrease distractibility for ADD.
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