The Art of Procrastination
We ADDers are masters of the art of procrastination. Why do today what you can put off until tomorrow? Now we aren’t entirely to blame all by ourselves. Our ADHD does get some of the credit. But the truth is it’s all too easy to use our ADHD symptoms as excuses not to do things […]
Fish Oil for ADHD
Today’s post is a guest post from Rita Baldini at All Treatment. Growing awareness of the potential risks of prescription drugs like Ritalin and Adderall for ADHD have left parents searching for natural treatments. In particular, one of the most discussed alternatives comes in the form of Omega-3 fatty acids. Studies have shown that many […]
How Essential Oils Can Help ADHD
Edited 1/22/19. Please note that there are many good essential oils out there. See this article for more information. Pure therapeutic grade essential oils, like doTERRA can be useful in treating ADHD symptoms because they contain small (natural) chemical components that can cross the blood – brain barrier and directly treat the brain. Lavender, for instance, […]
Are You Wasting Your Time?
Let’s face it. We ADD Moms are pretty good at making time fly. Sorry. I couldn’t resist. đŸ˜‰ Anyway, we are very good at making time fly when we’re doing something we enjoy. Pinning on Pinterest, posting on FaceBook, just catching up online. And there’s more – playing games, talking on the phone or texting, […]
Managing Anxiety
Anxiety is one of those things that often accompanies ADHD. Attention Deficit Disorder never travels alone; it always brings a friend or two. Depression, learning disabilities and anxiety are some of the more common ones. I have a daughter who suffers from anxiety (and I’ve experienced it myself at times) so I know how crippling […]
How Exercise Helps ADHD
There have been a number of studies done that prove that exercise helps ADHD symptoms. Sometimes the positive effects can be evident as much as 24 hours later. But how does exercise help ADHD? Well on a practical level, exercise can help increase focus and attention and decrease impulsiveness. It also helps increase self confidence. […]