Larry the Cable Guy

You know Larry the Cable Guy and his famous line “Get er done” right? Well, as ADDers, that’s one of the things that we have a lot of trouble with – getting things done. We may be good at making lists, but not so good at crossing off the completed things. That’s probably because there […]

ADHD and Added Pounds

Did you know that if you have ADHD, it might be more difficult for you to lose weight? Sad, but true. The same difficulties that you have focusing on the task at hand or sticking with a project until it’s complete can also throw you off track when it comes to dieting. Although it might […]

ADHD: Beyond Medication

You and your ADHD do not exist in a vacuum. Just like almost everything else in your life, your ADHD is affected by all kinds of other factors like diet, exercise, sleep, stress level and more. Whether or not you choose to take medication to help you with your ADHD symptoms, you can also do […]

ADHD Diagnosis: Now What?

When you first get diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder, it can be a relief. You finally have an explanation for the way you are, and you feel as though, from this point on, things will be better. Often, however, that feeling is soon replaced with overwhelm and confusion. Where do you begin to look for […]

Hormones and ADHD: Part 2

As you grow and mature into an adult, your hormone levels begin to even out. While you won’t have the roller coaster hormones you had during puberty, you may notice changes in your ADHD as part of your monthly cycle. Some women with ADHD will find that their ADD symptoms and the severity of them […]

Hormones and ADHD

Are you beginning to realize that everything in your life affects your ADHD symptoms? Your hormones are no exception. The hormones in our bodies are very important because they affect many of your body’s processes, including metabolic rate, growth, sexual function, reproduction and your mood. (We all know about that one :)). Well it turns […]