I discuss both behavioral and pharmacologic treatments for ADHD, and brain-machine interface tools. I also discuss behavioral training protocols that can improve focus in people with ADHD and those without ADHD, and for people of different ages. I discuss the role of dopamine in coordinating 'defa...
How Can I Be Normal with ADHD? The truth is, “normal” is overrated. ADHD might make you feel different, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a happy, balanced life. Stop trying to fit into someone else’s idea of normal. Focus on what helps you feel productive and connected. ...
Children with ADHD often have a harder time with working memory, which can make it difficult to focus and learn. Help your child build their ability with these tips.
But setting clear, deliberate intentions can be problematic forpeople with ADHD, who are known to have a deficient dopamine reward system. They know what they need to do but struggle to get there – to see past the daunting hard work to the achievement itself. It’s why ADHD might be bet...
steps that can be taken to improve BPT outcomes for ADHD, based on purported causal processes underlying ADHD. The focus is on altered motivational processes (reward and punishment sensitivity), as they closely link to the instrumental processes used in BPT. Following a critical analysis of ...
When we think about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD, many of us visualize the external symptoms: hyperactivity, impulsivity, or a child struggling to focus in class. In fact, many people would describe ADHD as an attention and behavior problem. However, investigating ADHD neurology ...
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Parents should also take into account their child’s age when working to develop and improve their organizational skills. Sibley says younger children in elementary school should primarily rely on the adults in their life to help them develop these skills. ...
Finding effective strategies to help you cope with certain challenges can greatly impact your work success and overall happiness. This article discusses some tips on how to focus with ADHD, including strategies that can help you deal with specific challenges and capitalize on your strengths. A Day...
However, the potential relationship between such conditions remains unclear. More research is needed to determine if ADHD might be connected to memory loss. How to Improve Working Memory With ADHD Research suggests that mental exercises may increase working memory in people withADHD.7Working memory is...