Managing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) isn’t only about taking pills. Medication can be very effective, but it may not address every challenge ADHD brings into your life. As the saying goes, “pills don’t teach skills.” In other words, even with medication, you might still struggle with organization, time management, or emotional overwhelm. And if you’re someone…
Can changing your diet or popping a supplement really calm the whirlwind of ADHD? I’ve asked myself that question more than once, often while juggling my own racing thoughts. The idea of “natural remedies for ADHD” is certainly appealing – who wouldn’t prefer a fish oil capsule or a veggie-packed meal over yet another prescription…
If you’ve heard the terms ADD and ADHD used interchangeably, you might wonder if they mean the same thing. The short answer: ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is an outdated term that is no longer an official diagnosis, while ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the current medical name for the condition encompassing various types. In practical terms, what used to be called “ADD” is now recognized…
Imagine feeling like you have 100 browser tabs open in your brain, all playing sound at once. That’s how living with ADHD can feel for some. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – formerly known as ADD – is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children, and it often continues into adolescence and adulthood. In fact,…
