Understanding ADHD Without Hyperactivity: The Predominantly Inattentive Presentation
Understanding the full spectrum of ADHD presentations is essential
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ADHD Coaching: Redefine your role in terms of business outcomes rather than outputs.
Shift your focus from specific tasks you complete, like writing code, creating briefs, drafting product roadmaps, or posting on LinkedIn-to the actual business results you help achieve.
Is multitasking truly a strength for people with ADHD, or is that just a myth
This article explores the origins of this misconception, what the research actually says, and how you can manage tasks more effectively if you have ADHD.
How to Prevent Young Children with ADHD from Playing Parents Against Each Other
When parents are not aligned, children with ADHD may exploit inconsistencies—intentionally or not—to avoid tasks, negotiate extra privileges, or escape consequences. This can erode trust, create confusion, and reinforce negative patterns of behavior. Moreover, inconsistent parenting can exacerbate ADHD symptoms, making it harder for children to learn self-control and emotional regulation. By understanding the underlying dynamics and adopting evidence-based approaches, you can foster a more harmonious home environment and empower your child to thrive
The Next Chapter in ADHD Treatment: What to Expect in 2025 and 2026
By 2025 and 2026, new ADHD treatments will offer more effective symptom management, fewer side effects, and greater personalization than ever before.
How to Respond When the School Gives You a Laundry List of What Is “Wrong” with Your Child
Receiving a long list of concerns or criticisms about your child from their school can be overwhelming, emotional, and even alienating. As a parent, you want to advocate for your child’s strengths while ensuring their needs are understood and met. This article offers a thoughtful and strategic approach to responding constructively—balancing advocacy, collaboration, and self-education. Drawing on best practices from educational experts, parent advocacy groups, and the ADD Resource Center, you will learn how to transform difficult feedback into an opportunity for positive change and partnership with your child’s educators.
Is ADHD Inherited More from Mom or Dad? Unraveling the Genetic Puzzle
This article dives into the science behind ADHD inheritance, breaking down the genetic and environmental factors for you to understand what shapes your child’s risk.
Exercise and ADHD: Why It’s Essential and How to Build a Lasting Routine
Living with ADHD often means facing daily challenges like distractibility, impulsivity, and trouble organizing tasks. While medication and therapy are helpful, many overlook the transformative impact of regular exercise. Physical activity directly boosts the brain chemicals that ADHD medications target, providing natural symptom relief. Establishing a consistent exercise routine can be difficult for those with ADHD, but the right approach can make it enjoyable and sustainable, leading to improved well-being, productivity, and self-confidence.
ADHD and Decision Fatigue: Why Simple Choices Can Feel Overwhelming
Harold Robert Meyer and The ADD Resource Center 04/22/2025 Executive Summary Decision fatigue affects everyone, but for individuals with ADHD, the cognitive burden of choice can be particularly debilitating. Your executive function—already taxed by ADHD—faces additional strain with each decision throughout your day. This article examines why decision-making is more challenging with ADHD, explores evidence-based strategies to … Read more
Why Psychotropic Medications Often Show Minimal Advantage Over Placebos: The Science Behind the Small Difference
The small difference between psychotropics and placebos in clinical trials has significant implications for patients, clinicians, and researchers. For you as a patient or caregiver, it highlights the importance of individualized treatment approaches and realistic expectations. For clinicians, it underscores the value of combining medications with psychotherapy and carefully monitoring individual responses. For researchers, it points to the need for improved trial methodologies. Understanding these complexities helps everyone make more informed decisions about mental health treatments.