April 2009

ADHD Medications: Side Effects

by Brenda on April 21, 2009

Someone asked me the other day about the side effects associated with ADHD medications. Almost any medication you take has the potential for side effects; whether or not you experience them isn’t certain until you try it. However, people who take medications for ADHD often seem to experience side effects, at least at first. There [...]

Allergies and ADHD

by Brenda on April 20, 2009

Do you have allergies and ADHD? I know I do, as does the rest of my family. In general, I’ve noticed that a lot of people who have ADHD also have allergies of one kind or another. Did you know that allergies can make ADHD symptoms worse? And that studies have shown a link between [...]

The Power of Planning Ahead

by Brenda on April 17, 2009

The idea for this post came from the fact that I have been sitting at my desk for the past 15 minutes trying to decide what to write about. So it’s kind of ironic that I’m going to tell you to start planning ahead and putting more structure in your lives, since I obviously don’t [...]

Talking About Talking

by Brenda on April 16, 2009

Do you talk too much? Or find the need to explain more than necessary? Interrupt much? I am guilty of all of the above. I am sure it is an ADD thing. For instance, if someone asks me where I live (as in which state) I usually give them the long version – where I’m [...]

The Power of Habits

by Brenda on April 15, 2009

You know lately we’ve spent a lot of time on this blog talking about alternatives to prescription medications for managing ADHD symptoms. Treating ADHD, with medication or other methods, is not the entire answer. When your symptoms become less bothersome, they need to be supported with good habits. Good habits have the power to make [...]

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