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New research has been recently reported in moms.com blog as well as Daily Mail regarding babies born by cesarean section. It is reported that these babies have a higher chance of developing autism as well as ADHD. Swedish researchers lead by Ph.D. student Tianyang Zhang, analyzed data from more than 20 million births in 19 different countries. During this…
Improve Your Attention Naturally. 3 Herbs You May Want to Try. We can all benefit from improving our attention. Did you know that humans now have a shorter attention span than a goldfish? Medical Daily featured a study by Microsoft Corporation that found that the attention span of a human has dropped from 12 seconds to 8…
How to Be Happy and ADHD. They Can Go Together! Being diagnosed with ADHD, especially later in life, can be difficult. As we have grown into adulthood, we take on more responsibilities - financial, work, and family. For someone who has ADHD, these tasks can be difficult and quickly become overwhelming. This can lead to…
Our Latest Edition : Time Management Good time management allows you to accomplish more in a shorter period of time.This leads to more free time. More free time means you can take advantage of new learning opportunities, lower your stress, and improve your focus. The benefits of good time management improve every aspect of your…
Time Management Tips to Help You Sleep ADHD symptoms can make it difficult to get enough sleep every night. Science Daily reports that about 75% of children and adults with ADHD also struggle with sleep problems. One of these problems can be the inability to manage time effectively and “time blindness”. The first step to a well-rested…
Do You Get Enough of the "Sunshine Vitamin"? How Vitamin D Helps ADHD We used to only associate Vitamin D with bone health. However, we now know that Vitamin D plays a much larger role in our overall health. Vitamin D levels are commonly low in the general population due to the increased use of…
Why am I always late? Many individuals with ADHD struggle with time management. Time management issues may arise because you get stuck on a task, lose track of time, or simply get distracted. An article in PsychCentral provides 5 tips on how to better manage your time if you have ADHD. Natalia van Rikxoort, MSW, ACC, the…
ADHD? Tips for Better Sleep, Diet, & Exercise Routines The end of summer is near and back-to-school time is here. If your family’s summer consisted of lazy days and sleeping late, it's time to get back to a healthy, structured routine. This can be especially difficult if you or your child have ADHD. Routines are critical…
ADHD - Friendship Destroyer? Social skills and building relationships can be a challenge for children and adults with ADHD. Issues with social skills usually stem from the inability to pay attention to social cues that others take for granted. They also are challenged with impulsivity that leads to a multitude of difficulties, from hurting someone’s…
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