Attention Disorder

Written by an expert with over 15 years of experience in treating adult ADHD and ADHD in children, Focused offers essential information to empower parents and provide immediate assistance. Learn to uncover your child's considerable strengths and work around their obstacles with concrete, actionable strategies that improve executive functioning, support emotional development, and promote positive behavior.

Building relationships as a woman with ADHD can be incredibly tricky. I should know. As a sufferer of ADHD myself, I have had my fair share of relationship mishaps, often due to the impact of my ADHD. Whether it be a seeming lack of emotional connection or a breakdown of communication, ADHD can rear its ugly head at the worst possible times. Without the right knowledge and support, it will continue to wreak havoc across your personal life.

This book will guide the reader into this mystery of ADHD that is, and has, affected so many lives addressing everything from demographics, to gender and diet, to medicinal treatment. ADHD has caused a great deal of controversy and discussion in recent years and continues to leave many with unanswered questions as to its definition, symptoms, causes, treatment, medications and so much more.

People with ADHD struggle with planning and goal setting. The concepts are understandable and the strategies we are taught make sense. Yet, we can’t seem to make ourselves do it consistently—if at all. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. And you are not the problem! Using a script not designed to work with your ADHD brain, it is almost impossible to be a good planner and goal setter.

This affirmations audiobook is designed to provide students who struggle with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with a resource to help them achieve academically, socially, and emotionally.

The book specifically written for boys with ADHD. The discovery of a dying woman leaves a young man trapped in a land of savagery. With only his wit and a small axe to make his escape, he finds inspiration that will change the world. "Cannibal Coast is an entertaining tale, full of adventure and mystery." -- Readers' Favorite "A lean pulp-adventure throwback whose author understands the power of pared-down prose and worldbuilding through action." -- BookLife "A very satisfying tale." -- Kirkus Reviews

ADHD doesn’t have to be a burden–make the best of it and control your child’s sudden outbursts. Do you suspect that ADHD is behind your child’s impulsiveness and hyperactivity? You don’t have to go through this alone. From personal experience and with the right advice, you can be a rock for your teen, improve your relationship, and prepare them for an amazing life.

If you experience these struggles every day, then you already know what it’s like to live with ADHD as a woman. But what if you could finally manage these symptoms and take back control of your life? The problem isn’t you. The problem is that no one ever taught you how your brain actually works.

Navigating ADHD: Practical Parenting Techniques for Daily Success Parenting a child with ADHD can be both rewarding and challenging. Navigating ADHD is your comprehensive guide to understanding and managing the daily realities of raising a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This book provides practical, evidence-based strategies to help parents navigate common challenges, build stronger relationships, and foster their child's success. Inside, you'll discover: Understanding ADHD: Gain a deeper understanding of ADHD, including its causes, symptoms, and impact on your child's...

Are you swimming in clutter and chaos, feeling like your ADHD is weighing you down? If this resonates with you, know you are not alone. Contrary to what you may have heard, your ADHD is not a curse. With the right strategies, it can be a hidden superpower. Your unique ADHD brain can be the key to organizing your space and life.

When Julie Legg was diagnosed with ADHD at age 52, suddenly her life made sense. Bringing together her own experience along with research studies and personal stories from other Kiwi women with ADHD, this book is a go-to reference no matter where you are in your journey. It covers the different presentations of ADHD, understanding how the brain works, why girls are underdiagnosed, traits and triggers, the value of an assessment, choosing (or not) medication, freeing yourself from shame, and tips for living and thriving with ADHD.

I’m Robert Johnson, an expert in positive parenting and child development. Over the years, I’ve helped countless families navigate the challenges of ADHD, turning struggles into strengths. My approach is compassionate, practical, and grounded in the latest neuroscience research.

Everything—and nothing—changed once Emma Mahony was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of fifty-two. In Better Late Than Never she seeks to reduce the stigma around diagnosis as an adult, and provides support for anyone who finds themselves in the same situation or thinks they may suffer from ADHD.

Do you ever feel like you’re all alone in this huge blob of chaos, looking for someone to save you? This is how many feel as parents to children who were diagnosed with ADHD. If there’s anything a parent in this situation needs, it’s a strong supportive network of individuals ready to jump in whenever they need them to. Listening to this book will help you create a web of people you can go to when you’ve found yourself in the middle of mayhem.

At 57 years of age, John Brink, a successful entrepreneur, found himself in a local bookstore. As he casually wandered through the aisles, his eye was drawn to a particular title: Driven to Distraction, by Edward M. Hallowell and John Ratey. Reading the opening paragraph, John felt an uncommon connection to the material. The authors weren’t just talking to him; they were talking about him. In that moment, John was hit by a thunderclap revelation that upended his entire world. For the first time in his life, he realized who he really was.

A veteran clinical psychologist exposes why doctors, teachers, and parents incorrectly diagnose healthy American children with serious psychiatric conditions. In recent years there has been an alarming rise in the number of American children and youth assigned a mental health diagnosis. Current data from the Centers for Disease Control reveal a 41 percent increase in rates of ADHD diagnoses over the past decade and a forty-fold spike in bipolar disorder diagnoses. Similarly, diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder has increased by 78 percent since 2002.

ADHD is not the result of ineffective parenting education, and it is not related to the "badness" of the child. ADHD is an attention disorder that if not managed right can become a real problem - for the individual, family, and school - with discomforts and frustration at school and personal level. Very often, the first to suffer from this situation are discouraged and stressed parents because they feel guilty and unable to manage the child's behavior.

Dive into five hours of guided meditations that are all about boosting your focus, clearing up your mind, and helping you stay attentive for longer. Welcome to Peaceful Valley Institute. We're passionate about crafting meditation and hypnosis sessions that are designed to give your mind a little extra push, making you think more clearly and sharply.

If you're a woman with ADHD who's constantly battling disorganization, intense emotions, or the sting of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, "Thriving Women with ADHD" is your game-changer. This isn't just another book; it's your personal life coach, guiding you step-by-step towards emotional mastery and ADHD success.

Impulsive ADHD is defined as a pattern of behavior that is characterized by chronic problems with impulsivity. People with impulsive ADHD have trouble waiting their turn, acting without thinking, and interrupting others. They also typically have difficulty controlling their emotions and sustaining their attention.