by Nicole Carollo I got my combined-type ADHD diagnosis on a sunny day in August of 2020. For months, through research and self-reflection, I knew the diagnosis was coming. Still, though, it’s hard to prepare. Home alone with a pandemic raging outside, I didn’t know how to begin processing the life-changing news. I had tried journal writing countless …
Interview by Annette Tabor If you’ve had an ADHD diagnosis, you remember it. We all have our story about when, where, what and how we received our diagnosis. These stories help define who we are and what things are important …
ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, often shows up as the inability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time, being unable to follow instructions, having difficulty completing detailed tasks and being prone to error. It can be frustrating to live …
By Annette Tabor ADDA member Pam Wener has a passion for three things. She is passionate about helping children and adults with learning disabilities. She is passion for laughter. And she is passionate about stand-up comedy. These unique qualities define …
In my years of practicing Counseling Psychology I have been asked to write letters in support of allowing patients to own a pet in a condominium. Condo rules may prohibit pets due to fears of the mess or barking. However, …
By Adam Eyal If you suffer from ADHD, you might have used a trampoline as a form of therapy as a child, but did you know that it can be just as effective a management tool when you reach adulthood? …
Many adults with ADHD struggle with organization. For most, knowing what needs to be done isn’t the problem – it’s consistently doing it. This is why working with a professional organizer who has specialized training in working with adults with …