Is There Really an Increase in ADHD, or Are Adults Finally Being Diagnosed?
Featuring Peter S. Jensen, MD Dr. Peter Jensen is the founder of The REACH Institute and director of a coalition of organizations that are developing adult ADHD diagnosis and treatment guidelines for use in the United States, a joint effort of CHADD and APSARD. He discusses the need for adult guidelines and the…
Read MoreWhat Concerns Young Adults with ADHD
Featuring Wes Crenshaw, PhD Is your teen with ADHD about to make the sometimes-bumpy transition into young adulthood? As they approach adulthood, teens may be optimistic, terrified, or lost. Each category comes with its own set of benefits and challenges. “Hope” is what separates successful teens and young adults with ADHD from those who do…
Read MoreTelehealth Care for ADHD May Be at Risk
About half of adults who have a current diagnosis of ADHD receive care through telehealth services, either through an individual provider or practice, or from a provider employed by an online mental health care company. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the findings of the first study of the prevalence of adult ADHD…
Read MoreWhat Can I Expect as an Adult from My ADHD Treatment
Featuring David W. Goodman, MD The first question adults with a new ADHD diagnosis often ask their treatment provider is, “What can I expect?” Adults can anticipate a predictable progression of symptom improvement over the first six months. David Goodman, MD, details the specific improvements that usually occur during the first six months of treatment.…
Read MoreNumber of Adults with ADHD is Greater Than Previously Thought
The first national prevalence study of adult ADHD in more than a decade was released today. The study revises the previous percentage of adults with ADHD, now estimating that six percent of adults—about 15.5 million adults in the United States—have ADHD or received a diagnosis of ADHD in the past. More than half of adults…
Read MoreBoosting Brain Health in Adults with ADHD: Insights and Strategies
Featuring Brandy Callahan, PhD Neuropsychologist Brandy Callahan discusses the relationship between ADHD and brain health, especially as individuals age. An expert in cognitive aging and brain health, Dr. Callahan explains how over time ADHD can have an impact on memory, executive function, and overall cognitive abilities. She highlights the importance of managing stress, sleep, and…
Read MoreFive Ways Nutrition Can Affect ADHD Symptoms
Featuring Laura Stevens, MS Ask the Expert Webinar Series Are you interested in how nutrition can help with some symptoms of ADHD? A healthy diet can be a complementary approach to managing some symptoms of ADHD. Taking an honest look at your family’s food choices and figuring out what works best for you, or your…
Read MoreExplorando el TDAH en las familias Latinas
Presentando a Dennise Guerra MSW, LCSWA Hay mucha información sobre la salud mental y es importante saber lo más útil. También hay que saber cómo se diferencia de un diagnóstico de TDAH. En esta presentación aprenderá sobre los básicos de salud mental y vamos hablar de temas sobre el TDAH que generalmente no se comparte.…
Read MoreAn ADHD-Friendly Guide to Voting This November
Are you feeling anxious or confused about the upcoming election? If navigating your state’s voting system seems like an impossible task this fall, you are not alone. A recent study by the National Institutes of Health revealed that adults with ADHD are less likely to actively seek out political information. Is that because people with…
Read MoreNew Studies Examine Effective Treatments for ADHD
New studies and medication options to treat ADHD are rapidly evolving which may affect the treatment options you choose for yourself or your child. The US Food and Drug Administration approved a new ADHD medication that will be available in late 2024: Onyda XR, the first liquid nonstimulant medication. Onyda can be prescribed for patients…
Read MoreCoping with Change | Tips for Adults with ADHD
Featuring Brittany Brousseau ADHD and executive function impairments can make it difficult to deal with life transitions. What can people with ADHD do to help them process and embrace changing circumstances, and how can an ADHD coach help? Brittany Brousseau, an ADHD life coach, gives insights into ADHD coaching, what to look for when choosing…
Read MoreADHD and Anxiety at School: Webinar For Educators
Featuring Kimberly Harrison, PhD Students with ADHD who are distracted, defiant, restless, late turning in assignments, or sleepy may be showing signs of an anxiety disorder. Teachers can help their struggling students by understanding ADHD’s relationship to anxiety, establishing an effective home-school communication system, and conducting activities that are designed to reduce anxiety and stimulate…
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