How can you best help your child affected by ADHD be successful? And what is the difference between supportive parenting and overparenting, often called “helicopter parenting?” When your child struggles with executive function challenges—remembering homework, gym shoes and being able to make good decisions about the present and future—it can become a challenge to straddle…

If you haven’t done your income taxes yet, good news—you get three extra days this year. Due to a local holiday in Washington, DC, federal income tax returns can be postmarked as late as April 18. For many people dealing with the symptoms of ADHD―difficulty getting organized, losing paperwork and sustaining attention―the added time could…

Are you getting enough sleep? If you’re like one in three Americans you probably aren’t, and if you are someone affected by ADHD, you may have an even harder time getting enough sleep. According to a study in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, about 35 percent of…

Q: I can’t stand to go grocery shopping. I tell myself I’ll do it later and then I run out of time. I usually end up rushed at the store, grabbing whatever looks attractive to me in the moment. I end up with a cart full of food but nothing to really make meals for…

Too often, it seems that every other headline is about terrorist attacks, school shootings, or other horrible events. Children with ADHD, especially those with co-occurring anxiety, may need your help to cope with these scary events. As much as you try to shield your children from disturbing news reports, many young people find out about…

The CDC awards CHADD a four-year grant for the National Resource Center on ADHD LANHAM, Md. – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded $3.4 million over the next four years to Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) to continue the National Resource Center on ADHD (NRC). The new cooperative agreement from…

“What can I expect when my child has an assessment for ADHD?” is something many parents wonder when it’s first suggested their child be evaluated for ADHD. Once an appointment is made with a pediatrician or a specialist in childhood ADHD, you can expect: A physical exam, including a family medical history Interviews with you…

With all the Valentine’s Day commercials on TV and chocolate sales in grocery stores, this can sometimes be a difficult month for couples affected by ADHD. There can be unmet expectations for the “perfect” romance when the symptoms of ADHD lead to tension or disappointment in their relationship. Terry M. Dickson, MD, ACG,  who does…

Did you ever think about how executive functions – memory, planning, and organization – are related to romance? When your executive function abilities are affected by ADHD, romance can be a bit of a struggle for you and your partner. Psychologist Ari Tuckman has worked with couples affected by ADHD and, in a special Ask the…

Q: My husband has ADHD and we are constantly fighting! I don’t know what to do about this anymore! We need suggestions, we need help. Frustrated Wife A: You’re not alone in this. Many couples affected by ADHD struggle with communication and often find themselves arguing. The symptoms of adult ADHD—inattention, forgetfulness and distractibility—are especially…

In this busy world of work and family obligations, social events, and long commutes, dinner can often slide into stressful last-minute decisions. Add in the symptoms of ADHD, and trying to eat healthy meals without resorting frequently to takeout, eating out, or convenience foods can be a real challenge. Many restaurant and pre-made meals can…

The next clinical frontier in our understanding of ADHD is addressing the disorder in adults over 50, writes David Goodman, MD, in a recent U.S. News & World Report column. He writes that the care of patients affected by ADHD can be advanced if healthcare providers and the general public understand the persistence of ADHD…