"My son was just diagnosed with ADHD, and I don’t know much about ADHD or its treatment," one mother recently wrote. "What can I do to help my son?" Where do you turn for information when faced with a new diagnosis? How do you make sense of all the information out there from friends and…

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…

Is it ADHD or Trauma Symptoms? Sometimes the symptoms of trauma can overlap with those of ADHD. Can you tell the difference? Heather C. Forkey, MD, was recently interviewed by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network to explain how children exposed to traumatic events sometimes display symptoms that overlap with ADHD. For some children, this…

“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…

Are some of the symptoms of ADHD—inattention, distractibility, and procrastination—getting in the way of your getting things done? There are entire books with suggestions on how to be more productive. Here are a few tips. Make two lists—one of everything you need to do and one of just three tasks to accomplish. Sometimes we can…

Q: Will I ever get over ADHD? How long will I have to deal with these symptoms? – Minnesota Teen A: Over the years, we have had a lot of people ask us the same question. Unfortunately, the majority of people will not outgrow ADHD. We now understand that ADHD is a brain-based disorder that…

Are you looking for an ADHD professional to help you or your child with an evaluation or treatment plan? Finding the right professional for you makes a difference in treatment and, for many people, how successful treatment can be. When you are looking for an ADHD treatment provider for your child, a good place to…

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…