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Terry Matlen, ACSW

posted 09/04/2008, comments (0)

When ADHD Throws You a Curve Ball

The old saying goes; there are two things in life you can't avoid: death and taxes. We know that throughout our lives, we'll experience one crisis or another. Death of a loved one, divorce, illness, financial hardships, major disappointments- there's no escaping the realities of life. When these strike, typically family and friends... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 08/27/2008, comments (0)

Solange Knowles Diagnosed with ADHD

Solange Knowles has recently admitted that she has ADHD. Solange Knowles is the younger sister of Beyonce Knowles. According to an article on News24.com, Solange said when a doctor told her she had ADHD she did not believe him: "I was diagnosed with ADD twice. I didn't believe the first doctor who told me and I had a whole theory that ADD... Read more Chevron

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age 45, single and empty nest.

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posted 08/23/2008, comments (6)

Need Support

Hi. I've been recently diagnosed with ADD after being diagnosed 35 years ago with hyperactivity. I'm really struggling with the the "chronic" feeling that I'll have this for the rest of my life. I'm tired of struggling with methods that don't work and the thought of working hard at making life better for the rest of my life is a bit... Read more Chevron

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Terry Matlen, ACSW

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posted 08/21/2008, comments (0)

When Labels Hurt

Do you remember when you or your child was first diagnosed with ADHD? Were you surprised by the diagnosis? Did the words sting you ears and burn your tongue? Or were you actually relieved, knowing that there was finally an understandable reason for the hyperactivity, impulsivity and/or distractibility? For many, getting the diagnosis... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/20/2008, comments (0)

Your Own Olympic Glory... What Are You Waiting For?

Rory Stern, PsyD, ADDA Board of Director If I had been just a little more timely, I might have been able to ride the emotional wave of glory that Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps has thrilled us with over the past week. But maybe missing this opportunity provides for something greater... And maybe that is one of the lessons I can share... Read more Chevron

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