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Terry Matlen, ACSW

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posted 07/02/2008, comments (0)

Taming your ADHD Eating Habits, Managing your Health: 12 Tips to Get You Back on Track

Last week, I wrote about the connection between obesity and ADHD. Now that we have research that shows there is a definite connection between the two, what can we do to work towards the goal of getting the weight off and improving our health? Like most everything else in our lives, staying on track with a health and fitness plan can be... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 06/21/2008, comments (2)

Memo to Me Reminder Service

A few weeks ago, I told you about a great program that I use on my computer: Post it Notes. I received some great feedback from members telling me how they began using this and it has helped them to keep track of things they need to do. This week, I have found another program on the internet to help remember. This service not only... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 05/28/2008, comments (0)

ADHD in Preschool

Children do not suddenly develop ADHD when they enter school, even though that is the time ADHD is most often diagnosed. One of the concerns with diagnosing ADHD in preschoolers is the symptoms: inattention, hyperactivity and impusiveness are also characteristics of preschool children. But children with ADHD frequently carry these behaviors to the... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 05/23/2008, comments (0)

Adult ADD - Tips for Maintaining Friendships

Friendships are important in our lives. They provide us with a sense of well-being and a sense of belonging. But for many adults with ADHD, maintaining friendships is rough. Impulsive speaking can result in interrupting others while talking or saying something offensive without meaning to. Social situations can be more work than fun and avoiding... Read more Chevron

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Eileen Bailey

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posted 05/21/2008, comment (1)

When Treatment Isn't Working - The Importance of an Accurate Diagnosis

Many parents, and adults, taking medication for ADHD wonder what to do when after months of treatment; things just don't seem to be getting better. An article, "Help! My Pediatrician's Not Listening to Me" on CNN.com, outlines how parents can work with their doctor to find out why the treatment isn't working. One of... Read more Chevron

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