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Terry Matlen, ACSW

posted 10/10/2008, comments (2)

One Good Reason Why You Shouldn’t Procrastinate

I know, I know. The boxes, papers, clothes and dishes are piled sky high. You WANT to take care of it, but it's just impossible to get started. Where do you start? How do you motivate yourself to tackle these endless, boring chores? ADHD, as I've always said, is not an excuse; it's an explanation for our procrastinating, distractibility... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/27/2008, comments (4)

Overview of the first annual Virtual ADHD Conference

This past week, some of the top ADHD experts in the world came together to present "virtually" on a wide variety of topics at the first annual Virtual ADHD Conference. Speakers included: Dr. Ned Hallowell, Sari Solden, Dr. Dan Amen, Dr. Michele Novotni, Kate Kelly, Wilma Fellman, Dr. Terry Dickson, Nancy Ratey and more. It was utterly... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/05/2008, comments (0)

Teen Depression on Health Central

Depression is one of the most common co-existing conditions that accompany ADHD. Many of us know the signs of depression: Depressed mood Irritability Loss of appetite or overeating Loss of desire to participate in activities that once provided pleasure But the signs of depression in teens can be different than... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/16/2008, comments (2)

Managing Hypersensitivities in Adults with ADHD

Last week, I wrote a Share Post on how to help manage your ADHD child's hypersensitivity. As little as there is written about that subject, even less is known about adults with ADHD and hypersensitivities. It makes perfect sense that a child who is tormented with sensory issues (also known as sensory defensiveness) will grow up to be an adult who... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/06/2008, comment (1)

ADHD, Overwhelm and Understanding

Rory Stern, PsyD, ADDA Board of Director Last week my good friend, and ADDA President, Evelyn Polk-Green wrote about ADHD and feelings of chronic overwhelm. It was a post that really stood out for me, because since returning from the ADDA conference immediately followed by a family wedding, I was feeling incredibly overwhelmed too. I... Read more Chevron

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