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Terry Matlen, ACSW

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posted 03/26/2009, comments (2)

Time to Say Goodbye

Dear Friends, I've been a writer/expert here at ADHDcentral for nearly 1 1/2 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. My passion has always been to reach out to those touched by ADHD with support, education and resources. I've met wonderful and interesting people here at ADHDcentral. However, it is time for me to move on. As of April 1, I... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/25/2009, comments (4)

Have you heard about the ADHD diet?

Let's start by saying that food choices can certainly impact health in a variety of ways. Choose to eat a diet exclusively filled with processed foods, fast foods and soda and it's likely that diabetes and heart disease may come calling some day. Choose to eat a diet high in grilled, well done meats, and research shows that you may... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Diana L Walcutt

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posted 12/15/2008, comments (2)

Failure To Connect

You know, about 10 years ago I read a great book by Dr. Jane M. Healy called, "Failure To Connect: How Computers Affect Our Children's Minds, For Better And Worse" and part of it was about how our kids are becoming unable to socialize. This book was looking specifically at the effects of computers on our children's minds and behaviours, but I wish... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Ballas

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posted 12/09/2008, comments (0)

Holiday Challenges for Children With ADHD

The holidays are upon us, and many forces are conspiring to tax people's mental health. First of all, the light. Close to half a million Americans will experience seasonal affective disorder, a type of depression that is associated with the fewer hours of sunshine typical of winters in North America. Next, is the holidays themselves, great fun... Read more Chevron

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