Diagnosis and Treatment of ADHD

Think You Have ADHD? 5 Steps to Changing Your Life

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 08/15/2018.

You think you probably have ADHD.  What do you do next?

How to Improve Treatment of ADHD in 3 Steps

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 06/17/2018.

Treatment for adult ADHD often includes medication, but research clearly indicates that medication alone is not the best treatment for ADHD.  Further, about 20-30% of adults can’t find a medication that works for them, or works without side effects.  Use this method for getting the most out of treatment for adult ADHD.

Guidelines: Do I Choose an ADHD Coach, A Therapist, or Both?

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 04/12/2018.

Newly diagnosed with ADHD?  You may be wondering what sort of professional guidance would be most useful.  This article helps you figure out where to start.

Treating ADHD? Don’t Waste Money on Neurofeedback

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 03/23/2018.

An interesting research study reiterates what past studies have largely shown – that neurofeedback is not a great treatment for ADHD

Should I Choose a Therapist Who Specializes in ADHD?

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 03/06/2018.

Knowing about the neurological underpinnings of ADHD can help keep therapists from falling into the same traps as non-ADHD partners.

How Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Impacts Non-ADHD Partners

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 02/07/2018.

Biologically-based sensitivity to criticism and rejection impacts some with ADHD...it also impacts their partners

ADHD, Women, and Pregnancy

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 01/19/2018.

A nice article has just been released in USA Today reviewing that more women with ADHD are getting diagnosed and using ADHD medications.  With a high rate of unplanned pregnancies for women of child-bearing age, experts weigh in on how to handle pregnancy and these medications.

What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and How Does it Relate to ADHD?

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 11/24/2017.

A man with ADHD shares his ‘aha’ moment of learning that his ADHD included Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, an often undiagnosed, but not very well ‘hidden,’ part of ADHD for many adults.  Do you have RSD?  What does RSD mean for your relationship?  How do you treat Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria?

ADHD Across the Lifespan

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 10/26/2017.

ADHD symptoms – and our approaches to managing ADHD – change as we age.

8 Ways to Save Money on Your ADHD Prescriptions

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 10/12/2017.

A doctor shares his tips for cutting the cost of ADHD medications.

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