Parenting ADD kids
Plan Ahead – Does your child always lag behind in the morning because they can’t find matching socks or their homework? Start preparing for morning the night before. Lay out clothing (down to socks and shoes), sign all papers, pack lunch and put it all by the door. This may sound simple but it really does cut down on morning anxiety. If your child is on medication, use a pill organizer so that you can tell if they have already taken their morning meds. A hectic morning could result in double-dosing. Avoid this at all costs. Get a Good Night’s Sleep – A good night’s sleep can never be underestimated. Parents, this goes for you too. Lack of sleep can cause...
Add And College Students - How Does It Affect Them?
Unfortunately, Attention Deficit Disorder does not necessarily fade with age. Many people that suffer as a child will continue to suffer as a teen, as well as into adulthood. However, this disorder may affect people differently at different stages in their life. College can be a difficult time for some students. For many, this represents a time of breaking free and starting their new uninhibited lives. This may be an exciting and emotional time. How does a college student with ADD face such a time? For a person with Attention Deficit Disorder, this may prove to be a harsh time of transformation. Typically coming from families that were especially doting and accommodating to their situation, they are...
Houston schools teachers have not had significant pay raise in seven years. The new Houston schools budget plans for an average 8.6 percent pay raise for teachers for the 2006-07 school year, with a total of $49.2 million in funding. The state is providing $31 million for the pay raises, and the Houston schools are providing $18.2 million from their own revenues. An additional $8 million increase also is included for teacher performance pay. This is all part of the Houston schools proposed $1.4 billion budget for the 2006-07 school year, and the Houston schools will NOT increase school tax property rates by the allotted four cents per $100 of property. The Houston schools believe the pay raises...
Adhd & Add, Children Count
Class Dismissed, Millions of children long to hear each day those wonderful words Class dismissed. However, different children respond to those words differently. Most students learn fairly quickly that when the teacher dismisses them that they need to check their homework, put the right books in their backpack, make sure they have the materials they need, straighten up the desk and possibly put up their chair and then leave. But the ADD child responds to Class dismissed by bolting out the door leaving homework, books, materials, jacket, backpack, etc. behind. Why Punish them for things they can't control? Our pleadings, scoldings, groundings, and bribings fail to create a long term solution. What...
Book Summary: The 17 Essential Qualities of a Team Player
A follow-up companion reader to The 17 Indisputable Laws of Teamwork, here is a clear character profile of the ideal Team Player. Maxwell stresses some main qualities of a good team player: intentional, or she is focused onthe big picture, relational, focused on others, selfless, willing to take a backseat for the good of the team, and tenacious - works hard to overcome obstacles, no matter what. 1. Adaptable: If you won't change for the team, the team may change youTeam players who are most likely to become adaptable possess the following characteristics:a) they are highly teachable;b) they are emotionally secure;c) they are creative; and,d) they are service-minded individuals. To achieve such...
The ADD Child: Challenging Parents, Teachers and Friends
The ADD Child: Challenging Parents, Teachers and Friends The ADD child exhibits a series of behaviors that are common in most children. Most children misbehave, act silly and day dream. So what, then, is the difference? The child with Attention Deficit Disorder exhibits these behaviors in a constant and extreme manner, often interfering with their academic, social and family interactions. Here are the variety of ways that a child may exhibit ADD behaviors: Inattention: The most visible and well-known behavior of a child with attention deficit issues is an inability to maintain attention and focus over an extended period of time. This behavior shows up in a variety of situations, such as forgetting...
ADD - Are Children Being Unnecessarily Medicated
Attention Deficit Disorder. What is it? How is it affecting our children and our schools? Attention Deficit Disorder is a syndrome that usually begins during one's childhood and persists throughout one's life. It is characterized as a syndrome resulting in hyperactivity, shortened attention spans and being impulsive in different areas of life. Attention Deficit Disorder has been, sadly, treated as an excuse for many of the culture's social and education problems and is costing many students their health and their own personalities. Attention Deficit Disorder has been overly diagnosed in the children of the United States. A large percentage of children go to the nurse's office after lunch in...
Combating Attention Deficit Disorder In Teens
Attention Deficit Disorder - a condition that is manifested in inattentiveness, hyperactivity, or a combination of both - is most often identified in young children. Treatment begins and tools are put in place to help the child learn coping strategies to deal with everyday situations. But with Attention Deficit Disorder in teens there are a whole new set of challenges to hurdle. At an age where fitting in with the crowd is of paramount concern, any differences in behavior can be exacerbated in this heightened social microcosm. The symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder can make the learning environment difficult. The increased schoolwork associated with this age group often catapults the Attention...
Can You Understand English?
There is a lot of talk about making English the official language of the USA. That would stop the need to spend so much money printing out things like drivers license, tax, voter registration and other official forms in so many languages. If people come here, they will simply have to learn English. However, is it really that simple? English is anything but a virgin language. It has roots in the tongues of many nations and one word can mean many things. If you travel around our great nation, you will discover some extreme examples of that fact.Several years ago, I visited Pennsylvania Dutch Country with my family. Most people have read about the Amish people, but it's something you have to see for...
Natural Medicine for ADHD and is ADHD Really a Condition?
A Lithuanian friend of mine asked me about 8 years ago now, "Why is it that you Americans make up names for all sorts of conditions?" I at first defended us stating that we are at the forefront of medical research - therefore, had all the answers and newest medical conditions labeled.Boy was I wrong.Boy was he right.ADHD, in my realm, is a bunk label brought on by pharmaceutical companies and psychologists. More money in the bank. They know parents want their kids best in class and get smiley faces from their teachers.Now all they hear is, "Jack, I believe your son may be ADHD. You should have him checked out." Thanks. Good tip. People love to be the 'doctor' - knowing all the conditions, terms...
Northern California Colleges
California has the nation's largest educational system. Its wide-variety in campus experiences are what most students like about going to college here. There are over 400 Colleges and universities in the state that offer an increasing number of courses and fields of study. California is divided into the North and South, both of which offer competitive college education. Northern California Colleges specialize in the fields of engineering, education and the arts. North California Colleges provide a wide-range of campus options ranging from private to public and UC, State U, or Community College options. In 2005, funding was increased for the Higher Education Budget and this made North California...
How ADD Affects Child Education And Schooling
Educating a child with Attention Deficit Disorder may not be an easy process. Although great strides have been made in recognizing the disorder and many school systems have answered the call, many are still antiquated in their procedural methods as well as catering to specific circumstances. How ADD affects a classroom is usually seen before diagnosis takes place. It may be seen in the little girl in the corner, twirling her hair as she looks out the window, or the boy running around the other students snatching books out of their hands. In many cases, it is the teacher that first recognizes an issue with inattentiveness and/or hyperactivity. Seeing the problem is usually considerably easier than...
Family Time
T-Mobile offers a family plan, FamilyTime for users who want to keep in close contact with their family members. These types of cell phone plans are perfect for families with young drivers or kids in college. There are numerous cell phone plans to choose from and each user can pick their cell phone.T-Mobile offers four different options for users to choose from. The first cell phone plan, the FamilyTime basic includes 700 whenever minutes to be shared with all of the users under the plan and also includes unlimited nights, weekends and mobile-to-mobile calls. This plan is $59.99 a month.Another plan that T-Mobile has to offer is the FamilyTime Plan, which includes 1000 shared minutes as well as...
Tips For Living Successfully With Add / Adhd
Structure Yes, I know we all hate structure. If the world was perfect place we would not need it. It may be one of the most important things to help us survive in this non-ADD world. We also need the correct amount of structure in our lives. Too much makes us rebel or feel trapped. When we don't have enough structure we lose track of the world around us. A schedule works well for both children and adults with ADD. Make a plan for each day. Make sure you give yourself or child "free time" or "self time" in that schedule. Children need at least an hour a day of uninterrupted play. I think adults need about the same amount of time to daydream, meditate, or just do nothing. Positive Reinforcement This...
The Neurology of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Part One
What is Happening in the brain of children, teens, and adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?The most recent models describing what is happening in the brains of people with Attention Deficit Disorder suggest that several areas of the brain may be affected by the disorder. These impacted areas include the frontal lobes, the inhibitory mechanisms of the cortex, the limbic system, and the reticular activating system. Each of these areas of the brain is associated with specific functions.The frontal lobes help us to pay attention to tasks, focus concentration, make good decisions, plan ahead, learn and remember what we have learned, and behave appropriately for a given situation.The...
Attention deficit disorder is a serious disorder and it is not going away. It causes depression, inattentiveness, relationship and behavorial problems, deviant behavior (crime), can lead to drug abuse, alcoholism and even suicide. To better understand this disorder and correct it there are 8 steps we must follow:1. Education. ADD can manifest itself in several different ways all depending upon the areas of the brain affected. Basically, ADD is caused by abnormalities in the cortex region of the brain. These abnormalities are mostly genetic, but can also result from head trauma. The afflicted area is underdeveloped slightly - not enough to cause autism or retardation. This underdeveloped area...
How To Be a Dog Whisperer
What is a "Dog Whisperer"?Plenty of people call themselves a dog whisperer, usually for commercial gain. Since the success of Monty Roberts, the Horse Whisperer, it seems to be a title almost anyone can brand themselves with - so long as they are not Horse Whisperers (that one is owned and trademarked by Monty Roberts).I'm yet to see anyone "whisper" to a dog (or a horse) and have the animal magically do anything that it wasn't trained to do.I remember one occassion where some people had bought a horse and were collecting it from the property where we kept our horse. This horse was terrified of being floated (trailered), made all the worse for the desperate new owner's heavy-handed techniques for...
Attention Deficit Disorder: What is it?
Attention Deficit Disorder is a complex condition that is not well understood at the present time by many clinicians and the general public. New information is being discovered rapidly however. Dr. Amen is one of the pioneers in this field and this article is meant to summarize his work. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity (ADHD) occur as a result of neurological dysfunction in the prefrontal cortex of the brain. This is the newest part of our tri-brain system in evolutionary terms. It is the part of our brain that performs executive functions. The functions of this brain deal with 1) attention span, 2) perseverance, 3) judgment, 4) organization, 5...
10 Benefits of Having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
There is a common misconception in the world that having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a bad thing. While the ADD-wired brain certainly presents some challenges, it also offers some incredible benefits. The following is a list of characteristics that I consistently see in my clients, friends, and colleagues with ADD.1. CompassionPeople with ADD have a tremendous power to connect with other people. But it goes a step further than that. We also have an advanced ability to empathize with others, and to see many different perspectives.2. CreativityI've never met an ADDer who wasn't creative! Writers, painters, musicians, film makers, designers, sculptors, comedians - the list goes on...
What You Should Know About Counseling for Attention Deficit Disorder
At the ADHD Information Library we are big believers that you should not just be giving a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder medication without also providing some sort of counseling or therapy. There are good, long-term studies that show that medication by itself over the long term is not a whole lot better than no treatment at all (Satterfield, et.al.). Medication for Attention Deficit Disorder is far more effective when it is combined with counseling of one type or another. But not all forms of counseling are worth the investment of time or money. Read on to learn what works and what does not. Family therapy is helpful. The family needs to adjust to the ADHD child, and needs...
Homework Help for the Attention Deficit Child
Jeannine Virtue Does the homework battle so typical with your hyperactive or A.D.D. child have you at the end of your rope? Relax. We have some tried-and-try ADHD information that should get your A.D.D. child on the right homework path. Establish a Set Homework Routine: Because the A.D.D. child functions best in a consistent environment, homework should be done in the same place, at the same time and for a set amount of time every day. Work with your child to develop that routine. Some Attention Deficit and hyperactive children work best immediately after school while others need an hour or two to settle down before jumping back into studies. To help the A.D.D. child better focus, the work area...
Nutrition as Attention Deficit Disorder ADHD Alternative Treatment: Help is as Close as the Kitchen
The quality of food we eat (or lack thereof) has a profound affect on Attention Deficit Disorder and ADHD. For many people, nutrition alone can effectively work as an ADHD alternative treatment.A growing body of research points to nutritional deficiencies - especially with essential fatty acids and amino acids - as a contributing factor of Attention Deficit Disorder and learning deficiencies.Put down the Ritalin bottle for one minute to consider these Attention Deficit Disorder ADHD nutrition research findings;A George Washington University School of Medicine study found that hyperactive children who ate a meal high in protein did equally well, and sometimes better, in school than non-hyperactive...
Attention deficit disorder is a serious disorder and it is not going away. It causes depression, inattentiveness, relationship and behavorial problems, deviant behavior (crime), can lead to drug abuse, alcoholism and even suicide. To better understand this disorder and correct it there are 8 steps we must follow:1. Education. ADD can manifest itself in several different ways all depending upon the areas of the brain affected. Basically, ADD is caused by abnormalities in the cortex region of the brain. These abnormalities are mostly genetic, but can also result from head trauma. The afflicted area is underdeveloped slightly - not enough to cause autism or retardation. This underdeveloped area...
The ADHD Child Can Play - Toys for Children with ADHD
Childhood should be playful. Play is said to be the work of children. But, sometimes, the ability to play becomes strained when children have conditions such as Attention Deficit Disorder, with or without hyperactivity (ADD/ADHD).Part of living with a child with ADHD is to understand the special needs of these children in order to maintain a happy and healthy balance. This includes the necessity of selecting the right playthings so playtime activities do not become more stressful by conflicting with what these children can comfortably manage and enjoy. One way we've heard ADHD described is that it's a performance disorder and not a deficiency of knowledge or skill. It is primarily...
Attention Deficit Disorder - Drug Free Solution
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have become major problems in modern society, affecting one in 14 school-age children and about 4 percent of the adult population. ADD/ADHD affects an individual’s inability to concentrate, focus, and follow through upsetting jobs, relationship, friendships, and families. Label and treatment of ADD /ADHD patients over time has moved from the psychological to the medical to the psychiatric. The question is – what can I do to get rid of ADD/ADHD? One of the scariest aspects of ADD/ADHD are the substances being prescribed for treatment. These drugs often have terrible side effects that merely swap or pile...
SummaryComplex intracellular inclusions were identified in brain cells of patients with non-inflammatory stealth virus encephalopathy. The cells showed extensive disruption of mitochondria leading to the suggestion that the inclusions were providing an alternative (non-mitochondria) source of cellular energy. Pigmented intracellular inclusions and extra-cellular materials were similarly identified in stealth virus cultures.A characteristic feature of these cultures is the progressive lessening of the cytopathic (cell damaging) effect that coincides with, and is dependent upon, the accumulation of these pigmented materials. Tissue culture and direct patient derived materials exhibit various qualities...
Frequently Asked Questions About ADD
1. What is ADD?ADHD is a neurobiological disorder located in the prefrontal cortex, and it is also a type of brain wiring different than the general population. It can be considered a disorder and a gift, and it affects all areas of functioning to a degree. But the main area of life it will affect is your executive function, or the area of the brain that organizes, plans and executes goals.What is generally focused on with ADHD is a short attention span, or the inability to focus for long periods of time. People with ADD have minds that tend to wander, drift and get distracted by other things. What is very interesting about ADD is that sufferers can pay attention very well to things that...
Some Of The Most Popular Card Games For Kids
It may surprise you to hear that kids can be entertained by products other than high-tech, high-dollar video game systems, DVDs, and television. They don't have to spend their game-playing time blasting aliens, swinging digital golf clubs, and blowing up buildings. Amazing as it may sound, kids really do enjoy traditional games like board games and card games. Card games are a great way for you to spend more time with your children and get them away from the television. In addition to being fun, card games can be educational.One such fun, educational card game for children is CardWord. The CardWord deck consists of cards with letters on them instead of numbers. The object of the game is to spell...
What Is Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD
I have a friend at work that has a grandson that has been diagnosed with child attention deficit disorder. After chatting with her about it for a while I began to wonder how it is possible to tell the difference between someone with ADD and someone who is just plain difficult. It seems to be most difficult to tell with boys under 17 years of age because they tend to progress slower than the girls anyway. My grandmother used to be the head teacher of a primary school and she was quite certain that boys didn't develop intellectually anything like as quickly as the girls.My interest raised, I decided to investigate further. It appears that there are three stages in normal development. The first stage...
8 Steps for Coping with and Healing Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Attention deficit disorder is a serious disorder and it is not going away. It causes depression, inattentiveness, relationship and behavorial problems, deviant behavior (crime), can lead to drug abuse, alcoholism and even suicide. To better understand this disorder and correct it there are 8 steps we must follow:1. Education. ADD can manifest itself in several different ways all depending upon the areas of the brain affected. Basically, ADD is caused by abnormalities in the cortex region of the brain. These abnormalities are mostly genetic, but can also result from head trauma. The afflicted area is underdeveloped slightly - not enough to cause autism or retardation. This underdeveloped area...
If your child has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder then at some point you will be asking the question, "Will my child ever outgrow it?" Well, there is good news, and not so good news, when it comes to the answer. Studies indicate that about half of those with ADHD will outgrow many of the symptoms of the disorder by the time he or she is in their 20's. However, even for these fortunate ones, some of the symptoms will remain. The old school of thinking was that once a child with ADHD reached puberty he no longer needed any help for his Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, but this is simply not true. But parents, hang on! There is one final growth spurt of the brain, particularly in...
What Is Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD
I have a friend at work that has a grandson that has been diagnosed with child attention deficit disorder. After chatting with her about it for a while I began to wonder how it is possible to tell the difference between someone with ADD and someone who is just plain difficult. It seems to be most difficult to tell with boys under 17 years of age because they tend to progress slower than the girls anyway. My grandmother used to be the head teacher of a primary school and she was quite certain that boys didn't develop intellectually anything like as quickly as the girls.My interest raised, I decided to investigate further. It appears that there are three stages in normal development. The first stage...
Natural Treatments for ADHD
There are many natural treatments now available for the treatment of ADHD. This doesn't mean they actually work, but they are available. Sticking to simple and common sense treatments will work far better than any fad diet claiming to cure ADD.First of all, diet is extremely important to all of us but especially important for the individual with ADHD. They can have a powerful effect on your mindset, emotions and how you behave. This, of course, can be negative or positive. The right diet can actually decrease the amount of medication you need. There are four important things in an ADD friendly diet; lots of water, high protein intake, moderate carbohydrate intake and a low to moderate...
Cake Baking Tip Guide
Successful cake decorating is all about preparation. Baking and preparing your cake for decorating is a critical part of the total process. In this article, I'll share some expert tips for basic cake preparation to get your cake creation off to a fabulous start! These easy tips will ensure your cake decorating success.Preparing a Cake Board -Many specially themed cakes are too large to fit on a plate, so a cake board may be used. Cut a piece of stiff cardboard to the desired size. Cover with foil, or heavy coated wrapping paper.I often use colored tissue paper, covered with colored cellophane of the type used to wrap gift baskets. This gives the desired background color, with a surface which is...
What Is Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD
I have a friend at work that has a grandson that has been diagnosed with child attention deficit disorder. After chatting with her about it for a while I began to wonder how it is possible to tell the difference between someone with ADD and someone who is just plain difficult. It seems to be most difficult to tell with boys under 17 years of age because they tend to progress slower than the girls anyway. My grandmother used to be the head teacher of a primary school and she was quite certain that boys didn't develop intellectually anything like as quickly as the girls.My interest raised, I decided to investigate further. It appears that there are three stages in normal development. The first stage...
5 Ways To Help Your Kids Do Math
Uh oh.Your kids arrive home with their school reports and it's poor marks from the math department. Now what do you do?You may not be a math teacher, but thankfully there are ways you can help your kids improve their grades.Studies have shown that children are much more likely to perform well in a subject that interests them.So here are 5 ways to get your kids excited about math and actually looking forward to the next math class:1. Inspire them.Some kids don't enjoy math because they just can't see the point of it. Unlike reading or painting, all those mathematical symbols and numbers don't seem to mean anything.What you need to do is show them how important math is in the real world.Tell...
Attention Deficit Disorder: What is it?
Attention Deficit Disorder is a complex condition that is not well understood at the present time by many clinicians and the general public. New information is being discovered rapidly however. Dr. Amen is one of the pioneers in this field and this article is meant to summarize his work. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity (ADHD) occur as a result of neurological dysfunction in the prefrontal cortex of the brain. This is the newest part of our tri-brain system in evolutionary terms. It is the part of our brain that performs executive functions. The functions of this brain deal with 1) attention span, 2) perseverance, 3) judgment, 4) organization, 5...
Is It ADHD/ADD or is My Child Just Disobedient?
This is a question that is on the minds of many parents these days. We receive reports of our child's misbehaving at school and wonder if we have a problem child or is it something more, like ADHD or ADD.Currently there are no real testing procedures to determine if your child has ADHD/ADD beyond a reasonable doubt. Below are some of the more recognizable behavior traits of children believed to be stricken with ADHD/ADD based on behavioral observations.Your child is easily distracted by sounds, and otheractivities going on in the environment around them.They regularly lose track of time.He/she has difficulty in following instructions andfully completing goals or tasks, even if they havethe...
How To Select An Alcohol Rehabilitation Center In Florida
Alcohol rehab in Florida is a much sought after service because of a large number of people in Florida are suffering from alcoholism and looking for various methods for treatment of alcoholism.Alcoholism is a menace and the victim suffers not only physical level but at mental, economic, emotional and social levels. People suffering from alcohol dependence can use alcohol rehabilitation in Florida to restore themselves at physical, mental and social levels and lead a normal and active life.Alcohol rehab in Florida is a comprehensive program that aims at rehabilitation of the alcohol dependent with a comprehensive program that is combination of treatment, counseling, individual and group...
Special Education
Special education refers to unconventional education services designed to cater to the needs of individuals suffering from physical and mental drawbacks such as physical handicaps, sensory (visual and hearing) impairments, intellectual capacity (mental retardation and autism), learning disabilities (reading and writing skills), speech impairment and those with behavior disorders. It seeks to address problems of the individual, as well as provide effective solutions through a set of formulated instructions, service aids and supports, learning techniques and transitions services.The goal of special education is to address the needs of these special individuals (children, youth and adults) and ensure...
Treating ADD With Medication
Medication has long since been the cornerstone for treating Attention Deficit Disorder. There are several medications on the market and their effectiveness is rarely at question; however, they do not come without their side effects and criticisms.The most common medication is methylphenidate, more commonly known as Ritalin and Concerta. Other stimulant medications are pemoline, known as Cylert; dextroamphetamine, known as Dexedrine and Dextrostat; and d- and l-amphetamin racemic mixture, known as Adderall.Stimulant medications would typically make a person more active; however, with Attention Deficit Disorder, it has a calming effect. Therefore, it quiets impulsive and disruptive behavior quickly...
Starving College Students No More
The majority of today's college students are extremely Internet savvy. In fact, many of those students, either individually or under the instruction of a professor, create their own websites, blogs and other online "homes." These sites showcase everything from editorials about the student's favorite football team to photo albums of spring break pictures. Then there are those students, endowed with an entrepreneurial spirit, who transform their websites from purely recreational endeavors into selling tools. This can be an advantageous choice for students who are neck deep in student loans and credit card bills. Chris Ellington, CEO of Article Marketer, states that "many [students] have intellectual...
ADD: Getting Through College With The Least Stress
Many people with ADD find it very difficult to stick to a four-year program at college and to get their degrees. College can be hard for anyone when there are 5 papers due all on the same day. But you have the added handicap of being easily bored and quickly finding distraction. So, though it's no cakewalk for any college student, getting your degree can be particularly hard when you have ADD. How can that be helped? Find a school that will work with you and your ADD. Most colleges require 15 credits to be classified as a full-time student, but most will also allow you to take fewer credits, though you'll only be classified as part-time. If this isn't a tax issue for you or your parents, being a...
Math Card Games
Developing a child's analytical and math skills at an early age is a very important. The best way to introduce math and problem solving skills to a young child is through presenting it to them in the form of a game.Commonly Used GamesThere are many card games today being slightly modified for teaching math to young children. All of us are familiar with the game "Uno," perhaps even played it a few times when we were younger. That game can easily be modified to help teach children develop their multiplication skills. In the game "Uno," you must place cards in a pile according to color or number. For example, if it is your turn and the card in play is a blue three, you must either play a blue card...
13 Tips what you can do with Private Label Content
1. If you have a article site, you can create Articles For Your Web Site. Add your resource box/byline to the articles and publish them on yourwebsite. You could allow your visitors to republish the articles if theyalso publish your resource box. This way you spread your ad all overthe Internet and enlarge your link popularity for free. 2. Create articles for your ezine - Add your resource box/byline to thearticles and publish them in your ezine. You could allow your subscribersto republish the articles if they also publish your resource box. This alsowill spread your ad all over the internet and enlarge your link popularityfor free. This is also good for your PageRank. 3. Create free bonuses for...
ADD: Getting Through College With The Least Stress
Many people with ADD find it very difficult to stick to a four-year program at college and to get their degrees. College can be hard for anyone when there are 5 papers due all on the same day. But you have the added handicap of being easily bored and quickly finding distraction. So, though it's no cakewalk for any college student, getting your degree can be particularly hard when you have ADD. How can that be helped? Find a school that will work with you and your ADD. Most colleges require 15 credits to be classified as a full-time student, but most will also allow you to take fewer credits, though you'll only be classified as part-time. If this isn't a tax issue for you or your parents, being a...
How To Be a Dog Whisperer
What is a "Dog Whisperer"?Plenty of people call themselves a dog whisperer, usually for commercial gain. Since the success of Monty Roberts, the Horse Whisperer, it seems to be a title almost anyone can brand themselves with - so long as they are not Horse Whisperers (that one is owned and trademarked by Monty Roberts).I'm yet to see anyone "whisper" to a dog (or a horse) and have the animal magically do anything that it wasn't trained to do.I remember one occassion where some people had bought a horse and were collecting it from the property where we kept our horse. This horse was terrified of being floated (trailered), made all the worse for the desperate new owner's heavy-handed techniques for...
The Neurology of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Part One
What is Happening in the brain of children, teens, and adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?The most recent models describing what is happening in the brains of people with Attention Deficit Disorder suggest that several areas of the brain may be affected by the disorder. These impacted areas include the frontal lobes, the inhibitory mechanisms of the cortex, the limbic system, and the reticular activating system. Each of these areas of the brain is associated with specific functions.The frontal lobes help us to pay attention to tasks, focus concentration, make good decisions, plan ahead, learn and remember what we have learned, and behave appropriately for a given situation.The...
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Learning "Disabilities"
Experts estimate that between 4-10% of our youth are now diagnosed as having Attention Deficit Disorder. It can be frustrating and discouraging to deal with symptoms of ADD. Here's the great news: there is nothing "wrong" with your child or with you as the parent; there is nothing that needs to be "fixed". You and your child have ALL of the resources within you to experience success in school, at home and in the world. If your child is not succeeding in school or at home, it simply means that she doesn't have effective tools for doing so. Once we teach her world-class skills for succeeding at home and in school, she will no doubt be successful. A diagnosis can be helpful in giving us a framework for...
Falling Asleep - An ADD Nightmare
Falling Asleep - An ADD Nightmare By ADD Coach Jennifer Koretsky © Copyright 2003 Like many "night people," I have a hard time waking up inthe morning, but I have an even harder time falling asleepat night. When I spoke to my doctor about this problem, sheoffered me a very simple solution: take three hours to "wind down" before bed. Don't do anything stimulating inthe evening that will engage your brain. Relax, unwind, andyou'll find yourself falling asleep much easier at night. Sounds simple, right? Not when you have ADD! People with ADD (also known as Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD) often findthemselves chronically tired during the day, but unable tosleep at night. This can be...
ADD - Treatment Through Medication
In this third of a series of articles on ADD we're going to focus on treatments for ADD besides simple nutrition.The most common form of treatment for ADD is through medication.The underlying theory on ADD is that it is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Through certain medications we can correct that imbalance and help a person with ADD to live a normal and productive life.PET scans of patients with ADD who are taking medication for their condition show that there is significant improvement in many cases.Medication that is given to treat ADD is to stimulate the production of two neurotransmitters known as dopamine and norephinephrine. These neurotransmitters are needed to carry a nerve...