Insights and Perspectives
How To Have A Peaceful Summertime with ADHD
Most parents with ADHD children experience challenges during the summer. Summer is a time for fun, relaxation, and vacations. For most people going on vacation is a nice time to get away from your regular humdrum daily routine. How To Get Structure For ADHD Children...
They Are Not Being Difficult On Purpose
I have been trained to stop behaviors using rewards and consequences. It took a long time for me to understand that parenting from a misbehavior perspective is not getting anyone to change their behavior. Let's take a look to see if the source of the challenge is...
Will Changing My Mindset REALLY Impact My Life?
Mindset is defined as "a particular way of thinking: a person's attitude or set of opinions about something". One of life's challenges is when you are"changing your mindset". Let me give you an example. What do you see when you look at this cavern picture? A...
Lists Are Your Friend
By Guest Blogger Alyssa Lee, MRC, CRC, LPC Intern Supervised by Dulce Torres, LPC-S Minimize Stress and Maximize Enjoyment The holidays are full of fun, excitement, and (unfortunately) a litany of things to do. For a person with ADHD, preparing for the holidays can be...
Parents: Goal Setting With Your ADHD Teen
By Guest Blogger Elizabeth Carr, LPC, NCC from ResourcED Student Support Services This post speaks to my parents of teenagers with ADHD, who often initiate counseling because they’re at the end of their metaphorical rope trying to help their kiddo get back on track,...
Good News Diagnosis Sometimes Means Bad News for the Relationship
By Guest Author Gina Pera Years ago, when my husband first agreed to be evaluated for ADHD, he did it on one condition: that I will be evaluated for it, too. Whether he simply disliked being singled out or truly thought me ADHD'ish remains lost in the mists of time...
New Challenges Even As Old Ones Are Resolved
When a "Good News" Diagnosis Means "Bad News" for the Relationship By Guest Author: Gina Pera We call ADHD a "good news" diagnosis. That's because it offers not only a long-elusive rational explanation for vexing behavior but also effective treatment strategies. So,...
Executive Functions Make A Difference
By Guest Blogger Paula Donnelly, MEd, LPC Executive function skills refer to the management area of the brain which performs tasks and solves problems. The CEO of the brain. We all have management areas that are stronger. And areas that are less developed....
It Doesn’t Rain Forever & Neither Does Anxiety
Worry is a normal emotion. Children worry about starting school, the dark, or making new friends. Adults worry about speaking in public, on first dates, or being around people. However, when does worry become a problem? As with many disorders, the critical first...
Suddenly a New Perspective In Your Life
Journaling Is A Powerful Tool. The benefits of writing a journal may be unintentional but profound. This ancient tool has been around for centuries and has helped us learn about our history, our families, and ourselves. Journal Writing Ideas Journaling is not just...