ADDitude MagazineI always look forward to reading this magazine. I think you will, too. See for yourself! |
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The music clip, which is used with permission, is from “Fish Are Orderly” written by Tom Paxton and performed by Fran Friedman.
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Be sure to check out my webpages on Academic and Social Skill Resources and Learning Disabilities for more info that might be useful. |
Learning the Basics
Ned Hallowell and John Ratey, psychiatrists who have ADD themselves, have written a book that provides an overview of ADD in a reader-friendly format. If you only read one book about ADD, I highly recommend Delivered from Distraction. The new book Positively ADD (Catherine Corman and Ned Hallowell) shares success stories about people with ADD. |
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I recently completed ADD in 2005, a 22-week telecourse (participants receive an 800 number and ID code to join by phone each week) taught by Drs. Ned Hallowell and John Ratey. They also offer short courses on a variety of ADD-related topics. Learn more from this link. The experience was life-changing for me. |
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Do you think you might have ADD? The Amen Clinics, which specialize in brain research through brain imagining, provide a free ADD test. You can also take a test to help you learn about your brain systems.
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Are there people in your life who doubt that ADD exists? Hand them a copy of this info sheet from The Attention Center. They may want to hang on to their misconceptions, but at least you will have tried to educate them. |
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Search for research articles and other information in this comprehensive library. |
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This article from ADHD Library.org discusses research on the differences in the ability to sense spans of time by children with and without ADHD. |
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Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD) is the largest organization in the field. Parents, professionals, and adults with ADD benefit from their support and resources, which include Attention! Magazine and conferences for members. |
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This resource center, a service of CHADD, provides articles on ADD news and research. You can complete a registration form and receive weekly “News from CHADD” through e-mail. The What We Know Info Sheets offer an overview of current information on various topics. |
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Medline Plus, a service of the US National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health, provides an excellent list of links to resources and articles on ADHD. |
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If you are a parent of a child or teen with ADD, you will find this website especially beneficial. The purpose of this organization is “keeping parents informed.” |
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The Attention Deficit Disorder Association is the largest organization serving adults with ADD. Along with finding articles or other resources on this website, you can learn where to join or how to start a support group. ADDA also offers national and regional conferences . |
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Time Timers are excellent products for ADDers. The clock face has a red indicator that tells you how much time you have left to work on an assignment, spend on housework, complete a presentation, etc.. You can purchase three different sizes of clocks or a CD that displays the clock face on a PC or Mac. |
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Because of our tendency to hyperfocus at the computer, we can sit for hours without taking a break. Check out some ergonomic software that will help you remember to take care of yourself by stretching, resulting in less likelihood of repetitive strain injuries (RSI). You will also find strategies for improving the ergonomics of your home and work office. |
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Along with info on adult office and computing ergonomics, this website includes a section called Healthy Computing for Kids. This section discusses backpacks and gaming as well as computer usage. |
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I thought you might find some of the brain scan studies of ADHD interesting. Here are a few examples that show how the brains of ADDers and non-ADDers can differ: Images of Attention Deficit Disorder Brain Scans Reveal Physiology of ADHD Brain Scan of ADHD (video link)
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You can purchase ADD books, videos, and training materials at this website. In addition, be sure to check out the following free articles: ADD Warehouse Medication Chart to Treat ADHD ADAPT: Accommodations to Help Students with ADD How to Know if Your Child is Depressed
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You will find helpful articles, webcasts, and current events related to ADHD on this website. In addition, for a yearly fee, you can receive newsletters and check out videos, books, and other materials in their lending library. |
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Are you like me in finding that most planning and organizational software is more confusing than helpful? And what happens when you forget that one-time reminder? Finally, some folks with ADD designed software specifically to meet our needs. One facet of this planner that I especially appreciate is the ability to play with colors. You can even add music to your reminders. Check it out! |
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You know the proverb. “The ADDer and her money are soon parted.” Sigh. Here’s software to help you add some cash to your piggybank. You will also find budget software for kids, teens, and college students. |
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ADHD Support has excellent links on their page on educational rights. Learn about the laws that affect your children’s education and what to do if they are violated. The website also includes links on a variety of topics. |
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Here’s an interesting concept: Provide biofeedback by monitoring brain waves through a helmet as a person watches a video screen, cuing them when their attention wanes. View the website’s flash video to see how this program, which is based on NASA technology, uses video games to improve concentration. |
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Terry Matlen, MSW, ACSW, has created a site with helpful information, forums, and links. She even includes an area for ADDers to post artwork and creative writing. Her “World’s Largest One-Stop ADD Shop” lists interesting items from alarm clocks to alarm clocks to wall-hanging bill reminders—a good place to kick in some hyperfocus, ADDers! |
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Can’t find your keys? For that matter, can’t find your bathroom? The National Organization of Professional Organizers can help you find someone in your area to help you organize your home and office. |
Receipt Woes
I don’t know about you, but I always feel as though I’m drowning in paper. The piles multiply like alien creatures every time I turn my back. Receipts are a particular problem—losing them, neglecting to enter them in a spreadsheet, having them fade as though they were written with invisible ink, etc. You probably know the drill. Recently, I purchased a NeatReceipts Scanalizer™, a portable scanner that enters the info automatically during scanning. Then you can throw the little buggers away! Yippee! |
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We ADDers can benefit from having a person in our life (not a close family member or friend) who serves as a coach—someone in our corner who helps us focus on and reach our goals. This organization trains and certifies ADD coaches and provide a search for coaches in your area. |
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Often the needs of women and girls with ADD are overlooked, probably because women and girls are not as likely to have acting out behaviors. ADDvance, which provides “ADDvice for ADD-Friendly Living” to all individuals with ADD, is also a leader in providing support for women and girls. |
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ADD Coach NANCY SNELL offers free weekly ADDLife conference and coaching teleconferences. You only pay for the cost of your long-distance phone call. Learn more: x |
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This professional organization is another outstanding resource to help you find a coach. You will also find more information about how coaches serve their clients with ADD. |
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Because of his extensive and seminal research in the field, Dr. Russell Barkley has been referred to as the “father of ADHD.” Click his picture to find out more about him and his work.
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Dr. Yvonne Pennington has developed a workbook that parents and teachers can use with children who have ADD to enhance their organizational and behavioral skills You can download the workbook for a reasonable cost. Look for more downloadable books and materials soon. |
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Books, videos, and other ADD materials on the following topics: ADD Brain/Subtypes Overview Gender Issues Adults with ADD Parents Teachers Teens Kids
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Bonnie Mincu lists valuable resources for ADD. Be sure to check out the “Time Sense Exercise” under Useful Products. Also, look for audio recordings and notes from her coaching classes. |
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I’ve been a fan of Bob Seay’s website for years. The Story of D is especially poignant. |
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Find innumerable resources for ADDers. |
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The King ofFunny Noises Makes Good
In elementary school, Dav Pilkey, who has ADHD, stapled paper to make his comic books about “The Amazing Captain Underpants.” Everybody in class thought they were funny except for one person, Dav says, “I remember one teacher who used to rip up my books and tell me I couldn’t spend the rest of my life making silly little books. Fortunately, I wasn’t a good listener.” Click the picture to see what Dav’s doing with his life today.
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