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120 Famous ADHDers

ADD / ADHD - December 8 at 3:38 PM

Can you be ADHD and still be successful? You bet you can! Here are 120 famous ADHDers - the artists,...

ADHD and How To Recognize it In Children & Adults

ADD / ADHD - May 19 at 6:05 PM

The main characteristics of ADHD are inattention hyperactivity and impulsivity. Before the age of seven most children display these symptoms...

ADHD and Paralysis of Will

ADD / ADHD - August 22 at 11:13 AM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain talks about Paralysis of Will as it pertains to ADHD. Hey what's up? Barnaby here in this...

[Living With ADHD] ADHD Can Be a GOOD Thing!

ADD / ADHD - November 30 at 2:39 PM

ADHD can make school or work difficult, but ADHDers often turn out to be highly successful despite of and, in...

ADHD Kids: Behavioral Treatment or Drugs?

ADD / ADHD - April 3 at 8:46 AM

In an ideal world parents would immediately answer quot behavioral treatment! quot to that question. In reality that #39 s...

ADHD Shows Differently in Boys and Girls

ADD / ADHD - August 22 at 11:12 AM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain explains that there are some significant differences in how ADHD manifests itself between the sexes. Hey what's...

ADHD Stimulant Drug Treatment May Increase Risk of Drug Abuse

ADD / ADHD - August 14 at 2:01 PM

Parents and pediatricians are sitting up and taking notice a recent study published in the online issue of the journal...

ADHD: The Over Diagnosed Childhood Disease

ADD / ADHD - May 14 at 4:35 PM

With increasing awareness of medication of ADHD many concerned parents doctors and teachers are called for caution when diagnosing a...

Adult ADHD: What are the Side Effects of Medication?

ADD / ADHD - January 24 at 11:02 AM

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is normally associated with children but in fact over 9 million adults in America are affected...

Adult ADHD: What Does Adult ADHD Feel Like?

ADD / ADHD - May 15 at 4:44 PM

Symptoms of adult ADHD can vary greatly from one person to another. Symptoms can also be different than they were...

Being Focused Can Improve Your Life

ADD / ADHD - July 2 at 11:14 PM

For some caffeinated beverages serve as a crutch to make it through a long day 's work. Caffeine is not...

Brain Foods To Help Keep You Focused

ADD / ADHD - May 28 at 9:22 AM

In recent years scientists have discovered an interesting connection between brain function and food intake. Eating specific foods can have...

Can Adults Get ADHD?

ADD / ADHD - July 15 at 3:26 PM

ADHD is usually thought of as a childhood disorder. ADHD affects about 3-5 percent of school children in a class...

Diet and Exercise Can Keep You Focused Throughout the Day

ADD / ADHD - June 13 at 10:45 AM

Most people associate diet and exercise with maintaining a slim body. But the effects of diet and exercise on the...

[Living With ADHD] Doctor Jeff's 6 Favorite Supplements for ADHD

ADD / ADHD - September 27 at 1:14 PM

Though the standard treatment for ADHD remains stimulant medication, some prefer natural alternatives. Here are my recommendations for these people.

Dr. Jeff's ADHD Focus Technique: "Circle in for the Win"

ADD / ADHD - February 29 at 11:48 AM

When you Circle in for the Win, all the things you need to accomplish still get completed, you just do...

Exercise for Kids with ADHD

ADD / ADHD - November 21 at 12:00 AM

As a family doctor, I am often asked about the role of exercise for children with ADHD. He seems more...

Focus & Concentration FAQ's

ADD / ADHD - May 20 at 6:24 PM

Practically at all points in time require focus and concentration. Both are used when playing a video game to reading...

Focus Enhancement Solutions

ADD / ADHD - December 20 at 2:03 PM

Can Carbs Increase Focus? Carbohydrates are an important part of nutrition but people tend to eat more carbs than they...

History Of ADHD

ADD / ADHD - July 25 at 6:33 AM

ADHD was first recognized as a disorder in 1902. A British doctor Dr. Still documented cases of impulsive behavior. He...

How Do ADHD Kids REALLY Do As Adults?

ADD / ADHD - October 19 at 12:36 PM

I recently read an article entitled: Kids with ADHD have dimmer prospects as adults, and I was disappointed at how...

How to Recognize ADHD in Children and Adults

ADD / ADHD - September 9 at 12:59 PM

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD is a neurobehavioral disorder that makes it hard for children and adults to focus and...

[Living With ADHD] How to Talk to Your Child's Teacher About ADHD

ADD / ADHD - January 17 at 11:35 AM

It is amazing the difference a parent/teacher team can make in the life and behavior of a child with ADHD!...

Is ADHD A Life Long Condition?

ADD / ADHD - January 19 at 10:32 AM

When you think of ADHD you probably think of a childhood disorder. Children with ADHD are hyperactive impulsive and unable...

Is ADHD Inherited?

ADD / ADHD - May 9 at 2:32 AM

There is no identifiable cause of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. However researchers have been able to establish a link between...

Is Caffeine Linked to ADHD?

ADD / ADHD - August 22 at 11:03 AM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain discusses the possible linkage between caffeine and ADHD. Hey what's up? Barnaby here, you know when it...

Is my child gifted or does he/she have ADHD?

ADD / ADHD - August 22 at 11:01 AM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain discusses the dichotomy of a child being thought gifted by the parents and having ADHD by the...

Memory & Learning In The Brain: What's The Difference?

ADD / ADHD - July 28 at 9:31 AM

Memory allows us to remember facts and experiences. Memory consists of encoding storing information and retrieval making that information available...

More Boys With ADHD Than Girls: Why Is This?

ADD / ADHD - May 17 at 5:22 AM

ADHD is a mental condition that affects children and adults of both genders. Today ADHD affects 3 to 5 percent...

Myths About ADHD

ADD / ADHD - June 4 at 11:52 AM

ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is not well understood by most people. There are many myths and misunderstandings about...

Pediatricians Diagnosing ADHD: Do They Really Know?

ADD / ADHD - July 16 at 3:44 AM

You have just returned from parent-teacher conferences in a daze after your child #39 s teacher uttered those four capital...

Prevalence Of ADHD & ADD In Children & Adults

ADD / ADHD - May 24 at 7:54 PM

The neuro-behavioral developmental disorders of ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and ADD Attention Deficit Disorder are characterized by several symptoms...

Proper ADHD Diagnosis

ADD / ADHD - August 22 at 10:46 AM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain talks about not jumping to the ADHD diagnosis too quickly without looking at some underlying factors that...

Secondhand Smoke and ADHD - Exposure During Pregnancy May Lead to ADHD in Children

ADD / ADHD - October 15 at 1:33 PM

You know you re not supposed to smoke if you want to achieve optimum health. You know that smoking while...

Six Diet Tips for ADHD

ADD / ADHD - May 27 at 12:05 PM

I can certainly understand how dietary choices may impact our ability to focus as nutrients are essential for a healthy...

Staying Alert and Focused with Herbal Supplements

ADD / ADHD - June 6 at 3:24 PM

What s An Herbal Supplement? A variety of Herbal Supplements are available in market for specific purposes. Herbal Supplements consist...

Staying Focused at Work

ADD / ADHD - May 17 at 8:00 AM

It is important to everyone 's professional careers to be able to focus on their work.

Staying Focused in School

ADD / ADHD - January 7 at 11:36 AM

Why Focus is Necessary Whether you are a student seeking a bachelor s or master s degree PhD or high...

Staying Hydrated May Help You Stay Focused

ADD / ADHD - January 17 at 11:53 AM

It only we had a penny for every time someone told us to drink more water. The doctor teachers the...

Study Links ADHD to the "Western Diet"

ADD / ADHD - February 17 at 1:52 PM

Studies have shown that ADHD individuals are far more likely to have certain nutrient deficiencies. Could this knowledge lead to...

Study: Is ADHD Genetic?

ADD / ADHD - November 4 at 1:00 PM

In the past researchers have primarily concentrated on two possible causes for ADHD genetics and environment. New data from a...

Supercharge Your Concentration Naturally

ADD / ADHD - June 18 at 8:42 AM

There are a number of theories on how to increase the ability to concentrate on a subject or task. This...

Symptoms of Adult ADHD: Adult ADHD Is More Prevalent Than you May Think

ADD / ADHD - July 25 at 3:16 PM

ADHD can be a major problem for adults since it can make everyday tasks seem very difficult. It can be...

Teens with ADHD and Driving Cars

ADD / ADHD - May 7 at 11:38 AM

Most people are aware that functioning in every day life with ADHD is often difficult. But is even driving a...

Treating ADHD Before Medication

ADD / ADHD - August 22 at 10:58 AM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain talks about some of the steps that can be taken to treat ADHD before relying on traditional...

What Are The Symptoms Of ADHD In An Adult?

ADD / ADHD - May 14 at 3:54 PM

Adults with ADHD have different symptoms than children with ADHD. Adult symptoms tend to be more subtle and can have...

Who Can Diagnose ADHD?

ADD / ADHD - August 22 at 10:47 AM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain explains the different levels of diagnosing ADHD and where they can be found. If you're watching this...

Working with Your ADHD Child's School

ADD / ADHD - January 17 at 9:51 AM

If your child is struggling in school, it is important to remember that YOU are your child s most passionate...

"Weird" Anxiety Symptoms

ADD / ADHD - November 3 at 3:46 PM

Dr. Jeff Chamberlain talks about some of the different ways that anxiety can present itself and gives some tips on...