Here are some of the latest bits of news from the Internet to help you better manage your AD/HD:
1) Of interest to teens & young adults
“Self-Control” – Limit distractions by blocking websites while using the computer with this (Mac) app: http://selfcontrolapp.com/
Research demonstrates validity of music as a tool for focusing: http://news.fiu.edu/2012/11/music-can-improve-concentration-in-some-children-with-adhd/47418 …
Shire Pharmaceuticals has a website rating lots of handy apps for people with AD/HD. (Disclaimer: I am sharing this info but not promoting Shire or any other company.)
2) Of interest to adults with AD/HD
Kathleen Nadeau on E-mail Overload: 10 Simple Solutions for ADHD Adults:
http://www.additudemag.com/adhd/article/6077.html
12 Unconventional Habits of Highly Productive People:
Shire Pharmaceuticals has a website rating lots of handy apps for people with AD/HD (Disclaimer: I am sharing this info but not promoting Shire or any other company.):
3) Of interest to parents:
Reuters: A Little Exercise may Help Kids with AD/HD Focus:
Rick Nauert, PhD: Research on Treating AD/HD in Children and Teens: http://psychcentral.com/news/2012/10/29/adhd-studies-target-underlying-conditions-parent-and-teacher-input/46812.html …
Dr. Karl Miller: The Most Essential Factor in Parenting Students with ADD and AD/HD?
Parental Awareness Decreases Behavior Problems for Teens With AD/HD: http://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/positive-parenting-adhd-teens-1030122 …
Sandra Rief, M.A. on Organization Tips for Kids with AD/HD:
Dr. Patricia Quinn on Research about Moms and AD/HD:
Ever considered working with an AD/HD coach?
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