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16 Feb 2018

ADHD and Concussion

by Tom Masters | posted in: Adults, For Coaches, For Parents, For Students, For Teachers, Mental Health | 0

When it comes to the association of having ADHD and being at higher risk for concussion, researchers have begun to confirm what clinicians have long suspected. Due to various factors such as impulsivity, inattention, impairment in motor function, or differences in coordination, individuals with ADHD could be more likely to sustain a head injury. Their symptoms might also be more severe and persist for longer periods of time. Taking measures to reduce the symptoms of ADHD is one way to lower the risk of concussion for individuals with the condition.

2 Feb 2018

Seeing the Signs of Co-occurring ADHD and Bipolar Disorder

by Tom Masters | posted in: Adults, For Parents, For Students, Mental Health | 0

Approximately 10 million people in the United States have Bipolar Disorder. Research studies show that about 70 percent of people with the condition also have ADHD, and that 20 percent of people with ADHD will develop Bipolar Disorder. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential, and recognizing the symptoms of a co-occurring ADHD and Bipolar Disorder is the first step.

22 Sep 2017

Could Childhood ADHD Be a Sleep Disorder?

by Tom Masters | posted in: Executive Functioning Skills, For Parents, For Students, For Teachers, Mental Health | 2

Over the past several decades, educators, policymakers and scientists have referred to ADHD, as a national crisis and have spent billions of dollars looking into its cause. They’ve looked at genetics, brain development, exposure to toxic substances like lead, the push for early academics, and many other factors. But new studies have a number of researchers asking whether the behavior and attention issues ascribed to ADHD are due to the fact that many kids today simply don’t get the sleep they need.

15 Sep 2017

ADHD – The Gender Difference

by Tom Masters | posted in: Adults, For Parents, For Students, Mental Health, Uncategorized | 1

As researchers discover more about ADHD, we are beginning to see that the disorder presents differently in boys and girls, and later, in adult men and women. Understanding these gender differences could help the medical community make earlier diagnoses of ADHD for girls and perhaps help forestall issues related to untreated ADHD later in life.

12 Aug 2017

Video Games and ADHD – Entertaining Distraction or Potential Addiction?

by Tom Masters | posted in: For Parents, For Students, How To's and Tips, Mental Health | 0

While there is no evidence to support the idea that video games cause ADHD, there are concerns that extensive video game play can exacerbate the symptoms of ADHD. Once you understand the special attraction of video games for kids with ADHD, there are steps you can take to prevent this entertaining distraction from becoming a potentially harmful addiction for your child.

15 Jul 2017

Coaching to Help Student Veterans Make the Transition to College

by Tom Masters | posted in: Adults, Executive Functioning Skills, Mental Health, Veterans | 0

Returning veterans who are attending college face many challenges and stresses that most students do not. Evidence is beginning to mount that the level of transition support for student veterans can make a big difference in whether or not they graduate. But many colleges and universities are not prepared to help student veterans with learning challenges brought on by PTSD and other factors. Research indicates that executive function coaching may provide the solution.

13 May 2017

Calming the ADHD Mind with Mindfulness Meditation

by Tom Masters | posted in: Adults, For Parents, For Students, How To's and Tips, Mental Health | 0

Recent research studies have begun to show the usefulness of mindfulness meditation in treating the symptoms of ADHD, especially in adults. A daily practice of mindfulness meditation can help with attention, reduce stress, improve mood and enhance aspects of executive functioning, and may contribute to better emotion regulation.

31 Mar 2017

Getting Better Sleep with ADHD

by Tom Masters | posted in: ADHD from A to Z, For Parents, For Students, For Teachers, How To's and Tips, Mental Health | 1

Recent research has linked ADHD to a variety of sleep problems in children. There are a number of simple steps you can take to help your ADHD child create better sleep patterns. By working with your child and your child’s physician, you can create a sound sleep environment to help your child get the sleep they need to succeed with ADHD.

29 Jan 2017

Do You Know Your ACE Score?

by Tom Masters | posted in: Executive Functioning Skills, For Parents, For Students, For Teachers, How To's and Tips, Mental Health | 1

Impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences An adverse childhood experience (ACE) describes a stressful or traumatic experience in a person’s life occurring before the age of 18 that the person remembers as an adult. They can include abuse, neglect and a … Read More

19 Dec 2016

How Toxic Stress Derails the Developing Brain

by Tom Masters | posted in: Executive Functioning Skills, For Parents, For Students, For Teachers, Mental Health, Resources | 2

Scientists are discovering the physiologic connections between adversity, stress and academic performance. Children living in poverty are particularly at risk. They often endure toxic stress from adverse experiences, such as exposure to violence, abuse, neglect, loss of a loved one … Read More