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Fidgeting to Focus

Fidgeting can boosts focus and attention in ADHD brains. Discover why and the popular fidget tools that help keep you engaged.

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When Attention Wanders, Fidget Toys to the Rescue

Kids (and adults) with ADHD often need something to help them feel settled so they can sustain their attention and focus. So-called fidget toys are a way to accomplish this. These are gadgets that activate different sensory areas without being too disruptive to others. Fidget toys come in many types.

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Can you DO more to manage ADHD?

There’s been so much attention the past few  days about whether Ritalin is effective for treating ADHD, you may have missed the news that … Read More

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Fidgeting helps ADHD people stay focused

  Ever tried to do two or more things at once?  Like doing homework and listening to your music?  Or listening to a talk … Read More

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New ADHD College Survival Guide

College is a critical time for students with ADHD. Finding new strategies that work with ADHD is the key to success. We are pleased … Read More

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Brain rules for ADHD

Last week we wrote a post about executive function and ADHD inspired by John Medina’s book Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving … Read More

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ADHD Sucks!

I’ve got it all, all right.  Impulsiveness. Fidgeting. Procrastination. Lateness. Can’t sit still. I even have an ADHD coach! I can sugar coat it … Read More

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ADHD from A to Z

Over the years we’ve written a lot of great posts about ADHD. We thought you might find it helpful to get a quick index to all of the topical posts. When you scan down the list it seems like there are few topics regarding high school and college students with ADHD that we haven’t covered!

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