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ADHD Key Points — ADHD Tip O the Day 1000

Posted on March 31, 2022 by doug with ADHD

Just a few of the key ADHD points. There are so many, so many ways to make our lives better, so that we are managing our ADHD and it’s not in control.Sadly, this is my last post. I want to … Continue reading →

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Decrease the Pressure – ADHD Tip O the Day 999

Posted on March 26, 2022 by doug with ADHD

With my ADHD, I tend to feel pressured all the time. I don’t like that. I work to avoid that feeling. 1. Limit your to-do list to five items. 2. Cut everything into small steps. 3. Spread your tasks out. … Continue reading →

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More ADHD Research and Etc.— ADHD Tip O the Day 998

Posted on March 21, 2022 by doug with ADHD

On ADHD and relationships, medications, comorbidity, statistics, and etc.: My wife said I should post about the most recent disaster, but no, I’m not going to describe the incident where I merely sat down on the sofa next to the … Continue reading →

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Combinations and ADHD Symptoms — ADHD Tip O the Day 997

Posted on March 11, 2022 by doug with ADHD

I’ve been “putting off” doing this post for years now because it’s confusing to me. But it’s time, now or never. Ever wonder why we ADHDers look so much alike?-Procrastination, distraction, impulsive, etc, but also we can look so different. … Continue reading →

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Taking It Easy? — ADHD Tip O the Day 996

Posted on February 23, 2022 by doug with ADHD

An ADHD Strategy: When you need to get something done but can’t dig up the energy, see if you can find an easy way out. Here’s a bunch of quotes for today. “Your first step is just that: the first … Continue reading →

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Pain and ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 995

Posted on February 14, 2022 by doug with ADHD

We ADHDers tend to be hypersensitive. For example, to certain noises, to feelings of rejection, etc. So it makes sense that we might be hypersensitive to pain. I just wasn’t aware of this before. But I have had struggles with … Continue reading →

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Marriage/relationships and ADHD follow up — ADHD Tip O the Day 994

Posted on February 3, 2022 by doug with ADHD

Relationships are very complicated, especially if someone has ADHD I love pens. I have a lot of pens. My wife says I hoard pens. She says I should go through all of my pens and throw away the ones that … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolutions — ADHD Tip O the Day 993

Posted on January 19, 2022 by doug with ADHD

Belated Happy New Year to each of you (happy in spite of our ADHD). I don’t like making resolutions; they just set me up for disappointment and shame. But this year I made some: Lose weight (right, sure) and this … Continue reading →

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An Important ADHD Strategy — ADHD Tip O the Day 992

Posted on January 8, 2022 by doug with ADHD

Small steps explained ( I don’t think the recent review was adequate) We have A Project to do. We feel overwhelmed, not up to it, defeated before we start, and we procrastinate. The strategy is Small Steps. Break the … Continue reading →

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Three Most Important ADHD Principles —ADHD Tip O the Day 991

Posted on January 1, 2022 by doug with ADHD

New Year: time for a brief review Three most important ADHD Principles: Identify a Problem, devise a strategy, make it a habit. 2. Small steps. 3. Do it now, do it right, do the hard part first. (After … Continue reading →

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Constructive Arguing— ADHD Tip O Day 990

Posted on December 27, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Constructive Arguing: Arguments are a normal and unavoidable part of almost all marriages (intimate relationships). The trick is to make them productive instead of destructive, and to have them not too often nor too intensively, and to get over them … Continue reading →

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Marriage- Part Three — ADHD Tip O the Day 988

Posted on December 11, 2021 by doug with ADHD

With ADHD , everything is much harder, especially relationships. We disappoint, forget, let down. We get preoccupied, don’t finish, don’t get started. We blurt out, do and say socially inappropriate things. We run into things, knock things over, drop things. … Continue reading →

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Adult ADHD Revisited — ADHD Tip O the Day 987

Posted on December 1, 2021 by doug with ADHD

A break from the relationship posts, but more to come. The Am. Psychiatric Assoc. is revising the DSM V, including the criteria for diagnosing ADHD. Many changes are recommended. The current criteria were written for children and tweaked to apply … Continue reading →

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Marriage/Relationships? Part Two— ADHD Tip O the Day 986

Posted on November 13, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Marriage part two Throughout this series, I use “marriage” “to stand for “marriage and/or relationships.” I understand that marriage is becoming increasingly rare. ADHD and marriage: Marriage is hard. With ADHD it’s much harder, especially for the non ADHD partner. … Continue reading →

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Marriage and Other Strange Relationships, Part 1 — ADHD Tip O the Day 985

Posted on November 3, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Relationships are so complicated, even without ADHD, that this will take two or more posts. And with ADHD – Whew!! We marry with expectations of what our marriage will be like. Generally, we expect our marriage to either be like … Continue reading →

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How to Be Happy — ADHD Tip O the Day 983

Posted on October 29, 2021 by doug with ADHD

It can be hard to be happy, especially these days, and harder with ADHD. But- Affirmations: Every morning, state, “I choose to be happy today.” Learn to cope with your ADHD. Minimize contact with toxic people. Help someone else. Get … Continue reading →

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Many ADHD Links, Many Choices — ADHD Tip O the 981

Posted on October 12, 2021 by doug with ADHD

We ADHD ers have difficulty making choices. I’ve collected too many links, so I’m going to dump them now. You pick and choose. It’s up to you now. Doug Links: Outgrow ADHD? Ages and stages of ADHD … Continue reading →

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Non Stimulant ADHD Meds — ADHD Tip O the Day 980

Posted on October 6, 2021 by doug with ADHD

While stimulants are the first choice of medication used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), there are many non-stimulant medications that may be used. Statistically, stimulants are more effective, 85 % of ADHD ers. Straterra (atomoxetine), has the best response rate of the … Continue reading →

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“New” ADHD Science — ADHD Tip O the Day 979

Posted on September 28, 2021 by doug with ADHD

ADHD research continues. That’s good. There’s actually not much that’s very new, but: The new DSM V Tr is due out March 2022. I’ll try to find out what it will change about ADHD diagnosis, but that’s probably not available … Continue reading →

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What to do about my forgetfulness and absentmindfullness? — ADHD Tip O the Day 975

Posted on September 13, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Answering this question about ADHD: This is an example of accepting that you can’t change something, but you can make strategies to help you cope with it. (But medication might help somewhat.) 1. Write everything down on a card, folded … Continue reading →

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Frustrated and Overwhelmed — ADHD Tip O the Day 974

Posted on September 6, 2021 by doug with ADHD

A couple of weeks ago, I just gave up, just for the week. I didn’t post, and lots of other things I let go. Some weeks are like that with ADHD, although fortunately, it’s usually just a day, not a … Continue reading →

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Procrastinating or Pushing Ahead? — ADHD Tip O the Day 971

Posted on September 2, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Overwhelmed is common with ADHD but strategies can help. The same is true for procrastination. I took on the task of clearing the trash in our stretch of the Santa Fe “river“ (even calling it a creek is an exaggeration … Continue reading →

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Truths About ADHD Medications — ADHD Tip O the Day 970

Posted on August 16, 2021 by doug with ADHD

There are many misconceptions about ADHD medications. The two classes of ADHD meds are the stimulants and the others. The following truths primarily apply to the stimulants: methylphenidate – Ritalin, et al, and amphetamine – Adderall, et al. 70% of … Continue reading →

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ADHD and ODD, REVISED— ADHD Tip O the Day 969.1

Posted on August 9, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Morwen made an excellent comment on my original ODD post which leads me to revise the post and also add new links: Hello Doug, I feel as though the information you presented above lacks critical engagement with diagnosis or disorder. … Continue reading →

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The Giant ADHD Flywheel and More — ADHD Tip O the Day 968

Posted on August 2, 2021 by doug with ADHD

With my ADHD, I’m driven. The pressure is constant. Here is a viewpoint from Creatieve. I love your comments. Creatieve Creaties says: July 19, 2021 at 11:42 pm I definitely recognise myself in the “not being able to keep the house … Continue reading →

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Women and ADHD part two — ADHD Tip O the Day 966

Posted on July 19, 2021 by doug with ADHD

In reply to Denise Dion’s comment:. denise – the ADHD symptoms of the inattentive type, which most ADHD women have, are the same as in men but without the hyperactivity, distractability, procrastinating, for sure. And probably without the impulsivity, blurting out, … Continue reading →

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ADHD Handwriting — ADHD Tip O the Day 965

Posted on July 13, 2021 by doug with ADHD

It’s called dysgraphia, another ADHD comorbidity. This might be related to dyscoordination (basal ganglia, cerebellum), being in a hurry, and trying to get a flood of ideas down on paper before we lose them. My handwriting caused me lots of … Continue reading →

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Coping with ADHD Stress — ADHD Tip O the Day 961

Posted on June 14, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Living with ADHD is stressful. (So is living with someone with ADHD.) Meditation, breaks, getting outdoors, exercise, are all helpful. Some of my favorite tools for stress or anxiety are breathing tools. Here’s my latest favorite. Think what you want … Continue reading →

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ADHD and Time – ADHD Tip O the Day 959

Posted on May 31, 2021 by doug with ADHD

If you have ADHD, time is a booger. We underestimate how long a task will take. It always takes longer. And if its fixing or maintenance, it’ll take at least two trips to the hardware store. Strategy: Estimate the time … Continue reading →

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FAQ about ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 958

Posted on May 26, 2021 by doug with ADHD

I get many AHD questions from various web sites. Here are some answers (ie my opinions) with links. What can cure ADHD? – Only God. Does ADHD get worse with aging? – No, age just adds more problems. Am I … Continue reading →

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Some Links For ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 956

Posted on May 17, 2021 by doug with ADHD

These are some good ADHD links for you and that’s about it for today. I’m taking a break. And I plan to do the next post on breaks (“I plan–“). Enjoy. doug Links: ADHD Brain Differences ADHD Brain (download) Shame … Continue reading →

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Keep It Short — ADHD Tip O the Day 955

Posted on May 10, 2021 by doug with ADHD

My astute wife said the last ADHD post was too long. So this one will be short. Strategy O the Day: Listen to your wife. doug Links: ADHD and Relationships ADHD and Relationships more Webinars Quotes O the Day: “The … Continue reading →

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Assumptions, Premises, and Illusions — ADHD Tip O the Day 954

Posted on May 4, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Now for something different This will be a philosophical discussion today, not limited to ADHD. (Had you assumed there would be a Poem O the Day? Sorry to disappoint you. I hope you’re not heart broken. ) General Strategy O … Continue reading →

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Parenting — ADHD Tip O the Day 950

Posted on April 5, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Being a parent is not easy. Parenting generally is difficult and stressful, but it can also be extremely pleasant and rewarding. As they say, they grow up very fast. Look for every opportunity to spend quality time with your children … Continue reading →

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I’m Very Doubtful — ADHD Tip O the Day 949

Posted on March 29, 2021 by doug with ADHD

Technically, adult onset ADHD isn’t possible, because it’s a neuro developmental disorder, meaning we’re born with it (or at least something interferes with the development of the nervous system early in life). The DSM requires symptoms to be present before … Continue reading →

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ADHD Medications — ADHD Tips O the Day 948

Posted on March 22, 2021 by doug with ADHD

This article is so good I’m offering it as the ADHD Tip O the Day ADHD Medications Hope you’ll read and enjoy it. doug Poem O the Day: The Mail Back in the day, when I was working, in … Continue reading →

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ADHD Excuses — ADHD Tip O the Day 947

Posted on March 15, 2021 by doug with ADHD

We ADHDers are hard to live with. We cause a lot of frustration. A comment from T: “I would love for you to address the issue with people with ADHD trying to justify behavior that is driven by the ADHD … Continue reading →

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I’m Also Doubtful About — ADHD Tip O the Day 946

Posted on March 8, 2021 by doug with ADHD

John Rosemond — writes syndicated newspaper columns and books on parenting. His style is about using the power differential to control children and seems out of the 40’s and maybe a little sadistic at times. He recently had a column … Continue reading →

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Five Most Important ADHD Tips — ADHD Tip O the Day 941

Posted on February 1, 2021 by doug with ADHD

With ADHD we’re not good at prioritizing or making choices or keeping list short, but here’s some of the most important tips/tools/strategies to help you make your life better: 1. Small steps – Don’t try to write the essay, try … Continue reading →

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Failing with ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 940.1

Posted on January 25, 2021 by doug with ADHD

“I am a failure.” What a terrible thing to say about yourself. I often read posts from mothers who say they’re failing, that they must be a bad mother. Often that means they can’t get their child to do what … Continue reading →

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Venting — ADHD Tip O the Day 938

Posted on January 12, 2021 by doug with ADHD

It’s good for us to vent and get things off our chest occasionally. This works best of course if we have an audience. Thank you for being my audience today. 2. Word has decided to revolt and take control. It … Continue reading →

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Simplistic Oversimplified Simple Version of the Whole Dadgum Thing — ADHD Tip O the Day 937.5

Posted on January 4, 2021 by doug with ADHD

We’ve been reviewing the science of ADHD, so to start the New Year (it’s gotta be better), here’s a summary of the neurobiology (as I understand it). (If this is old stuff to you, please just scroll down to … Continue reading →

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Update on ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 936.1

Posted on December 29, 2020 by doug with ADHD

A good way to start the new year will be to update your knowledge of ADHD. A key strategy for managing our lives with ADHD is to educate ourselves. We can each become an ADHD expert and without too much … Continue reading →

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Update on ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 936

Posted on December 28, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Overindulge? With ADHD? — ADHD Tip O the Day 935

Posted on December 21, 2020 by doug with ADHD

With ADHD, we are at risk. I hope you don’t overindulge over the holidays. All you need to do is use your willpower, self-control, and judgment. Assuming you have some. Not all of us do. My wife makes wonderful cookies. … Continue reading →

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An ADHD Christmas, et al — ADHD Tip O the Day 934

Posted on December 15, 2020 by doug with ADHD

‘Tis the season to be jollyFa La La La La etc. etc. Bah! Humbug. Even with ADHD? The holiday season is very stressful for many if not most people (family? shopping?), but more so for us. We’re supposed to be … Continue reading →

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An ADHD Christmas, et al — ADHD Tip O the Day 934.1

Posted on December 15, 2020 by doug with ADHD

“Science Says —” ADHD Tip O the Day 933.1

Posted on December 7, 2020 by doug with ADHD

“Science says–.” What does that even mean? That means that there have been more than one or two studies supporting this hypothesis and the original findings have been replicated by other scientists in other places. The studies have been reviewed … Continue reading →

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ADHD Clumsiness — ADHD Tip O the Day 931

Posted on November 24, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Are you clumsy? I am. We have ADHD. Did you know that clumsy is a part of ADHD, even if it’s not in the criteria for diagnosis? It’s not a criteria because the criteria are chosen to distinguish a diagnosis … Continue reading →

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ADHD Brain Net Works — ADHD Tip O the Day 930

Posted on November 17, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Our ADHD Brains Are Different Networks connect Regions which function using Neurotransmitters. Because we ADHDer have problems in the neworks, downstream our regions are deficient in the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine. The stimulant medications work to correct and normalize this. … Continue reading →

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ADHD Hypersensitivity — ADHD Tip O the Day 929

Posted on November 10, 2020 by doug with ADHD

The post on rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) lead to the post on emotional hypersensitivity but we ADHDers are hypersensitive to many things, not just emotions. I’m hypersensitive to noise in general, and certain noises in particular. Certain smells. Even my … Continue reading →

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ADHD and Science part one— ADHD Tip O the Day 926

Posted on October 19, 2020 by doug with ADHD

There’s a big anti-science movement today, with some people being born knowing all there is to know and not having to study or learn like the rest of us. I’m still a fan of science, as opposed to ignorance, conspiracy … Continue reading →

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More on ADHD Emotions — ADHD Tip O the Day 925

Posted on October 13, 2020 by doug with ADHD

With ADHD, we have so many frustrations, disappointments, failures, and negative interactions that it’s no wonder we have a lot of episodes of feeling down. And then there’s RSD too. But there are strategies for dealing with feeling down. Rachel … Continue reading →

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ADHD Emotions Part 3— ADHD Tip O the Day 923

Posted on September 29, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria as a part of ADHD Do I have RSD? I don’t know. I reread the article, it says usually the crashes just last for hours, mine last a day or two. Still, I’m certainly overly sensitive and … Continue reading →

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ADHD Emotions, Part Two — ADHD Tip O the Day 922

Posted on September 22, 2020 by doug with ADHD

“Rejection sensitive dysphoria is not a formal diagnosis, but rather one of the most common and disruptive manifestations of emotional dysregulation — a common but under-researched and oft-misunderstood symptom of ADHD, particularly in adults.” I read this article and dismissed … Continue reading →

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ADHD and Emotions — ADHD Tip O the Day 921

Posted on September 15, 2020 by doug with ADHD

There is some interesting new research on emotions in ADHD. I plan to do a series on the topic, interspersed with other subjects. Spoiler Alert: It’s possible this will a little disorganized. You think? Definitions:(excerpts from … Continue reading →

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James Clear on Habits – ADHD Tip O the Day 920

Posted on September 9, 2020 by doug with ADHD

James Clear’s excellent book, Atomic Habits, covers the same material I’ve been writing about for years; how you can make good habits and get rid of bad ones. However, since his focus is solely on habits and mine just includes … Continue reading →

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Why Use Strategies and Habits for ADHD? — ADHD Tip O the Day 919

Posted on September 3, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Insights on living with ADHD: I finished another retreat and again gained some insights, some of which I’ll share with you. The purpose of the ADHD strategies and the habits is to make your life easier, to decrease pressure and … Continue reading →

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Marijuana and ADHD? — ADHD Tip O the Day 918

Posted on August 23, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Does Marijauna help with ADHD? I recently answered this question about marijuana (weed, pot) on another website. My answer stimulated a lot of controversy. My answer began, “I don’t recommend marijuana. “ Apparently some people took this as my being … Continue reading →

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ADHD and Changing — Tip O the Day 916

Posted on August 18, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Puryear’s Principles of Human Behavior #1 After we struggle and struggle with a problem and finally find some effective way to cope with it, the next thing we do is stop doing it. Maybe one of the reasons is that … Continue reading →

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Misdiagnosed ADHD? — ADHD Tip O the Day 914

Posted on August 5, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Misdiagnosed ADHD? A friend asked if his bipolar diagnosis could actually be misdiagnosed ADHD. ADHD has many comorbidities, other problems that frequently occur with it. Bipolar (used to be manic depressive) is a major one. In US adults, 1 to … Continue reading →

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ADHD Changes — ADHD Tip O the Day 913

Posted on July 28, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Puryear’s Principles of Human Nature – Number One: “If we struggle and struggle with a problem, and we finally find a solution that works, the next thing we do is to stop using it.” One of my favorite strategies is … Continue reading →

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Dystechnologia and ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 912

Posted on July 21, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Dystechnologia is not an official part of ADHD. But I sure have it, and I think it’s one of the frequently occurring comorbidities. Could result from our symptoms, lack of focus, etc., or could be related to the same brain … Continue reading →

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Letting Things Slide — ADHD Tip O the Day 911

Posted on July 18, 2020 by doug with ADHD

It’s a long ADHD story, sad but true, and instructional. I publish my books on KDP, a subsidiary of Amazon. Their authors’ page lists all the books and their status. I looked at it several times, but not carefully. It … Continue reading →

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ADHD Time — ADHD Tip O the Day 910

Posted on July 9, 2020 by doug with ADHD

How I spend my time; a typical 24 hours: Screwing around on the computer. 2.5 hours Sleeping? … Continue reading →

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Does ADHD Medication Help With —? — ADHD Tip O the Day 909

Posted on July 1, 2020 by doug with ADHD

ADHD Medication Helps with Focus, Motivation, Inertia The medication can be a miracle for some, but it doesn’t seem to help with: irritability losing things memory patience time management sleep Too bad; sorry. But what it does help with … Continue reading →

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The Brake and the Accelerator — ADHD Tip O the Day 908

Posted on June 23, 2020 by doug with ADHD

A Little ADHD Science: We have one amygdala deep in each side of the brain, a small group of nerve cells very involved with emotions. The frontal lobe is a whole section of the brain, guess where? Basically, the amygdala … Continue reading →

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Clumsy with ADHD? — ADHD Tip O the Day 907

Posted on June 16, 2020 by doug with ADHD

If ADHD is related to abnormalities of the basal ganglia and the cerebellum, and the circuits connecting them, then what would you expect? Clumsy. I pull a cereal bowl off the third shelf and on the way down manage to … Continue reading →

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The ADHD Brain — ADHD Tip O the Day 906

Posted on June 9, 2020 by doug with ADHD

An Excellent Article from Dr. Nigg on the ADHD Brain (link is below) The new focus is on networks, not just the neurotransmitters on which they work. The networks link different discrete areas of the brain. I suspect there may … Continue reading →

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ADHD Medication — Tip O the Day 905

Posted on June 3, 2020 by doug with ADHD

The Question Was, “What should I expect when I start ADHD medication?” Between two hours and two days you should notice more focus and more motivation and more follow through. You probably won’t get any side effects, but if you … Continue reading →

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Report on My Retreat —ADHD Tip O the Day 904

Posted on May 26, 2020 by doug with ADHD

I finished my five day spiritual retreat, a success. I got off track some on day five, next time I’ll do four days. It wasn’t as difficult as I’d expected. I had a little struggle about how to use my … Continue reading →

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Living with ADHD and Corona Virus — ADHD Tip O the Day 903

Posted on May 12, 2020 by doug with ADHD

ADHD and Corona Virus, wouldn’t either one be enough? I hope you are safe and well and finding some way to make use of this strange time. Although we’re all waiting for things to return to normal, I fear that … Continue reading →

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ADHD and Attitude Adjustment — ADHD Tip O the Day 743

Posted on September 24, 2016 by doug with ADHD

ADHD – Frustrated, Irritable, and Discouraged I get easily frustrated, often over little things, and I’m irritable, which is a symptom of ADHD, and sometimes I get discouraged, tho not often. But I have a strategy. The Strategy I’ve developed … Continue reading →

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Is Your ADHD Brain Mature?— ADD Tip O the Day 739

Posted on September 9, 2016 by doug with ADHD

Delayed maturation, or erroneous maturation as basis for ADHD? Like everyone else, I have my fixed ideas and opinions, and like most of us ADHDers, I have definite opinions about ADHD. Some researchers suggest that ADHD is a delayed maturation … Continue reading →

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Yes, You read it. But how much do you remember? — ADD Tip O the Day 695

Posted on February 21, 2016 by doug with ADHD

How to read effectively I am blessed with the ability to read fast. I’ve read a lot of books, and I can get through most books quickly. But like most gifts, there’s a downside. It’s a blessing if I’m reading … Continue reading →

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Amphetamines ??? — ADD Tip O the Day 659

Posted on November 17, 2015 by doug with ADHD

Adderall is crystal meth! This is not accurate, but it does make a sensational headline. It’s from a recent post on the net. Adderall and meth are not the same, but they’re pretty similar. And so–???? If it helps you and … Continue reading →

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Committing With ADD ADHD — ADD Tip O the Day 604

Posted on April 16, 2015 by doug with ADHD

To Commit No, I don’t mean to get someone locked up, unless its myself. I do try to lock myself into things, where I can’t not do them. If I walked to the end of the scary high dive, I … Continue reading →

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ADD and ADHD Blog — THIS IS IT ! ADD Tip o the Day 500

Posted on May 20, 2014 by doug with ADHD

The best Tip o the Day so far: For most of us, our to do list is infinitely long and keeps growing, But – we need to work from a to do list that has five things maximum on it. … Continue reading →

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Living with ADD from Dr. Robin Binnig — ADD Tip o the Day 498

Posted on May 14, 2014 by doug with ADHD

This is from Robin, who is a psychologist,an ADHD expert, and an ADDer. She tells it like it is. And offers some of her tips. Robin: “Isn’t it something how we can miss ADHD for so long in someone? I … Continue reading →

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Do It Now — ADD Tip o the Day 496

Posted on May 6, 2014 by doug with ADHD

This is a follow up on the “ADD ADHD and living 12 hours ahead” post. If I can do it now, I won’t need to do it then. There are a lot of strategies related to this: 1. It is … Continue reading →

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Living with ADD ADHD 12 Hours Ahead — ADD Tip o the Day 493

Posted on April 26, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Living with ADD ADHD My wife said, “Doug, you’re always living twelve hours ahead!” I don’t think she meant it as a compliment. But she’s right, I do. Packing for a trip If I’m going on a trip, I … Continue reading →

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I have ADD ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 491

Posted on April 21, 2014 by doug with ADHD

I have ADD ADHD, my attention span is short, I’m not good at passive, I’m impatient, so I don’t: -read long posts -watch u tubes -listen to comcasts -participate in webinars -always document my sources when I post -always check … Continue reading →

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Labeling? Do you want to be labeled? — ADD Tip o the Day 490

Posted on April 19, 2014 by doug with ADHD

New Controversy More recent controversy about ADD ADHD – about the harm of “labeling”. Is there a difference between a label and a diagnosis? Boy, when I got a label I grabbed it and held on – “Oh, I have … Continue reading →

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ADD ADHD Improvement!!

Posted on April 17, 2014 by doug with ADHD

More good stuff from Jerry Bair: 10 Ways ADHD Adults Can Improve Themselves In Just 10 Minutes A Day Like many adult ADHDers, there are a million things I want to do or improve in my life. Eat … Continue reading →

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Beliefs, Where Do They Come From? — ADD Tip o the Day 487

Posted on April 9, 2014 by doug with ADHD

According to research, we all do this, ADD ADHD or not: Most of our beliefs come from our emotional responses; we then dig up data to support them. If we come across information that refutes or doesn’t support our belief, … Continue reading →

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Errors About ADD ADHD? — ADD Tip o the Day 486

Posted on April 7, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Re recent outburst of sensationalized articles against the diagnosis and the treatment of ADD ADHD: “Kids are being given medicines to control their behavior.” No, kids are given medicines so that they can control their behavior – not get in … Continue reading →

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The Non-strategy ADD ADHD Strategy — ADD Tip o the Day 485

Posted on April 5, 2014 by doug with ADHD

We need strategies to deal with our ADD ADHD problems, but what if it doesn’t have to be a problem in the first place? Sometimes it’s our attitude or our assumptions that make something into a problem. Tom has a … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Overwhelmed — ADD Tip o the Day 484

Posted on April 2, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Structure: Routine,Schedule With my ADD ADHD I need structure, which comes from routine and schedule. Some people don’t like routine and schedule; it makes them feel confined and they prefer free wheeling and spontaneous. For me, that is not freedom, … Continue reading →

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“Organizing Clutter” —- ADD Tip o the Day 480

Posted on March 22, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Thought that was an interesting title, assume it means moving the clutter around into different piles? With our ADD ADHD we are indeed prone to clutter, and can’t find stuff, and don’t function as well in disorder and mess. It’s … Continue reading →

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Overwhelmed!! Living with ADD or ADHD – ADD Tip o the Day 477

Posted on March 13, 2014 by doug with ADHD

I’m pretty good at seeing other people’s ADD ADHD problems and offering good advice; it’s very hard for us to see ourselves. Finally got the message I finally read the signals: 1. Rerun of old dream about college – haven’t … Continue reading →

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Homey WOW! congratulations

Posted on March 11, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Homey i just saw your fix up project – i can’t do that kind of stuff, I ‘m handyman challenged as well as technologically challenged. I’m impressed with all you are doing – a lot!! anything i try involves at … Continue reading →

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Procrastination, Thy Name Is ADD ADHD — Tip o the Day 475

Posted on March 7, 2014 by doug with ADHD

So here I sit, piddling around, looking at e mails, wasting time, avoiding writing the next blog post, which is on procrastination- in other words, procrastinating- when this procrastination post pops up in my e mail. Coincidence?? You decide. So … Continue reading →

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“Everybody has a little ADHD.” — ADD Tip o the Day 474

Posted on March 3, 2014 by doug with ADHD

“Everybody has a little ADHD.” Have you heard that before? Yes, but some of us have a whole lot of it and almost all the time. That’s different. The quote above is from an article that actually has some good … Continue reading →

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Music – Studying, or for any Task Needing Concentration —- ADD Tip o the Day 473

Posted on February 28, 2014 by doug with ADHD

With ADD ADHD, studying and learning can be a challenge, but there are a lot of good strategies. I regret not knowing where this post came from, but it’s good: I know maybe some of you have used this before … Continue reading →

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Use Of Acetaminophen In Pregnancy Tied To AD/HD‏ ? — ADD Tip o the Day 472

Posted on February 25, 2014 by doug with ADHD

This is of interest if you have ADD or ADHD, and of concern if you are pregnant or at risk for pregnancy (I chose that term deliberately, a little touch of humor?). This is an example of the murkiness and … Continue reading →

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Living Daily With Adult ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 471

Posted on February 24, 2014 by doug with ADHD

The new E book, Living Daily With Adult ADD or ADHD, 365 Tips o the Day, hasn’t got many reviews yet, tho it is starting to sell pretty well, thank you all. So when I got a bad review, it … Continue reading →

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Piddling, Dithering, and Procrastinating — ADD Tip o the Day 470

Posted on February 21, 2014 by doug with ADHD

With ADD ADHD, we know it’s hard to get started, to get to something, especially if it might be difficult or unpleasant. Right? And we can find ourselves involved in all kinds of distractions – piddling. Now I’m retired; it’s … Continue reading →

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Stay On Task In Spite of ADD ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 469

Posted on February 17, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Seems to me the primary basic problem in ADD ADHD is that we can’t focus when we need to. Just telling someone to “focus” isn’t all that helpful; in fact, if we could focus, we probably wouldn’t need to reading … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentines Day, to Everyone Who Loves Someone with ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 468

Posted on February 14, 2014 by doug with ADHD

My wife has stuck with me with my ADD all these years. OK, she has had some complaints sometimes, but she has been very helpful. I couldn’t have made it without her. She picks up a lot of the slack, … Continue reading →

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Dystechnologica — ADD Tip o the Day 467

Posted on February 11, 2014 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD, or possibly with aging(?), it is possible to be over whelmed by technology. Why do half my posts suddenly turn bold and why can’t I unturn them? Why do my posts and Emails suddenly turn to … Continue reading →

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Momma Puts ADD ADHD Strategies To Use — ADD Tip o the DAY 465

Posted on February 4, 2014 by doug with ADHD

There is evidence that the ADD ADHD strategies work. This in from Momma who had some questions: Thank you so much for breaking down the cards/lists strategies for me. I know I asked a lot and I appreciate your taking … Continue reading →

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The Best ADD ADHD Post — ADD Tip o the Day 463

Posted on January 29, 2014 by doug with ADHD

I just read what may be the best ADD ADHD post ever, from Homey (Patty). I will not copy it here but give you the link. It is great! overwhelmed by homey It’s worth it. doug other overwhelmed links (it’s … Continue reading →

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More on Structure, Routine, and Schedule for ADD ADHD -ADD Tip o the Day 458

Posted on January 18, 2014 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD, we need routine and schedule, in order to have structure in our lives. Maybe this is less important for vanilla people, who are free to live in the moment and be spontaneous and just follow any … Continue reading →

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Let’s talk About Distractions — ADD Tip o the Day 457

Posted on January 15, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Distraction distraction distraction : Oh, my sweet ADD ADHD! We were lunching at Clafutti’s, our great Santa Fe French bistro, when the alarm on my iPhone went off. That’s every day at 1:45 to remind me to take off my … Continue reading →

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Schedule and Structure and Routine — ADD Tip o the Day 455

Posted on January 10, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Homey and Scott raised good questions about coping with ADD ADHD. These questions are especially interesting to me since I’m struggling with the same issues, because I’ve just retired and have lost my schedule and much of my structure, and, … Continue reading →

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Strategies For Using Strategies for ADD ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 454

Posted on January 7, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Are you using strategies for your ADD ADHD problems? Strategies are the key to living better with ADD ADHD, though medication (ritalin, adderall, antidepressant) can be very helpful. For one thing, it can help us focus enough so that we … Continue reading →

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Did It Again, Again — ADD Tip o the Day 453

Posted on January 4, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Life with ADD ADHD! It was the same thing again, but different. This time it wasn’t about losing my glasses. We were volunteering at the shelter; my job was to take care of the name tags. They gave me a … Continue reading →

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Requests for your help — for ADD Tip o the Day in 2014

Posted on January 3, 2014 by doug with ADHD

I am asking for your input- What new topics would you like addressed here? Any you like addressed again? Any changes you would recommend? Remember that I love your comments, Thank You! and that you can share with the … Continue reading →

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2013 in review

Posted on January 1, 2014 by doug with ADHD

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2013 annual report for this blog. Thank you to all who follow the blog and special thanks to all who comment. As well of course to all who have purchased one of the … Continue reading →

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Information About ADD ADHD and Red Flags — ADD Tip o the Day 452

Posted on December 28, 2013 by doug with ADHD

One of the best things you can do for yourself is to educate yourself about ADD ADHD. Become an expert. How do you do that? I could recommend some books, but modesty restrains me. There is also a lot of … Continue reading →

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ADD ADHD Meds vs Structure — ADD Tip o the Day 447

Posted on December 9, 2013 by doug with ADHD

This is a reply to Amit Ronen, who is against children being drugged and is for letting them be their energetic selves and climb trees and play football: Amit, yes, we need to design the school, and parenting, to fit … Continue reading →

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Controversies about ADD ADHD, and Your Opinions? — ADD Tip o the Day 445

Posted on December 2, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Do you have an opinion? There are many controversies and myths about ADD or ADHD; I’ve addressed many of them many times. So I’d like to collect your viewpoints and opinions on any of them. Here are the main ones; … Continue reading →

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The Forgetting Curve, Studying Part 4 — ADD Tip o the Day 444

Posted on November 30, 2013 by doug with ADHD

This applies to anyone wanting to learn anything, whether or not a student, or ADD, ADHD, or not. For example, I’m trying to learn the towns of New Mexico. To condense and oversimplify: If you memorize something 100% and don’t … Continue reading →

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Busy — ADD Tip o the Day 442

Posted on November 23, 2013 by doug with ADHD

If we have ADD or ADHD we tend to find ourselves busy, overloaded, even overwhelmed. from Lou Ann: Doing more only to do less — do we glorify busy? Author Tim Kreider believes ‘Our frantic days are really just a … Continue reading →

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Studying With ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 441

Posted on November 21, 2013 by doug with ADHD

When we have ADD or ADHD, studying can be a real booger. Plus, lots of people don’t know how to study (I sure didn’t ’til second year med school). And then there’s the difference between studying to pass a test, … Continue reading →

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Reading with ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 440

Posted on November 19, 2013 by doug with ADHD

The next ADD or ADHD post will be on how to study, with more good comments from Abhi. Then a neat one about how we keep keeping ourselves busy. The current tip is on reading. If I’m hoping to retain … Continue reading →

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Frustration — ADD Tip o the Day 438

Posted on November 14, 2013 by doug with ADHD

This issue is not particularly ADD or ADHD, it’s just human, but my ADD makes it worse – no patience, remember? Things aren’t going quite the way I want, and I’m getting flooded with frustration. I’m trying hard to control … Continue reading →

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Sometimes They Just Don’t Get It — ADD Tip o the Day 436

Posted on November 8, 2013 by doug with ADHD

More from the blog about French children don’t have ADHD, or ADD, or whatever, filled with many opinions, mostly expressed with absolute certainty – doesn’t that feel good, to be absolutely certain about something? So a post from a school … Continue reading →

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What Does It Really Matter? — ADD Tip o the Day 435

Posted on November 7, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Sometimes it take a significant incident to help us see things in perspective. That happened with me recently. Is this particularly a problem for those of us with ADD or ADHD? So I got a new strategy, a tool, that … Continue reading →

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Science or Hash? And ADD ADHD —Part Three- for ADD ADHD — Tip o the Day 433

Posted on November 1, 2013 by doug with ADHD

We all have our beliefs about ADD and ADHD, and often state them as though they were fact. There are many source for these beliefs: hearsay: “My cousin’s friend had a neighbor whose brother took ritalin and his ears fell … Continue reading →

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Science or Hash? and ADD ADHD part Two — ADD tip o the Day 432

Posted on October 27, 2013 by doug with ADHD

“There are lies, damned lies, and statistics.” Mark Twain With science, what could possibly go wrong? Correlations: The increased diagnosis in the USA and the price of eggs in China have both been rising at the same rate. Coincidence?? This is … Continue reading →

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Plan Ahead – Packing — ADD Tip o the Day 430

Posted on October 21, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Is packing for a trip kind of a standing joke for those of us with ADD or ADHD? Has your significant other learned to ask, ” Did you pack this? Did your remember that?” Do you tend to find … Continue reading →

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Step Back Part 3 – So How Did I Do? — Tip o the Day 429

Posted on October 15, 2013 by doug with ADHD

On the trip I became tense and pressured, like you can get with ADD or ADHD. You know what I mean? So I became aware of it, and stepped back. Then: 1. I prayed about it. 2. I started taking … Continue reading →

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Conversation Follow Up from Southwestern College

Posted on October 6, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Thanks to all attendees at our conversation “ADHD – the Ignored Problem”, Oct 2 and for your great participation. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. Of course, having ADD or ADHD, I had a problem with … Continue reading →

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Step Back Part Two — ADD Tip o the Day 428

Posted on October 3, 2013 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD, how can we try to reduce the sense of pressure and hurry and worry? First, I broke this into two posts, saving myself some time and effort, therefore reducing pressure, and keeping it not too long … Continue reading →

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De clutter ADD Tip o the Day 426

Posted on September 26, 2013 by doug with ADHD

For those of us with ADD or ADHD, ADDerWorld.ning.com is a great assett. Ratan hit it on the head again there : Reply by Ratan Shetty I have got into the routine of de-cluttering when I am having high energy levels, usually at … Continue reading →

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Guest Tips for ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 425

Posted on September 21, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Bonnie’s time management blog, JJ’s constructive strategies and use of goals and small steps, and of course, Jonathon’s book review are all worth sharing with you. amjjstone says: September 19, 2013 at 6:31 pm (Edit) I like to multitask by … Continue reading →

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Principles For ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 424

Posted on September 18, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Here’s a review of the principles for coping with ADD or ADHD: 1. Identify a problem, devise a strategy, make it a rule, stick with it until it becomes a habit. Then you don’t have to think about it or … Continue reading →

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Losing It – and Relationships Maybe You Need To Lose? — ADD Tip o the Day 422

Posted on September 11, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Well, I haven’t lost anything else since the credit card – yet – but my Kindle went blooey – not from anything I did, though with ADD or ADHD you’re never quite sure, are you? Thanks for all the comments … Continue reading →

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Not Again! Again — ADD Tip o the Day 421

Posted on September 9, 2013 by doug with ADHD

If you have ADD or ADHD it keeps life interesting, doesn’t it, and also for your significant other. For convenience, I keep my credit card and drivers license in a little wallet in my pants pocket. OK, so I lost … Continue reading →

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Toxic — ADD Tip o the Day 419

Posted on September 4, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Some people are toxic for us and it is better to avoid or minimize contact. A christmas card once a year can be a good way to stay in contact. or not. I also recommend, the Dance of Anger, by … Continue reading →

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Had Enough — ADD Tip o the Day 418

Posted on September 1, 2013 by doug with ADHD

I had planned to work until I died, just taper down. But I was getting tired, so I decided to retire at 80. I have a very small practice, so I do all my paper work. One day I spent … Continue reading →

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Knob, a Follow Up — ADD Tip o the Day 417

Posted on August 26, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Fifteen minutes after I finished the post about spilling the coffee, the dyscoordination that comes with ADD or ADHD, I got some olives out of the fridge. When I put the little olive tub back, it hit the little raspberry … Continue reading →

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Knob – A Klutz Story — ADD Tip o the Day 416

Posted on August 24, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Today I reached for the jar of instant decaf, and knocked it over. Coffee grains all over the counter. Clumsiness tends to run with ADD or ADHD. But so does creativity! I got a catalog out of the recycle bag, … Continue reading →

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Alternative treatments for ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 415

Posted on August 19, 2013 by doug with ADHD

OK, so maybe you don’t like the idea of taking ritalin, adderall, concerta or the other stimulants, or even straterra or wellbutrin. Maybe you prefer “natural” substances, or none at all. OK, that’s your choice; I’m not going to argue … Continue reading →

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Routine — ADD Tip o the Day 414

Posted on August 14, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Those of us with ADD or ADHD need routine in our lives. It is part of structure. It helps me know where I am in the day and what I will need to do next. It saves me from some … Continue reading →

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Take Time Off — ADD Tip o the Day 412

Posted on August 7, 2013 by doug with ADHD

This is a guest post from Tracy Alloway, PhD. Enjoy! Take a Predictable-Time-Off Break (for Working Adults) > > Turn off your BlackBerry to turn on your productivity. That’s the > message from Leslie Perlow at the Harvard Business School. … Continue reading →

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New Information — ADD Tip o the Day 410

Posted on July 31, 2013 by doug with ADHD

You don’t have to have ADD or ADHD to benefit from this: Did you know that if you fill up a big rectangular plastic tub with water, 0h, like maybe to soak your foot in or something, and heat it … Continue reading →

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St. Paul on ADD — Tip o the Day 407

Posted on July 21, 2013 by doug with ADHD

yes! We can find ADD or ADHD everywhere if we are just alert to it. What do you think? Romans 7:15-20 New International Version (NIV) 15 I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do … Continue reading →

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Distracted But Bragging — ADD Tip o the day 406

Posted on July 13, 2013 by doug with ADHD

I’m struggling to finish the new ADD or ADHD book but I’m distracted. Too much going on and a couple of glitches – need to take out two weak pages and replace them with strong ones, THEN need to find … Continue reading →

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Lisa, Life With ADD, part 2 — ADD Tip o the Day 404

Posted on July 7, 2013 by doug with ADHD

“I hear ya on the time management “tips” on the internet in general…I think most of those are written by people who don’t have ADHD or know much about it. It’s like a sighted person writing “tips for seeing” for … Continue reading →

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New Principles — ADD Tip o the Day 400

Posted on June 26, 2013 by doug with ADHD

In reading some of the issues of folks on ADDerworld, I realize that I have two other principles in addition to the three I’ve already written about: 4. If you work hard and are able to make changes, it will … Continue reading →

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“ADHD Meds Are Like Coke or Crystal Meth” — ADD Tip o the Day 395

Posted on June 12, 2013 by doug with ADHD

This is the title of an article by Channing Tatum (should I know who that is? – ok, i just googled him, interesting) on medicines for ADD or ADHD. Like many bizarre or erroneous ideas, there is a grain of … Continue reading →

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The French Way — ADD Tip o the Day 393

Posted on May 31, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Below is my entry into the fray provoked by an article ‘Why French Children Don’t Have ADHD’, which discussed child rearing methods and the benefits of spanking, among other things. Lots of interesting comments. 1. I don’t know the best … Continue reading →

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Singing It to Learn — ADD Tip o the Day 392

Posted on May 27, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Abhi had a great study tip; he memorized the fat soluble amino acids by singing them. I remembered that I learned the alphabet in the same way. I am geographically challenged. I want to know the geography of New Mexico. … Continue reading →

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Errors in Thinking — ADD Tip o the Day 391

Posted on May 24, 2013 by doug with ADHD

from a great post from jeff , on common errors in thinking. not really related to ADD, but do you think that we are more prone to them??? anyways, they sure can make ADD worse. (and how can you controll … Continue reading →

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DisTract Ed — ADD Tip o the Day 390, and oh, by the way —-

Posted on May 16, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Had planned for the new book to come out in June. Hah! Maybe July, but don’t count on it. We started cleaning out the garage, and came to the boxes of memorabilia. Family fotos and documents, going way back. Enough … Continue reading →

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The Small Tasks — ADD Tip o the Day 389

Posted on May 11, 2013 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD, we are victims of distractions, and things don’t get finished. Here’s a simple rule – if you’re doing a small task, don’t let anything interrupt it until you finish. Make this a rule. If a distraction … Continue reading →

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Sleep Disorder? — ADD Tip o the Day 388

Posted on May 8, 2013 by doug with ADHD

The ADD or ADHD world is abuzz, I mean abuzz! about Dr. Thakkar’s article in the 4/28/2013 New York Times. He says that some people with ADD or ADHD might be misdiagnosed, and might instead have a sleep disorder causing … Continue reading →

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Coach and Therapy for Anger — ADD tip o the Day 386

Posted on May 1, 2013 by doug with ADHD

A response to Holly on ADDerworld, who is concerned about her anger, and says that she know all the things she should be doing but is having a hard time doing them: “Holly, you recognize the problem, that it is … Continue reading →

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Not Me! —- ADD Tip o the Day 384

Posted on April 24, 2013 by doug with ADHD

I was looking forward to La Cruzada, the weekend spiritual retreat. I packed my suitcase and my bedding, printed out the google map, found the church on my GPS, and drove to it. I was able to find it, tho … Continue reading →

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Hassles — ADD Tip o the Day 382

Posted on April 14, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Just lost my credit card. Again. This time, also my drivers license and spare key, all in the same little wallet. Must have walked off and left it on the table in the restaurant. Called, they couldn’t find it. Went … Continue reading →

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Puryear’s Principles —- ADD Tip o the day 379

Posted on April 4, 2013 by doug with ADHD

This is just human nature, but these issues are more critical if we have ADD or ADHD: 1. we will struggle and struggle with a problem; once we find a solution, we will stop doing it (AA, antidepressants, regular exercise, … Continue reading →

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Wrong Again??? — ADD tip o the Day 377

Posted on March 26, 2013 by doug with ADHD

A recent AJ Psychiatry reported a meta review of studies of non pharmacological interventions for ADD or ADHD in children. I was surprised that elimination of artificial food coloring showed a small positive effect. This was thought to be limited … Continue reading →

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Change — ADD Tip o the Day 374

Posted on March 10, 2013 by doug with ADHD

If we have ADD or ADHD we need to be open to change, to find strategies to our lives go better. Change can be hard. Often we don’t even realize that change is an option. Therapists talk about patients who … Continue reading →

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Sticking With It, Part 2 — ADD Tip o the Day 366

Posted on February 9, 2013 by doug with ADHD

My wife, who knows a lot about ADD or ADHD after all these years, said I misquoted her on the last post. I thought she had asked, “Is it working?”, meaning the whole thing. She says she was specifically asking … Continue reading →

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Mess It Up, a new strategy — ADD Tip o the Day 362

Posted on January 29, 2013 by doug with ADHD

Just learned a brand new strategy from a man with ADD or ADHD. He couldn’t get himself to clean up his desk, and the clutter made everything harder to do, and so he was getting frustrated and kind of demoralized, … Continue reading →

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Leonardo da Vinci — ADD TIp o the Day 361

Posted on January 22, 2013 by doug with ADHD

I believe that beauty can be found all round us, if we just look. So can ADD or ADHD. excerpts from a small book review, The New Yorker, January 14, 2013: “Leonardo and the Last Supper, by Ross King (Walker) … Continue reading →

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The Straight Scoop On Medicines — ADD Tip o the Day 357

Posted on January 9, 2013 by doug with ADHD

For many with ADD or ADHD the medications, ritalin and other stimulants (and a few others) are a great help. For others, not so much. I have not seen any problems with them, other than occasional mild side effects for … Continue reading →

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2012 in review- the blog stats

Posted on December 30, 2012 by doug with ADHD

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. My thanks to all of you who have followed and especially my gratitude to you commenters. Please keep up the comments! They make it so much more … Continue reading →

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Abhi Has Strategies — ADD Tip o the Day 354

Posted on December 29, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Abhi has ADD or ADHD, and has been struggling with studying for an important exam. He has been using the ADDerworld for advice, encouragement and general support. And he has learned some strategies. Here is his report (with his permission): … Continue reading →

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Procrastination? — or Not? — ADD Tip o the Day 351

Posted on December 17, 2012 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD, you’ll know about procrastination, one of our main symptoms. But I think this is about a problem with time, not procrastination. I wasn’t putting off getting my wife’s Christmas present, it’s just that Christmas seemed so … Continue reading →

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Aware? — ADD Tip o the Day 350

Posted on December 14, 2012 by doug with ADHD

I spilled a glass of wine last night; fortunately my reflexes are still good and I caught the glass before it broke. Is that age or ADD or ADHD? Or aging with ADD? Am I careless or is it my … Continue reading →

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Whining — Not Really An ADD Tip of the Day 348

Posted on December 7, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Well, Medicare has come out with a new set of regulations, coding and documenting, that will be adopted by all the insurance companies apparently. The coding is very complicated; even if I didn’t have ADD I’d have trouble understanding and … Continue reading →

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ADD or ADHD, Or Just An Excuse? — ADD Tip o the day 345

Posted on November 29, 2012 by doug with ADHD

It may be hard for our partner or our boss or our teacher or even our friend, to believe that ADD or ADHD really exists, or that it’s what’s behind our behavior, what we do or what we fail to … Continue reading →

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Procrastinating Again! — ADD Tip o the Day 342

Posted on November 19, 2012 by doug with ADHD

If you have ADD or ADHD, you probably know a lot about procrastinating. It is one of our major and most common problems. A very intelligent man is talking about his dishes, which are piling up in the sink. The … Continue reading →

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Avoidance or Procrastination? — ADD Tip o the Day 340

Posted on November 12, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Those of us with ADD or ADHD struggle with both of these, avoidance and procrastination. I’ve wondered about the difference between them, but put off doing anything about it. I had an idea but wasn’t sure; it seemed a little … Continue reading →

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Time to Stop — ADD Tip o the Day 339

Posted on November 9, 2012 by doug with ADHD

This is really about mindfulness and awareness – good for anyone, especially for those of us with ADD or ADHD. I am giving up playing Freecell. There is nothing wrong with playing Freecell. I’ve been playing two, maybe three games … Continue reading →

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Stuck, and No Motivation — ADD Tip o the Day 338

Posted on November 5, 2012 by doug with ADHD

We with ADD or ADHD can easily get overwhelmed, demoralized, disorganized, unmotivated and just plain stuck. For the motivation issue, there are many strategies ( I can’t recall which post I just wrote this on, and I’m not motivated to … Continue reading →

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Deja Vu all over again —- ADD Tip o the Day 336

Posted on October 30, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Have read a lot lately from people with ADD and ADHD who have a lot of deja vu experiences, and the question is – is it related to the ADD or ADHD? I don’t know; I’ve had a fair number … Continue reading →

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I’m Too Disorganized To Organize — ADD Tip of the Day 333

Posted on October 24, 2012 by doug with ADHD

My good friend with ADD or ADHD says she loves the blog posts but doesn’t have the compulsiveness to put them to use, too disorganized to be able to get organized. She makes notes and lists on yellow stickies but … Continue reading →

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Strategies — The Pills ADD Tip o the Day 328

Posted on October 12, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Just got a new example of the principle -problem, strategy, rule, habit- for those of us with ADD or ADHD. My rule is to take all of my pills the first thing when I get up, every day. That way … Continue reading →

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Victim or Master? —- ADD Tip o the Day 327

Posted on October 10, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Are you a victim of ADD or ADHD? Or are you a master of it? I think a lot depends on your attitude, and it is a feedback loop. The more you see yourself as a victim, the less likely … Continue reading →

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What Am I Missing? — ADD Tip o the Day 326

Posted on October 7, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Is this another ADD or ADHD problem? I don’t watch or listen to podcasts, you tubes, conference calls, and all kinds of other casts, calls, tubes, pods etc that I see offered. Many of them look quite good and from … Continue reading →

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FREE BOOK — ADD Bonus Tip o the Day

Posted on October 2, 2012 by doug with ADHD

thanks to bryan hutchinson, you can win a free copy of Your Life Can Be Better, signed ( if that matters) clik here and scroll down a little. offer ends in November. thats right – a FREE copy of YOUR … Continue reading →

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To Sleep or Not to Sleep; That is the Question? —- ADD Tip o the Day 323

Posted on September 30, 2012 by doug with ADHD

I think that’s what Hamlet said. Or Shakespeare. Or one of those guys. Or something like that. But I am confused. I believe that sleep is very important for us with ADD or ADHD, but a New York Times article … Continue reading →

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Staying on Top — ADD Tip o the Day 322

Posted on September 29, 2012 by doug with ADHD

This doesn’t apply only to ADD or ADHD: A very good teacher is telling me that she’s thinking of leaving teaching. She loves teaching but the pay is lousy and she hates grading papers. She does all her grading on … Continue reading →

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Comorbidity ie More Problems — ADD Tip o the Day 321

Posted on September 26, 2012 by doug with ADHD

I’m reading a lot from people with ADD or ADHD about the many problems they are having in life. It can be hard to untangle how much that is due to ADD or is a separate issue. Especially since ADD … Continue reading →

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Choices part 2 — ADD Tip o the day 319

Posted on September 21, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Too many choices, especially with ADD or ADHD – we tend to be creative and curious and have an interest in everything. Have to choose – I did give up chess. Want to do this blog, check out facebook and … Continue reading →

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Choices — ADD Tip o the Day 318

Posted on September 20, 2012 by doug with ADHD

We have a lot of choices; this can be a good thing or a bad thing, especially if we have ADD or ADHD. It is good to recognize that we don’t have to stay in a rut. This is the … Continue reading →

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The Secret To Catching Up —– ADD Tip o the Day 317

Posted on September 17, 2012 by doug with ADHD

. . . you can’t — that’s the secret. doug there will still be things on your to do list when you die. so relax and just keep plugging away.

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ritalin – cons and pros —– ADD Tip o the Day 314

Posted on September 12, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Here is my current take on ritalin for ADD or ADHD: con- maybe you don’t like taking medicine, maybe prefer (unregulated) “naturals” . … Continue reading →

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sense of humor – (sense?) — ADD Tip o the Day 311

Posted on September 8, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Maybe the creativity and out of the box thinking that blesses ADD and ADHD gives us an extra dose of sense of humor. I think I have a great sense of humor, crack myself up all the time. But a … Continue reading →

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meds and foods — ADD Tip o the Day 309

Posted on September 2, 2012 by doug with ADHD

There is a lot of controversy around medications and food, especially in ADD and ADHD. Although there are strong believers, I don’t think there is any really good evidence that additives or diet have much effect on ADD or ADHD. … Continue reading →

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Get outdoors —- ADD Tip o the Day 308

Posted on September 1, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Why does getting out doors help with ADD or ADHD? It’s a big help, up there with getting enough sleep and exercising. I don’t know why. Maybe it helps clear our mind for awhile, like sitting. My sitting works best when I … Continue reading →

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Criticism reviews —ADD Tip o the day 307

Posted on August 29, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Are you excessively sensitive to criticsm? I don’t know that ADD or ADHD makes us extra sensitive, but maybe it does – our self esteem can be pretty fragile. I’ve had two negative reviews so far. I’ve been told that … Continue reading →

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“That won’t work for me.” —- ADD Tip o the Day 306

Posted on August 27, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Sometimes I hear that when I suggest a strategy for ADD or ADHD – “That won’t work for me.” Seems like four possibilities: 1. they’ve never tried it. 2. they tried it, but not in an effective way. 3. if … Continue reading →

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Staying Ahead of the Game —- ADD Tip o the Day 305

Posted on August 24, 2012 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD we can procrastinate, let things pile up, get behind, and set up a vicious feedback loop as we get demoralized and find it even harder to do anything. And we never know what’s going to pop … Continue reading →

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ADD or ADHD Diagnosis — ADD Tip o the Day 304

Posted on August 20, 2012 by doug with ADHD

This was my response to a guy who thinks he has ADD or ADHD and was starting to get on top of it, until he saw a doctor who told him he didn’t have it but was just anxious. And told him … Continue reading →

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Getting There On Time — ADD Tip o the Day 303

Posted on August 17, 2012 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD, we often have trouble getting somewhere on time. If it matters, and it doesn’t always, here’s a set of strategies that might help – you may need to modify it for yourself – 1. write down … Continue reading →

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How To Fail At A Project — ADD Tip o the Day 302

Posted on August 16, 2012 by doug with ADHD

If we have ADD or ADHD, we have trouble finishing things. The man I was talking with had real doubts about his ability to complete his latest project. He does have ADD. We figured out how he could fail at … Continue reading →

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The Principle — ADD Tip o the Day 301

Posted on August 12, 2012 by doug with ADHD

The principle is : identify the problem, make a strategy, make it a rule, make it a habit. Magpie did just this when she suggested a holder to hold my keys onto the gas pump, so I wouldn’t keep driving … Continue reading →

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Things that are good for ADD or ADHD — ADD Tip o the Day 300

Posted on August 11, 2012 by doug with ADHD

(ADD tip o the day 300! imagine!!!) These things are good for ADD or ADHD: sleep, exercise, structure, get out of doors Someone just posted that taking the ritalin just before bedtime helped him calm his mind enough that he … Continue reading →

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Organizing — Tip of the Day 299

Posted on August 8, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Kenn comments on people with ADD or ADHD, “We organize very differently than other people.” I’m thinking about that, don’t know. Certainly I function better if my desk is orderly and organized. I’ve given up on trying to keep it that … Continue reading →

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ADHD or ADD and Weight Problems — ADD Tip o the Day 298

Posted on August 7, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Anahi Ortiz has some good posts on ADD or ADHD and eating/weight problems. I have a constant struggle with weight. I use some of the basic concepts: Drink water before and during each meal. Chew slowly and thoroughly and savor each … Continue reading →

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“Just Try Harder” — ADD tip o the Day 297

Posted on August 6, 2012 by doug with ADHD

If you have ADD or ADHD, didn’t you hear this growing up? Repeatedly? “You just need to try harder.” Did you learn the habit of saying this to yourself? There used to be a flyer for ADD or ADHD with a picture … Continue reading →

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Commitment — ADD Tip of the day 296

Posted on August 3, 2012 by doug with ADHD

One of the hardest things for us with ADD or ADHD is to follow though, to finish, to persist after the novelty and the initial enthusiasm have worn off (is that one or three things?) One strategy is commitment. First, … Continue reading →

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Hard days — ADD Tip o the day 295

Posted on August 1, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Some days are hard. I feel overloaded, not at my best, disorganized, and I can’t get started. That’s all part of ADD or ADHD, and we need strategies. 1. if I have more than 5 things on my list of … Continue reading →

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Can’t clean my room — ADD Tip o the Day 292

Posted on July 25, 2012 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD we often just can’t get it done. Roni laments that she can’t clean her room and about self flogging. To respond – No, you can’t clean your room. You cannot do it. You can’t. But maybe you could clean … Continue reading →

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The Have Done Non List — ADD Tip o the Day 287

Posted on July 11, 2012 by doug with ADHD

This just in from my sister, Lucy, who does not have ADD or ADHD, but has been supportive of my struggles and was one of the courageous reviewers of the terrible early drafts of the book: “A hint for the … Continue reading →

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OCD and ADD — ADD Tip o the Day 284

Posted on July 5, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Remember the movie, As Good As It Gets? Jack Nicholson with OCD. That’s the disorder, with symptoms. But there is a spectrum, from style, traits, personality disorder, to (neurosis) disorder. The majority of American males have obsessive-compulsive style, which doesn’t really … Continue reading →

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Does it really matter? — ADD Tip o the day 281

Posted on June 26, 2012 by doug with ADHD

“Is it really important?” Our grandson is in the hospital, and we were taking a break by going to a movie (Marigold Hotel – great!). Looked like we were going to be late, and I noticed myself getting all up tight … Continue reading →

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Tidbits — ADD Tip o the Day 271

Posted on June 7, 2012 by doug with ADHD

1. the blog has reached 9000 hits! thank you all! The book has sold over 1800 copies, the majority on kindle. Thank you again! Very surprised and very pleased. 2. I am reading and recommending 3 books: Willpower – baumeister Thinking, … Continue reading →

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Exercise and ADD — ADD Tip o the day 270

Posted on June 5, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Exercise and sleep help us function better if we have ADD or ADHD. Strategies for exercise: A: Make sure it’s not a chore, an unpleasant task. B: Make it a priority. C: Make it a routine, a habit. … Continue reading →

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Willpower 4 3/4 —– ADD TIp o the day 268

Posted on May 30, 2012 by doug with ADHD

I’m also reading Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow. It’s difficult but rewarding, crammed full of interesting information about how we think, decide, choose and act. Lots of it ahs application to ADD or ADHD. There’s almost too much information and it … Continue reading →

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Willpower #4 —- ADD Tip o the day 267

Posted on May 28, 2012 by doug with ADHD

I’m reading a great book, Willpower, by Baumeister. We start each morning with a pool of psychic energy, which gets depleted during the day each time we resist a temptation or make a decision. So we become more and more vulnerable … Continue reading →

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Psychology of ADD: Perfectionism — ADD Tip o the day 263

Posted on May 19, 2012 by doug with ADHD

So we with ADD or ADHD tend to a big dose of shame, and often we coped by trying to be perfect. “I’ll show them; they’ll see I am worth something.” and “If I do it perfectly, then nobody … Continue reading →

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Comorbid: Dyslexia et al — ADD Tip o the day 261

Posted on May 15, 2012 by doug with ADHD

With ADD or ADHD we are more likely to have learning problems – dyslexia, dyscalcula, dysgraphia. I have a touch of each. These are not actually part of ADD or ADHD, they just seem to frequently travel together. I read … Continue reading →

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Budget and impulse buying — ADD Tip o the day 255

Posted on May 3, 2012 by doug with ADHD

I was asked to comment on budget and impulse buying. I might not be the best person for this, but – will offer a few thoughts: We were never able to keep a budget and spent a lot of … Continue reading →

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Reading with ADD – Tip o the day 254

Posted on April 29, 2012 by doug with ADHD

I love reading. But do I have dyslexia, which often accompanies ADD or ADHD? In general I don’t have a reading problem – maybe. I do reverse numbers all the time, rarely letters. I read fast, have no patience to … Continue reading →

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Podcasts and ADD — ADD Tip o the day 251

Posted on April 23, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Do you watch or listen to podcasts? I never have, but there’s some appealing topics on facebook, some on ADD or ADHD. I assumed that I wouldn’t have the time or the patience for them, but decided to check it out. Learned … Continue reading →

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What I want to do —- ADD Tip o the day 250 (250!!!!!)

Posted on April 21, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Saturday afternoon – I want to “relax” (what does “relax” mean?? anyway, I’m not good at it, but I’m good at “goofing off”. What is the difference? Maybe it’s that relaxing is intentional, a considered choice, with a purpose.) I’d … Continue reading →

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– ADD Tip o the day 249

Posted on April 19, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Bonnie Mincu’s blog came up with a concept new to me, that some of us ADDers or ADHDers think that using a calender is a cop out. They pride themself on their memory. Would this fit this any of my … Continue reading →

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Success —- ADD Tip o the day 248

Posted on April 17, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Just reached my morning goal, two miles on the treadmill. Yea!! It’s important that I pause a few seconds to applaud myself -“Way to go, Doug! Good job!” Especially with ADD or ADHD. Why? Because that’s positive reinforcement for doing … Continue reading →

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The ADD coach — ADD Tip o the day 246

Posted on April 11, 2012 by doug with ADHD

this the interview of Anahi Ortiz, MD, a pediatrician who is also an ADHD coach: Q: how did you get interested in ADHD? As a young pediatrician, I attended a conference on MBD, as it was known then, and have … Continue reading →

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Succeeding —- ADD Tip o the day 244

Posted on April 7, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Anahi Ortiz Md, pediatrician and ADHD coach interviewed me for her blog, about how I’ve managed in spite of ADD. you might find it interesting : clik here and it looks like i’ve learned how to do the “clik here” … Continue reading →

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Sit! —- ADD Tip o the day 243

Posted on April 5, 2012 by doug with ADHD

New idea! – think it’s gonna be great! if you have ADD or ADHD, or even if you don’t—– Went to weekend event, wasn’t what I’d expected, but was able to go into chapel by myself and SIT. prayed a … Continue reading →

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Putting it off — ADD Tip o the day 234

Posted on March 15, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Most of you are too young to know the song The Arkansas Traveler. The traveler finds an old man sitting in his flooded cabin playing his fiddle in a downpour while the roof is leaking. The traveler asks why the … Continue reading →

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Whining — ADD Tip o the day 204

Posted on January 14, 2012 by doug with ADHD

Life can be hard. Life with ADD or ADHD is harder than without it. There are lots of things worse tho. So, is this whining or just acknowledging facts? But life with ADD or ADHD can become a lot easier … Continue reading →

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Side effects —ADD Tip o the day 202

Posted on January 9, 2012 by doug with ADHD

When I recommend a medication to someone (with or without ADD or ADHD), they often ask a very reasonable question, “What are the side effects?” If I tell you the potential side effects, you are more likely to get them. So I … Continue reading →

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inattentive — ADD Tip o the day 197

Posted on December 30, 2011 by doug with ADHD

One reader of the book commented that I didn’t say much about the inattentive type of ADD. Because I have the mixed type. Most females with ADD have the inattentive type, so its not ADHD. Like in so many other things, … Continue reading →

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Good stuff — ADD Tip o the day 197

Posted on December 26, 2011 by doug with ADHD

There is good free stuff on Pete Quily’s site. He is an ADD coach in Canada who helped me with the book. He offers a free coaching session and an e magazine. check it out. http://www.addcoach4u.com/whoispetequily.html I haven’t used my free … Continue reading →

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ADD and Learning Disablities ADD Tip o the day 196

Posted on December 25, 2011 by doug with ADHD

Are learning disabilities a part of ADD? No, but we have more than our share of them, which makes sense since it is all about how the brain is wired, or miswired in this case (that’s another topic, could lead to … Continue reading →

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ADD and journaling — ADD Tip o the day 189

Posted on December 11, 2011 by doug with ADHD

Journaling has a lot of benefits for anyone. Probably the important ones for those of us with ADD or ADHD are that it is stress relieving and it also enhances awareness. It helps us to get things that are bugging … Continue reading →

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Using structure — ADD Tip o the day 185

Posted on December 5, 2011 by doug with ADHD

Structure includes having a routine, or schedule, or guidelines, or requirements. If we have ADD or ADHD, we do better with structure. This can include getting up and going to bed at about the same time each day (with reasonable … Continue reading →

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Willpower again — ADD Tip o the day 183

Posted on December 1, 2011 by doug with ADHD

New York Times article, different take on willpower. New research says that will power is not as limited as previously reported. Now they say that people who believe that willpower is limited are easily depleted in willpower, but those that … Continue reading →

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