What is ADHD, and why does it happen?
What is ADHD? ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder where the front part of your brain underperforms relative to the rest. This leads to things like an inability to filter external stimuli, poor working memory, and a general lack of motivation. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (usually ADHD) OR ADHD in psychology refers to […]
ADHD in Children
ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, which used to be called ADD (attention deficit disorder). Children or adults can have ADHD, but symptoms must start before age 12. Children with ADHD may fidget or squirm, get up from their seats when they shouldn’t, talk excessively, and have difficulty taking turns. In school they may […]
Nutritional psychiatry: What does it mean for you?
Think about it. Your brain is always “ON” means it has many things to think and worry about. It takes care of your thoughts and movements, your breathing and heartbeat, your senses — it works hard and continuous 24/7, even while you’re asleep. This means your brain needs a constant supply of fuel. That “fuel” […]
ADHD and Its Symptoms
ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is a medical condition. A person with ADHD has differences in brain development and brain activity that affect attention, the ability to sit still, and self-control. ADHD often starts in childhood and can persist into adulthood. It may contribute to low self-esteem, troubled relationships, and difficulty at […]