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ADHD Articles: Adults
These articles are a great way to learn more about ADHD. If you think you might have ADHD, start with Dr. Amen's Adult ADHD Symptom Checklist then read the "ADHD Basics." After this, read other articles of particular interest to you. These articles contain answers to many common questions. For more information on these topics, visit our links to other ADHD web sites.
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ADHD Basics
- Adult ADHD Symptom Checklist–(la version espanola)
- helps determine if you have ADHD, developed by Dr. Daniel Amen, psychiatrist and head of the Amen Clinic in Fairfield, CA.
- ADHD FAQ
- from the National Institute of Mental Health.
- ADHD 101: What Every Beginner in ADHD Needs to Know
- by Cynthia Hammer, M.S.W. Read this article before you go to see anyone for a diagnosis of your ADHD. It explains who to see for a diagnosis and what to expect. For Members Only
- ADHD "To Do" List
- by Cynthia Hammer, M.S.W. details the steps to take in pursuing diagnosis and treatment. For Members Only
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults
- a good basic article by Sam Goldstein, Ph.D.
- Update on Adult ADHD
- additional information on adult ADHD by Sam Goldstein, Ph.D.
- What Is Necessary and Sufficient to Evaluate ADHD?
- by Sam Goldstein, Ph.D. for parents of children with ADHD but it equally valid for adults seeking a diagnosis.For Members Only
- ADHD Medicines: Adderall, Concerta, Daytrana, Dexedrine, Focalin, Metadate, Ritalin, Strattera and More
- by Ted Mandelkorn, M.D. describes the medicines used to treat ADHD and their pros and cons. For Members Only
- Questions About ADHD Medication
- by David Rabiner, Ph.D. discusses the role medicine plays in the treatment of ADHD. For Members Only
- ADHD Medication Information
- by David Rabiner, Ph.D. gives more information about taking medicine and what to watch for. For Members Only
- ADHD Medication and Dosing
- by David Rabiner, Ph.D. provides more detail on how to measure the effectiveness of a medication a child is taking. For Members Only
Diagnosis and Treatment
- What's So Great About ADHD Medication ADDerall?
- by Corydon Clark, M.D., now retired, shares his enthusiasm for this medicine. This article was written before Concerta and Strattera came on the market.
- The What, Why, When, How and Which of Alternative Treatments for ADHD
- by Cynthia Hammer, M.S.W. describes all the natural products she tried for her ADHD and her experiences with them. For Members Only
- Diagnosis of ADHD in Adults
- An article from the National Resource Center on AD/HD.
- Medication Management for Adults with ADHD
- An article from the National Resource Center for AD/HD.
- Real–World Office Management of ADHD in Adults
- In the real world of psychiatric practice, we see every patient who comes through the door. We use only active treatments, and we persist until we find the best one for a particular patient. Because we are dealing with complex human beings, who often have other coexisting illnesses, we examine every aspect of their lives to find the best possible combination of therapeutic options. We treat individuals, not averages, and must adjust the treatment to the unique needs and responses of each patient. For Members Only
- Most Kids Don't Outgrow ADHD
- Research shows that only 1 in 5 adults with the disorder is properly diagnosed and treated. For Members Only
- Survey of Adults Reveals :Life-long Consequences of ADHD
- This survey examines the long–term social, professional and scholastic effects of ADHD. For Members Only
Finding and Assessing Professional Help
- Tips for Finding an ADHD Clinician and ADHD Support
- by Cynthia Hammer, M.S.W. gives ideas on how to locate the help you need.
- How Do I Find a Good ADHD Therapist?
- by Kevin Grold, Ph.D. covers the basic questions you need to ask. For Members Only
- ADHD Coaching: What's It All About?
- by Dana Rayburn, A.C.T. explains how coaching can be an important piece to healing ADHD. For Members Only
- Are You Ready for ADHD Coaching?
- by Kris Paige suggests questions you should ask yourself before seeking a coach. For Members Only
- Questions to Ask an ADHD Coach
- by Kris Paige helps you find the best coach for your situation. For Members Only
- Coaching and ADHD in Adults
- An article by the National Resource Center on AD/HD.
Coping Strategies
- 50 Tips on the Management of Adult Attention Deficit Disorder
- a very popular article by Edward Hallowell, M.D. and John Ratey, M.D.
- Management of ADHD Within Families
- another popular article by Edward Hallowell, M.D.
- Structure: Practical Strategies for Coping with ADHD. For Members Only
- Legal Issues for Adults with ADHD in the Workplace and Higher Education
- An article from the National Resource Center on AD/HD.
- Structure: Practical Strategies for Coping with ADHD
- For Members Only
- Meeting the Challenge of Conformity
- by Dale S. Brown For Members Only
- Feeling Overwhelmed, Disorganized, Scattered?
- by Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D. written for women but with ideas that also help men with ADHD. For Members Only
- ADHD Humor: You Know You Have ADHD When....
- It is a release to admit that we do things differently and a comfort to know that we are not alone. These are not fat jokes told by the skinny kid. They are statements made in the spirit that pain shared hurts less. For Members Only
- What to Do When Your Bag of ADHD Tricks Comes Up Short
- by Rob Tudisco, an attorney with ADHD who, through study and insight, has learned many ways to manage his ADHD.
- The Problem of Procrastination
- an area of concern most people with ADHD have to deal with.
- Accommodation Ideas for Adult Learners with ADHD.
- For Members Only
- Self-Esteem Issues in Adults with ADHD. For Members Only
- An article written by Cynthia Hammer, MSW and Director of Attention Deficit Disorder Resources (ADD Resources)
Skill Building
- The ADDult Workbook
- by Bob Seay, former guide on AOL for ADHD issues, has written a very useful booklet for improving your ADHD life. For Members Only
- Clutter: Moving from Fear to Hope
- by Karen Roehl, a clutter coach, uncovers the reasons people clutter in spite of themselves.
- Clear Your Clutter and Create Space for Miracles
- an inspirational article by Karen Roehl, a clutter coach, to get you motivated to reduce your clutter.
- Free Yourself from the Clutter that Binds You
- by Karen Roehl, a clutter coach, gives ideas on how to start eliminating the clutter in your life.
- Seven Day Procrastination Plan
- Simple, memorable steps to overcome procrastination.
- Nutritional Advice from Dr. Daniel Amen
- In reality, what you eat has a tremendous effect on the way your vital organs function, including your brain. For Members Only
- Hi-Tech and Low Tech Solutions: Time Management for the Person with ADHD.
- by Rob Tudisco, an attorney with ADHD, shares his methods for being on time. For Members Only
- Using a Day Planner as a Life Planner
- by Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D. gives tips on how to make one booklet keep your ADHD life on track. For Members Only
- My PDA Keeps Me on Track
- by Kris Paige, an ADHD coach, explains why her PDA has become essential in her busy life. For Members Only
- How to Create a Customized Tickler File System
- by Karen Roehl, a clutter coach, tells you how to simplify your life using a tickler file.
- Organizing the Home and Office
- An article from the National Resource Center on AD/HD
- Time Management: Learning to Usa a PDA
- An article from the National Resource Center on AD/HD
- Money Management for Adults with ADHD
- Another article from the National Resource Center on AD/HD
Relationships and Social Skills
- ADHD and the Dysfunctional Family
- by Susan Lasky. For Members Only
- Social Skills: Finding Friends and Persuading People
- by Dale S. Brown concisely provides detailed advice on how to be successful in the social arena. It is a long article but well worth reading.
- ADHD, Anger Awareness and Anger Management
- Don Baker, MA provides a workable approach for getting a handle on inappropriate anger. For Members Only
- Adults with ADHD and Relationship Issues
- by Rob Tudisco, an attorney with ADHD, shares his insights on how to make your marriage work. For Members Only
- How Do You Cope with an ADHD Spouse?
- by Bob Seay. Marriage is hard. Two people blending their lives to support and accommodate each other is difficult enough. But marriage to a person with ADHD is much, much harder. For Members Only
- ADHD and Codependency
- by Kathy Marshack, Ph.D. explains how the non-ADHD spouse can fall into codependent behaviors.
- Tips on ADHD in Couples
- by Drs. Hallowell and Ratey offers the best wisdom for maintaining good relations with a significant other.
- How Untreated ADHD Can Affect Our Relationships
- by Gina Pera on issues that impact the non-ADHD partner.
- ADHD and Intimate Relationships
- by Amy Ellis, Ph.D. covers in detail what behaviors maintain a happy marriage or long term relationship. For Members Only
- Odd Couples: Finding Peace and Respect in the Marriage Where One of You Has ADHD and the Other Does Not
- by Andrea Betts, a retired therapist, provides advice on how to make these kinds of relationships work. For Members Only
- The Vicious Cycle of Compulsive Sexuality, Shame and Adult ADHD
- Important reading for those who suffers from both ADHD and sexual addictions. For Members Only
- Social Skills in Adults with ADHD
- An article from the National Resource Center on AD/HD
- Couples and ADHD: Expectations, Communications and Boundaries
- by Harold Meyer. All couples must learn to accommodate each other over a period of time. Couples where one or both partners have ADHD usually need to work harder at recognizing and dealing with the issues of both intimacy and attention deficits. For Members Only
- Setting Personal Boundaries:A Primer for Healthier Relationships
- by Harold Meyer. Boundaries are limits that you have and will not cross and boundaries are limits that others may not cross. For Members Only
Workplace Issues
- Making ADHD-Friendly Career Choices
- by Wilma Fellman, M.Ed., LPC asks twenty questions to stimulate your thinking on what kind of work will best suit you.
- Guidelines for Succeeding in the Workplace with ADHD
- An article from the National Resource Center on AD/HD.
- Disclosing Your ADHD to an Employer
- Only you can decide whether and how much to tell your employer about your AD/HD. For Members Only
- ADHD/LD Adults: Finding Success in the Workplace
- by Amy Ellis, Ph.D. details coping strategies you can use to function your best in the workplace. For Members Only
- Job Accommodations for People Who Have Attention Deficit Disorder
- by Dale S. Brown provides more ideas for getting along in the workplace. For Members Only
- Top Ten ADHD Traps in the Workplace and How to Avoid Getting Caught by Them!
- by Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D. offers specific ideas on how to deal with the most damaging ADHD behaviors in the workplace. For Members Only
- Disclosing Your ADHD to an Employer
- Only you can decide whether and how much to tell your employer about your ADHD. For Members Only
Personal Stories
- ADDvice from a Certified ADHD Non-Expert
- by Rob Tudisco, an attorney with ADHD, shares what he has learned to better manage his ADHD at home and at work. For Members Only
- What's So Funny About Having ADHD?
- by Cynthia Hammer, M.S.W. explains how our ADHD lives can be hilarious if we go with the flow. For Members Only
- I Have ADD, Attention Deficit Disorder, Sometimes Known as ADHD
- by Dave Michael celebrates, with humor, having ADHD.
- Tips and Traps: ADHD Lessons Learned
- by Sherrie Zimmerman tells of her experiences after an ADHD diagnosis and her advice to others.
- How Much ADHD Treatment Is Enough?
- by Cynthia Hammer, M.S.W. describes her journey to become all she can be as an adult with ADHD. For Members Only
- An ADHD Story: Sad, But, Too Often, True
- by Darryl Peterson, an ADHD coach, relates a typical life story of someone with undiagnosed ADHD.
- Passing for Normal
- by Andrea Betts, a retired therapist, who shares her feelings when she first was diagnosed with ADHD. For Members Only
Substance Abuse and Other Co-Existing Conditions
- ADHD, Alcoholism and Other Addictions
- by Wendy Richardson, LMFT, explains why there is a frequent overlap between ADHD and substance abuse and what to do about it.
- Our Expanding ADHD Knowledge
- by Corydon Clark, retired physician, explains that ADHD is often accompanied by other mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, etc.
- Shadow Syndromes: People with Mild Forms of Serious Disorders
- by John Ratey, M.D. proposes that even people with slight mental health problems, including ADHD, should receive treatment. For Members Only
- The Vicious Cycle of Compulsive Sexuality, Shame and Adult ADHD
- Important reading for those who suffer from both ADHD and sexual addictions. For Members Only
Women and Girls with ADHD
- Women with ADHD in the Workplace: Juggling the Dual Responsibilities of Home and Work
- by Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D. tells women with ADHD how they can function better at home and at work.
- Women and ADHD
- by Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D. discusses the special issues involved when a women has ADHD.
- ADHD in Women
- An article from the National Resource Center for AD/HD.
- Adult Female Volunteers Needed for Study of Attention Deficit Disorder in Women
- Help evaluate the validity of the Women’s ADHD Self-Assessment Symptom Inventory (SASI)developed by Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D. and Patricia Quinn, M.D.
Beyond ADHD Basics
- ADHD as an Advantage/Adaptation Revisited
- by Sam Goldstein, Ph.D. examines the belief that ADHD is advantageous.
- The Scientific Status of Alternative Treatments for ADHD
- by David Rabiner, Ph.D reviews the research on the effectiveness of alternative treatments. Written in l998 but information still applies.
- Neurofeedback and the Treatment of ADHD
- by David Rabiner, Ph.D. reveals that this treatment has been helpful for some people diagnosed with ADHD. For Members Only
- Is ADHD Really A Problem Paying Attention?
- by Sam Goldstein, Ph.D. questions whether inattention or something else is the core problem of ADHD.
- Is ADHD a Mental Illness?
- by Cynthia Hammer, M.S.W. explores the rational behind calling various brain problems mental illnesses. For Members Only
- Life–Long Consequences of ADHD
- For Members Only
