*This post is a response to An Open Letter to My Husband's ADHD To My Wife, While it's hard to put into words; I do realize how difficult I am. It is not my intention to be this way - and especially not to hurt you. I really am trying, whether or not you're able to believe that. I think you know that, but at times it's hard to remember. You are the most gentle, loyal, and caring person I've ever met. It's what makes you an incredible therapist and an incredible friend, but also … [Read more...]
ADHD Myths
Despite much research into ADHD and attempts to increase awareness of the disorder, many myths surrounding ADHD still exist. These can lead to issues with people seeking help, as well as increases in low self-esteem and negative associations regarding challenges that many ADHD sufferers face. Some myths regarding ADHD have been widely repeated in areas such as the media and by some healthcare professionals or teachers and parents. Why are Myths Harmful? Myths surrounding ADHD are harmful … [Read more...]
ADHD is Different for Women
For many years, ADHD was considered something which mainly affected boy, and rarely girls. This attitude has continued into adulthood where despite the increasing awareness of adult ADHD, it’s only been recently that the unique challenges that women face has begun to be addressed. For many years, women’s ADHD was felt to be invisible, with little attention being given to the possibility that the disorder presented very differently in females. However, many women report symptoms which … [Read more...]
Episode 2 with Alex Urevick-Ackelsberg, CEO of Zivtech
Hey everybody, welcome to episode number two of The A.D.D. Entrepreneur. Today I am thrilled to be joined by Alex Urevick-Ackelsberg, the Founder of Zivtech, a Philly-based digital strategy company specializing in application and product development, who also obviously happens to have ADD. Thanks for hopping on here, Alex. Alex: Absolutely, happy to join. Nick: That said, again, I wanna make sure...I don't know if you wanna add anything on to what it is you do because what we were … [Read more...]
Attention Deficit Disorder in the Elderly
Yep, you read that right. You’re probably thinking “Attention Deficit Disorder in the elderly? I thought only children were diagnosed with that” You are right in your thinking. Until recently, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) was widely thought to be a disease that only presented itself in early childhood, but ADD in the elderly is becoming an increasingly common occurrence. As caretakers, learning how to deal with the symptoms of ADD is a major step in improving the lives of those … [Read more...]
ADHD and Executive Function
During the beginning of the last century, ADHD was commonly seen as a condition which had resulted from brain damage in the child. This model was rejected in latter half of the 20th Century, going out of fashion by the end of the 1980’s. In the decades that have followed research has provided a wealth of new information when it comes to ADHD and how it affects children. One of the biggest leaps forward in our knowledge has come from research into Executive Function and what impact ADHD … [Read more...]
Most Common Myths & ADHD Stereotypes
Despite much publicity over the last two decades, ADHD is still a condition that’s widely misunderstood. The common stereotype of the ‘naughty, uncontrollable child,’ still prevails among many people. Even when this stereotype isn’t being reinforced by lack of education, the condition is most often seen as being related solely to children being hyperactive and unable to concentrate. Other aspects of the disorder are often not recognized. In addition, stereotypes and stigmas exist with … [Read more...]
Episode 1 with Ross Fruin, Co-Founder of SearchLogic
To kick off The ADD Entrepreneur Podcast, I interview Ross Fruin, Co-Founder of Portland, OR based direct-response marketing agency, SearchLogic. My favorite quote from this episode is: We live in a world where our education system has not evolved much from 100 years ago. If you're unable to listen, the full podcast transcript can be read below: Nick: Hey. Welcome to the ADD Entrepreneur. This is our flagship podcast and I'm really excited to kick this off with an entrepreneur with … [Read more...]
ADD and Depression
First The Bad News Depression is estimated to be 2.7 times more prevalent among adults with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) than among the general adult population. The above statement was first written by Dr. Carl Sherman, Ph.D. in a similar article. He goes on to explain that counter to the bad news above, the good news is that many of the remedies utilized to offset and treat depression for people without ADD, will work for us too. What I found fascinating about … [Read more...]
5 Foods To Avoid When You Have ADD
What if I told you there are common foods that actually magnify your ADD and ADHD? When I say common I mean really common, as in foods you probably eat every month (if not every week). I didn't believe it myself at first, and then I started researching.. and what I found shocked me. It has been not only fascinating to learn how some of the ingredients in these foods, and even raw natural foods themselves, compound the effects of my ADHD - but the effects on cutting them out, have been … [Read more...]
