ADHD Counseling

ADHD Consulting Program Article on Most Never Outgrow of ADHD

Posted on by Mark Moran

ADHD usually stays with an individual.  A recent study pointed out that only 10 percent of children with ADHD grow out of it as an adult.  This means many individuals who have ADHD still need help as adults.  Many adults need to learn how to cope with ADHD symptoms but for those who have never been diagnosed or those who discontinue care as they grow older can face many challenges.

 

Few outgrow the effects of ADHD. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Program

 

The article, “Only 10% of kids with ADHD grow out of it as adults, study says” by Katherine Ellison looks closer at untreated ADHD in adults.

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It is important hence for individuals to continue treatment or utilize coping skills in dealing with ADHD.  Parents should also be proactive in helping their children receive the mental help they need for better social and academic success.  It is something that will probably not go away and hence requires attention.

Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Program and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and open to mental health professionals interested in a four year certification in ADHD Consulting.

ADHD Consulting Certification Article on Adult ADHD

Posted on by Mark Moran

Not knowing if you have ADHD or not as an adult can be a big deal.  Many do not understand their behaviors and a diagnoses can lead to many corrections and coping aides for those behaviors.  Hence if you feel you may have ADHD or suspect it, then it is usually wise to meet with a counselor and see.  Those specialized in ADHD Consulting can also help one learn to better cope with the issues that accompany ADHD.

Adult ADHD can result in much disorganization. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification

 

The article, “How Do I Know if I Have Adult A.D.H.D.?” by Christina Caron and the New York Times discusses somethings to consider regarding ADHD and if you may have it.  She states,

“When adults ignore tasks that require these skills, it can create chaos. Bills pile up; lateness at work can lead to being fired; health appointments are delayed or neglected; accidents happen. In educational and workplace settings, adults with untreated A.D.H.D. often feel unmotivated and tend to have poor planning and problem-solving skills when an obstacle emerges, said Russell A. Barkley, a clinical professor of psychiatry at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and the author of “Taking Charge of Adult A.D.H.D.”

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Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in ADHD Consulting.

 

ADHD Consultant Program Article on Impulse Spending in ADHD

Posted on by Mark Moran

ADHD can put some into hyper modes that confuse.  Spending is no different.  ADHD time blindness can result in many unnecessary purchases as a person continues to buy.  Uncontrolled impulsive spending can put great havoc and stress on finances.    One is more focused on the present and without consequences of later.  ADHD Consultants and other professionals can help an individual identify these triggers and issues.

Impulse spending and ADHD correlate with each other. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consultant Program

 

The article, “ADHD Time Blindness Contributes to My Impulse Spending” by Mikhal Weiner looks at how ADHD and spending now and paying later can be a dangerous combination.  She states,

“The impulsivity that’s associated with ADHD comes from the same cognitive impairment that causes a nearsightedness to time. A 2010 study in The Journal of Neuroscience used fMRI scans to examine how dopamine affects impulsive behaviors in 14 individuals and found that “dopamine could potentially increase impulsive choice in two distinct ways,” either by discounting the gains that a person stands to receive in the future, or by making smaller, more immediate gains seem more attractive.”

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Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consultant Program and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in ADHD Consulting.

 

ADHD Consulting Certification Article on ADHD as Inattentive and Hyperactive

Posted on by Mark Moran

ADHD and ADD used to closely related but different in that ADD was only lack of attention without hyperactivity but now both again share the same ADHD initials but are classified as different types.  Some ADHD is inattentive while others are hyperactive.  With ADD out, the article below looks to explain the differences between ADHD in both inattentive or hyperactive individuals

Is your ADHD disorder more hyperactive or inattentive? Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification

 

“ADD vs. ADHD: What’s the Difference?” by Hope Gillette looks at these differences.  She states,

“Before 1987, living with chronic inattention and distracted thoughts might have meant you were living with attention deficit disorder (ADD).  Though ADD is considered an outdated term, it’s still used to describe “inattentive ADHD” — a form of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).”

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Both elements of ADHD can be difficult.  Some have both while others deal with one symptom at a greater level than others.   It is important to find someone to help an individual cope with the symptoms that are most present.

AICHP offers a certification in ADHD Consulting for qualified professionals to advance their knowledge of ADHD.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals looking for a ADHD Consulting Certification.  Please review and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.

ADHD Consulting Program Article on Adult ADHD

Posted on by Mark Moran

Adults sometimes live life with various annoyances and life ticks without knowing why.  Many have varies issues such as OCD or ADHD.  Unless diagnosed and treated, these minor issues can cause major problems in social interaction and relationships with other.  Many diagnoses can help others face issues such as Bi-Polar or ADHD or OCD and save multiple relationships.  Individuals if they do not feel like they are in control of certain impulses or mental needs, should see a counselor.

Adult ADHD can cause a myriad of social issues. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Program and see if it meets your academic and professional goals

 

The article, “ADULT ADHD: HOW TO KNOW IF YOU HAVE IT” by James Brown and Alex Conner take a closer look at ADHD in particular and how it affects adults and what to do to know if you have it or not.  They state,

“ADHD can be debilitating and is associated with a higher likelihood of lower quality of life, substance use issues, unemployment, accidental injuries, suicide, and premature death. ADHD can also cost adults around £18,000 per year because of things like medical care or paying for social support.  It’s also commonly associated with a wide range of co-existing conditions in adults. Depression is almost three times more prevalent in adults with ADHD. And nearly half of all adults with ADHD also have bipolar spectrum disorder.”

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Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Program and see if it meets your academic and professional goals in helping individuals deal and cope with ADHD.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a certification in ADHD Consulting.

In the meantime, those who are looking for treatment can find diagnosis with various professional counselors and learn how to better deal with ADHD.

ADHD Consulting Certification Article on ADHD and Lack of Sleep

Posted on by Mark Moran

ADHD can hurt affect people in many ways and lack of sleep is no exception.  A racing mind can cause multiple issues for someone who wishes to sleep.   It is especially bad for children suffering from ADHD.  Parents need to know how to best help their children with ADHD be better able to sleep.

Sleep and ADHD can be a difficult combination. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Program

 

The article, “What to do if a child with ADHD cannot sleep” by Zawn Villinas and reviwed by Akilah Reynolds looks at the issues of ADHD and lack of sleep. The article states,

” The relationship between ADHD symptoms and sleep problems can create a cycle that is challenging for children and their parents and caregivers. However, many strategies can help     kids with ADHD have better sleep.  In this article, we look at the relationship between ADHD and sleep, techniques for improving sleep, and when to seek support from a doctor.”

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Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.   The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in ADHD Consulting.

ADHD Consulting Certification Article on ADHD Medication and Work Performance

Posted on by Mark Moran

ADHD has a horrible affect on work and school.  This is a known fact and is of no surprise that adults who do not manage and treat their ADHD also suffer poor work performances.  Work requires focus and attention and ADHD just strips the individual of those abilities

ADHD medication helps keep employees focused in most studies. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification

 

The article, “Adult Work Productivity Decreases with Poor ADHD Medication Adherence” by Lilly Constance looks at a study that reviewed individuals who did not properly maintain their medication doses for ADHD and the correlation between that and work.  The article states,

“Poor stimulant medication adherence was associated with greater absenteeism and indirect costs for adults with ADHD, according to a study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders.1 The small study, which included 395 participants with low/medium adherence and 207 with high adherence to ADHD medication, found significantly greater levels of absenteeism, absenteeism-related indirect costs, and total indirect costs among the subjects with poor adherence”

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Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in ADHD Consulting.

ADHD Consulting Certification Article on ADHD and Children’s Emotions

Posted on by Mark Moran

Children with ADHD can pose a challenge.  Their emotions can alter and change with the symptoms of ADHD.  It is a good idea by parents to chart behavior and see if they can find a correlation with certain things throughout the day.

Charting the emotions of an ADHD child is a useful tool for parents. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification

 

The article, “ADHD and Your Child’s Emotions: How a Feelings Chart Can Help” by Evan Starkman looks at the benefits of logging behavioral changes in one’s ADHD child.  The article states,

“Wiznitzer treats children with ADHD, and he says that several things can play a role in magnifying a child’s emotions. For some kids, the disorder brings on symptoms that make them hyper and impulsive. But it’s more than that, he says. A child’s surroundings also can also influence how they behave. Plus, ADHD can affect thinking skills called executive functions, making it harder for someone to be “behaviorally flexible” and go with the flow, Wiznitzer says.:

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Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification as an ADHD Consultant.

 

ADHD Consulting Program Article on ADHD and Relationships

Posted on by Mark Moran

ADHD behavior can have annoying consequences for family and partners.  Individuals who do unaware of their ADHD diagnosis can behave in ways that are detrimental to relationships.  These relationships can be strained due to the ADHD behavior.  It is important as an adult to know if you have ADHD.

ADHD can have cause numerous difficulties in relationships. Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Program

 

Knowing one has ADHD can save a relationship and help one better cope with the symptoms and preserve the relationship.

The article, “Why Adults With ADHD Have Relationship Problems” by Maria Miguel looks closer at how ADHD can sabotage a relationship.  She states,

“We all have problems, and relationships are hard enough to maintain without them. Between temptation, busy schedules, and distractions, it’s virtually impossible to avoid romantic drama these days. To make matters worse, some adults suffer with ADHD.”

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Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Program and see if it meets your academic and professional goals. The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in ADHD Consulting.

ADHD Consulting Certification Article on ADHD and Behavioral Therapies

Posted on by Mark Moran

Many turn to merely medication to treat ADHD but for maximum benefits, sometimes combining it with behavioral therapy is an excellent way to help manage symptoms.  Behavioral therapy looks to identify the issues associated with ADHD and work towards correcting with behavioral modifications.

Can behavioral therapies be helpful for those suffering from ADHD? Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification Program

 

The article, “Does behavioral therapy help with ADHD?” by Jeffrey Dizoll looks at how behavioral therapies can help those with ADHD.  He states,

“After identifying a problematic behavior, a person and their therapist can develop a plan to address it and substitute a positive behavior. This could involve a reward for switching to the more helpful behavior and consequences for continuing with the problematic one.”

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Behavioral therapy can help individuals identify and work on issues associated with ADHD and gain some personal control without the side effects of medication.

Please also review AIHCP’s ADHD Consulting Certification and see if it matches your academic and professional goals.  The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals seeking a four year certification in ADHD Consulting.