246- The Exercise Rx for ADHD
Powerful evidence shows that exercise improves not only physical health, but attention, working memory, behavior, mood, and executive functions. John J. Ratey, M.D., explains how to use movement to ea...
5 Syys 201955min
245- Find Your Path: A Roadmap for Choosing a College, a Career, or Something Different
When ADHD is in the picture, the leap to college often overwhelms, but, as Rick Fiery points out, this isn't the only path. Learn about post-H.S. options for your teen with ADHD, and how to increase t...
4 Syys 201959min
244- How ADHD Shortens Life Expectancy: What Parents and Doctors Need to Know
ADHD may lead to social, academic, & organizational challenges—but did you know that the disorder's increased health risks may shorten longevity? Russell Barkley, Ph.D., discusses why ADHD is not just...
3 Syys 201954min
243- The ADHD-ODD Connection
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a mental health disorder characterized by a well-established pattern of behavior problems. David Anderson, Ph.D., helps parents understand their child's ODD diag...
27 Elo 20191h 1min
242- ADHD and Substance Use Disorders: How to Recognize and Manage Addiction
An estimated 15 to 25 percent of adults with a lifetime history of substance abuse disorder (SUD) also have ADHD. Timothy Wilens, M.D., explores this link and outlines best treatments for managing an ...
22 Elo 201955min
241- New Supplement Strategies: Using Trace Minerals and Plant Extracts to Treat ADHD
Addressing key nutritional imbalances with an integrative treatment plan has proven effective in treating ADHD, as has using natural, plant-derived compounds called oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs)...
22 Elo 201953min
240- How to Communicate and Connect with a Defiant, Explosive Child
How do you connect with a child or teen who doesn't want to talk with you—and who is defensive or angry? Parenting expert Kirk Martin offers practical strategies for turning explosive situations into ...
22 Elo 201958min
239- Sleep and the ADHD Brain: Why It's Critical and How to Get More
Sleep is vitally important for brain development and learning in children, teens, and adults—yet few of us get enough. Joel Nigg, Ph.D., & Elizabeth Super, M.D., review the optimal amount by life stag...
9 Elo 201953min
