ADHD Roller Coaster: "Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?"

Neurofeedback for ADHD: State of the Science

Gina Pera — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:28:45 +0000

People often ask me if neurofeedback is an effective treatment for ADHD. Given that the expert consensus is “maybe” or “sometimes,” I try to answer along those lines, pointing out that many factors should be considered. For example: How quickly do you need results (is a child about to fail a grade or an adult [...]

MDs and Truth in Advertising, err Blogging

Gina Pera — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:28:02 +0000

Isn’t it great when psychiatrists publish websites or blogs that help you decide if they might be the right (or very wrong) choice for you? Isn’t it really great when their guest comments on other blogs provide an entirely different picture of their approach than you would get by reading the pro forma info on [...]

“One Man’s” Story Touches This Mom

Gina Pera — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 22:52:52 +0000

Last month I ran a guest post, One Man’s Rugged Reality of ADD, by Dylan Rosen. As the outpouring of supportive comments demonstrates, this first-person account of late-diagnosis ADD touched many minds and hearts among ADHD Roller Coaster blog readers. The ensuing comments are all well worth reading, but the one from “Brandy” stood out [...]

Listen Up! “You Me ADD” Now Audiobook

Gina Pera — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 23:08:23 +0000

At least weekly since my book was published, I receive an e-mail asking when the audio version will be available. Thank goodness I can finally say NOW. Seeking a unique gift for yourself or loved ones this holiday season? How about a comprehensive spoken-word guide to understanding the broad strokes and small nuances of ADHD [...]

Seeking Your Stories of Resilience

Gina Pera — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:56:09 +0000

Reading last week’s first-person essay (“The Rugged Reality of ADD”, by Dylan) and the many comments reminds me to tell you about The Resilience Through the Lifespan Project, conducted by Mark Katz, Ph.D., whom I wrote about recently here. I hope that you will consider participating in this important endeavor. Here are the details. In [...]

One Man’s “Rugged Reality of ADD”

Gina Pera — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:03:44 +0000

A new friend has graciously agreed to share his Success Story story with ADHD Roller Coaster readers: The Rugged Reality of ADD, by Dylan Rosen Do not read this if you are looking for a “Happy ADD Story.” I do not have the gold medals of Michael Phelps or the arm of Terry Bradshaw. My [...]

Vitamin B12 and Cognitive Function

Gina Pera — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:31:21 +0000

A quick note to share with you this important article on Vitamin B12 in The New York Times. I lived for many decades not knowing I had borderline pernicious anemia. Finally, a smart physician directed me to supplement B12 with injections. So every week (or when I remember), I stab myself with the required ccs [...]

“You, Me, ADD” Now Available for Kindle

Gina Pera — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:45:45 +0000

A quick note to let you know that my book, Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?, is available as a download from Amazon.com for Kindle devices and Kindle applications for iPads, iPhones, PCs, and so forth. Just click on the book title above to go directly to the product page. Please tell your friends [...]

See You At CHADD in Orlando Next Week!

Gina Pera — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:40:29 +0000

If you’re attending the 23rd Annual International CHADD Conference in Orlando next week, please say hello! I will be teaching a pre-conference institute (“Relationships and ADHD”) with psychologist Arthur Robin) on Wednesday, Nov. 10. Plus, I will offer a general conference presentation (“Adult ADHD Symptoms or Poor Coping Strategies: Success Strategies for Singles and Couples”) [...]

San Diego’s Place to Be for ADHD

Gina Pera — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:33:01 +0000

Don’t let Dr. Mark Katz’s gentle demeanor and kind eyes fool you. For more years than he probably cares to count, this psychologist and clinic director has been one of the strongest and most steadfast advocates and professionals the ADHD community has seen. A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of re-visiting his San [...]