ADD Insights, LLC

Guest Blog: Interview with Author Melissa Orlov

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:26:30 +0000

Melissa Orlov is a marriage consultant and the author of The ADHD Effect on Marriage. She teaches seminars for couples impacted by ADHD, blogs for Psychology Today and at www.adhdmarriage.com. She is considered a leader in the field, and has been interviewed by many national news organizations about the topic. 1. It appears that for [...]

Recover from Your First Semester: A Guide to Moving Forward and Finding Success

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:32:04 +0000

The first semester in college is often the hardest. After four months of adjusting, the strain of a new environment, learning style, schedule and budget, among other changes, begin to accumulate. While the stress often shows in students’ grades, it is important that they keep in mind that a rocky start is often natural, especially for students with ADD/ADHD. With the proper changes, these students especially will be able to make the next semester a successful one.

Helping Families Build Better Bridges to Good Communication

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:47:44 +0000

Join Carol Gignoux and John Bradshaw May 19th - May 20th. Carol will be presenting a breakout session on May 19th entitled, Helping Families Build Better Bridges to Good Communication.

It’s not the 1950′s Anymore, Ladies…

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:37:34 +0000

It's lovely, isn't it? If we had this sort of advice growing up, we all would have gotten straight A's and risen to the top of the social ladder. Forget homework, which often takes hours to complete at the high school level. Women just need to spend extra time fixing their hair, make every nook and cranny spotless, go to sleep on time every night and we're set. It's that simple!

January 2012 Inspirational Desktop Wallpaper

admin — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 21:31:08 +0000

Download January’s Inspirational Desktop Calendar! “Changes in small steps… “ Download your FREE Desktop Wallpaper Today! (Select the resolution/size of the wallpaper that best fits your screen, and right-click to ‘Set as Desktop Background…”)

Attention Deficit Disorder – The Damage of the Word “Disorder”

admin — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 20:29:27 +0000

The word disorder - like disability or debilitation - may often give the impression that the person is altogether debilitated. Children with this label often grow up believing that they are incapable of catching up to their fellow students in school, let alone feel capable of surpassing them in any way. Above all, the word disorder overlooks the assets that often come with having the ADHD brain type.

ADD Insights, LLC – Setting Goals and Keeping Them in 2012

admin — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 19:39:09 +0000

For those with ADD/ADHD, even those long-overdue changes can feel next to impossible to fulfill when stacked up against the responsibilities you will face at home and work once the celebrations end.

For People with ADHD – 4 Tips to Ensure a Memorable Holiday

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:11:29 +0000

Many, especially those with ADD/ADHD, rush in and try to do it all without stopping to ask themselves what they want to get out of it all. By diving right into all of these responsibilities, people tend to burn out right around this time of year. Those who fall apart often spark arguments with family, friends and loved ones, which can end the holidays on a sour note.

ADD Insights, LLC – December 2011 Inspirational Desktop Wallpaper

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:58:26 +0000

Download December’s Inspirational Desktop Calendar! “It’s important to know yourself, to be aware of your own strengths and weaknesses, but it’s not enough…” Download your FREE Desktop Wallpaper Today! (Select the resolution/size of the wallpaper that best fits your screen, and right-click to ‘Set as [...]

ADD Insights, LLC – ADHD, Parental Disapproval and Self-love

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 23:13:32 +0000

Throughout your life, you may have experienced mistreatment because of your differences, even starting at home. Becoming an adult, you may expect to be bullied, beaten down and devalued in your relationships. You’ve built your whole personality around an old, broken family dynamic. Now is the time to leave behind your habits of feeling defeated, and to learn how to love.