Monday, 06 March 2023 00:00

ADHD

Are you forgetting to pay bills? Living in a disorganized environment?
Wednesday, 19 October 2022 00:00

Identifying ADHD in Children

Published in Children's Health
Monday, 14 October 2019 08:00

ADHD

While children living with neurodifferences have certain struggles, their parents also have a rough journey.
Many individuals with deficits in certain areas of the brain possess great talents.
Wednesday, 06 March 2019 12:06

The True Costs of Untreated ADHD in Adults


For individuals who experience life with untreated Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), the personal costs of living with the disorder can be enormous. 

Like many mental health disorders, conditions such as ADHD often go untreated due to social stigma about seeing a psychiatrist or psychologist, misunderstandings about mental health conditions, or simply self-blame for the symptoms of the disorder. 

Here are just a few of the costs of untreated ADHD in adults, and why addressing the condition can significantly improve your quality of life.
Published in RadioMD Blog
Friday, 11 May 2018 00:00

ADHD & Misdiagnosis

What is the specific source behind your child's ADHD?
Published in Wellness for Life
Friday, 12 January 2018 00:00

Neurofeedback for ADD/ADHD

Learn how the brain can be retrained to improve focus for those with ADD and ADHD.
Published in Wellness for Life
How can it be possible that some of the most accomplished actors, business professionals and athletes all suffer from ADHD?
Your child's behavioral issues may have natural causes.
Published in Wellness for Life
A severe deterioration is happening in the collective health of our nation's children. But, drugs should be a last resort, not an automatic response.
Published in Naturally Savvy

Twenty years ago, we hardly heard of ADHD, an acronym for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. 

Today, the term ADHD is so loosely used that anytime anyone feels they are unfocused, overly scheduled or mentally cluttered they may say “I’m so ADHD.” 

But, are they? 

When is it just a simple lack of focus due to stress or bad habits and when might it be ADHD?

Dr. Sanam Hafeez is a NYC based licensed clinical neuropsychologist, teaching faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the founder and Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services specializes in ADHD and other learning disorders. 

She offers some characteristics, that when chronic tendencies, could mean ADHD and thus worth getting screened for it.
Published in RadioMD Blog
Tuesday, 14 March 2017 00:00

Holistic Help for ADHD/ADD

ADHD is not a discipline problem. It is a medical condition that presents as a set of symptoms with a range of possible underlying causes unique to each child.
Published in Talk Healthy Today
Tuesday, 15 November 2016 00:00

ADHD: Thinking Outside the Pill Box

Are drugs the answer for addressing ADHD symptoms?
Published in Talk Healthy Today
Friday, 23 September 2016 09:00

ADHD: Latest Treatments

Discover the factors that contribute to ADHD, as well as the latest treatments.
Published in Wellness for Life
What's taking place in your intestines is determining your risk for any number of brain-related conditions.
Friday, 06 May 2016 11:46

What to Ask Before Starting ADHD Meds

Learn alternative treatments for ADHD.
Published in Health Radio
Wednesday, 09 March 2016 12:11

ADHD: Fuel for Adventure

New research points to an "adventure" gene in those who have ADHD.
Published in Naturally Savvy
Right now, the person next to you may be suffering from an invisible disability... and you wouldn't even know it.
Published in Naturally Savvy
Tuesday, 20 October 2015 12:00

Development Disorders Debunked

Pediatric ER physician Dr. Pip Spandorfer discusses developmental disorders, in particular Attention Deficit & Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism spectrum Disorder.
Published in Sharecare Radio
Thursday, 20 August 2015 12:00

Does Having ADHD Work to Your Advantage?

How can it be possible that some of the most accomplished actors, business professionals and athletes all suffer from ADHD?
Withholding treatment for ADD or ADHD is like withholding glasses from someone who can't see.
Published in Naturally Savvy
Disorders like autism, Asperger's, ADHD, dyslexia, and even depression can create challenges for those who live with and love them.
Published in Naturally Savvy
Friday, 27 February 2015 12:33

Set Yourself Free from ADHD

If you suffer from ADHD, learn firsthand from a fellow sufferer on how this condition actually comes with benefits.
Published in Wellness for Life
Saturday, 25 October 2014 16:25

Are You Living with an Invisible Disability?

Life with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, autism, dyslexia or other "invisible disabilities" can be isolating and, too often, filled with shame and silence.
Wednesday, 22 October 2014 11:11

Natural Ways to Treat ADHD

What if you could harness some of your ADD "symptoms" to create a happy, fully functional life?
Published in Naturally Savvy
If you’re pregnant, think twice before taking acetaminophen as it could increase the risk of ADHD.
A growing concern on college campuses is that students are "sharing" their ADHD drugs with others.
Published in Healthy Children
Wednesday, 26 February 2014 12:11

Can Dietiary Changes Help Kids with ADHD?

Could doing something as simple as improving your child's diet help with ADHD?
Published in Healthy Children
Neuro-feedback can contribute to lasting improvements for children with ADHD. Could this type of training help your child?
Published in Healthy Children
"I work best under pressure." Is there truth to this statement or does it just perpetuate anxiety and stress?
Published in HER
If your kid is complaining about school, should you get involved? Or just "wait and watch"?
Published in Healthy Children
If you or someone you know suffers from ADHD, you cannot afford to miss this interview.
Wednesday, 20 November 2013 12:11

Identifying the Signs of Autism Earlier

The AAP recommends screening children for autism at 18 months, but research suggests subtle warning signs may be apparent even earlier.
Published in Healthy Children
Thursday, 24 October 2013 12:11

Are You an Adult Living with ADHD?

Wendy Davis, star of Army Wives, shares her views and experiences as an adult living with ADHD.
Wednesday, 23 October 2013 12:00

What Are Your Goals for Your ADHD Child?

What are the best treatment options for your ADHD child?
Published in Healthy Children
Minority kids have been shown to be at a disadvantage for medical care. Could they also be at risk for a missed autism diagnosis?
Published in Healthy Children
Wednesday, 10 July 2013 12:22

How to Stop Trantrums in their Tracks

Learn how to prevent and stop tantrum behavior once and for all.
Published in Healthy Children
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