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By Sarah Ludwig Rausch Pretty much everyone has heard of ADD, or as we now call it, ADHD. (That stands for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder). And I think it’s safe to say that most of us have a preconceived idea about it. When you think of someone with ADHD, is the image… 

One of the most exciting things about a new year is the opportunity for positive change. If your child has ADHD, there are several resolutions you can implement as a family to make living with this condition a bit easier. Improve Sleep Hygiene Sleep is important for any child or… 

Holiday breaks and vacations are often filled with family time, well-deserved relaxation, and around-the-clock fun, but unfortunately, there comes a point when we need to return to the real world and our busy lives.  For many adults, the end of the holidays or a vacation can trigger stress, fear, and… 

Coping with the end of the year burnout This has been quite a year.  The end of the year is time to reflect and re-energize yourself as it’s the start of the next year, but often this can be overwhelming and exhausting. Burnout can be common at this time and… 

We all have our story of how we learned to understand our ADHD diagnosis, but what about those around us? Instead of being in our shoes and experiencing ADHD firsthand, our friends and families are looking at ADHD through a window and they may not understand its nuances and how… 

With the holidays among us and the festivities that come with the season, it’s vital to set healthy expectations and habits so that we can make the most out of time with friends and family. Of course, holiday get-togethers come with a multitude of influences that can affect mental wellbeing,… 

What Is It & How Can We Navigate the Changing Seasons? As we transition from fall into winter, our bodies’ often react to seasonal changes, affecting the way we live our lives. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a mood disorder, most commonly known as seasonal depression, that is triggered by a… 

How it’s different & how to make it easier. The holidays are here — Halloween just passed and now it’s pumpkin spice everything with Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner.  With ADHD, routine and schedule are very important. You know some things are going to happen no matter what: work… 

At this point in the school year, it may already be time for a dreaded pop-quiz or lengthy test. Tests are already stressful, but for someone with ADHD, they can bring a new element of dread. Help your student ace their next quiz or test with these tips.  Start early.… 

Pumpkin spice season has come and (nearly) gone and now it’s time for peppermint and pine. Even among the twinkling lights, crisp weather, and neatly wrapped packages, the holiday season isn’t always merry and bright.  While many celebrate the arrival of the holiday season, it can have a somber effect… 

Last week, we asked ADHD Online staff to describe their experience with ADHD in 140 characters or less. Many of the responses mentioned how ADHD can be distracting or result in procrastination tendencies. While it’s true that many symptoms of ADHD can disrupt daily life, our mission at ADHD Online…