Category: ADHD

Weight Loss Medication

Cascia Talbert

Weight Loss Medication There are many medications that can help with weight loss. Some examples are bupropion/naltrexone (Contrave), liraglutide (Saxenda), and semaglutide (Mounjaro). These drugs may be prescribed along with other treatment options, like bariatric surgery. They can also improve health problems related to obesity, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Phentermine Phentermine is an appetite suppressant that works by altering the levels of neurotransmitters in your brain. It also helps you feel more alert and makes it easier to concentrate on daily tasks. It can help you maintain…

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Sensory Bins for Autism

Cascia Talbert

Sensory Bins for Autism Children with autism often have sensory processing issues. This includes hypersensitivity (too much stimulation) or hyposensitivity (too little). Sensory toys stimulate one or more of the five senses and help kids learn to self-regulate. They may be brightly colored to engage visual sensory input, or they might have different textures for tactile sensing. Sensory Bins Sensory bins offer a way to engage kids in sensory processing by using sight, sound and touch while they play. They can be used for all ages, from babies to preschoolers…

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Hats For Trichotillomania

Cascia Talbert

Hats For Trichotillomania People who have trichotillomania feel an intense urge to pull their hair, which can include the hair on their scalp, eyebrows or groin. This behavior can also include chewing or licking the pulled hairs, or playing with them. If you or your child have trichotillomania, it is important to see your doctor as early as possible. They can check that there are no underlying causes and refer you for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). 1. Wear a hat Many people with trichotillomania find that when they wear a…

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How to Recognize Attention Deficit Disorder

Cascia Talbert
attention deficit disorder

How to Recognize Attention Deficit Disorder Having trouble sitting still, paying attention or controlling impulsive behavior can cause major problems at home, in school and at work. Symptoms continue into adulthood in more than three-quarters of cases. A person shows this presentation when he or she displays six or more inattention symptoms and also six or more hyperactive-impulsive ADHD symptoms. For example, they often lose things needed for tasks and activities or forget about appointments or errands. 1. Difficulty Paying Attention Everyone has trouble paying attention sometimes, but when it’s…

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Sensory Games You Can Add to an Indoor Playground

Casey Cartwright
Sensory Games You Can Add to an Indoor Playground

People of all ages and abilities experience the world through their senses. Children are new to our world and are still learning about it and their senses. If your child also has a sensory-processing disorder such as autism, then they may need extra help learning how to process their senses and use them to learn about the world. An indoor playground is a great way to help your child have safe sensory experiences. If you already have an indoor playground or play area, you can add these sensory games to…

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Can Aromatherapy Help Kids With Special Needs?

Casey Cartwright
Can Aromatherapy Help Kids With Special Needs?

Aromatherapy is among the most popular health and wellness trends, with many people incorporating it into their daily lives. But can aromatherapy help kids with special needs? We answer that question and more below. Aromatherapy, Explained Before we get into aromatherapy and children, what does aromatherapy mean? Aromatherapy is a word that gets thrown around a lot in health and wellness, but it’s definitionally using essential oils from plants for mental and physical healing. Essential oils and aromatherapy have exploded in popularity over the past decade, as many people use…

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Cascia Talbert

Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a disorder in which a person is unable to focus on one task or activity for more than a few minutes. The disorder is often undiagnosed, and the symptoms of ADD may be caused by other disorders, including sleep problems, cardiovascular disease, or even other brain injuries. However, there are many people with ADD who do not exhibit any of these symptoms. Although this condition is not curable, there are several things you can do to treat it and avoid the symptoms. The most common…

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Managing the Behavior of Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Cascia Talbert

While some of the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are expected as a child grows, the behavior of children with ADHD can be very challenging. They may be easily distracted and notice things other children do not. Their behavior can be a problem, especially when they are trying to learn or make friends. As a child reaches school age, the behaviors of children with ADHD may not be able to keep up with their peers and teachers. As an adult, ADHD can cause problems at work or with supervisors…

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ADHD Treatment: Medication For Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Cascia Talbert

adhd and anxiety PhotoBy Finmiki from Pixabay ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The disorder shows certain symptoms such as hyperactivity, absentmindedness, impulsiveness and distractibility in the patient. One important aspect about treatment for ADHD is you need to be constantly in touch with your doctor for taking the appropriate medicine at the right time. Remember the doctor is dealing with the most important part of human system, i.e. your brain. Any negligence on your part in reporting the actual development or delay on the part of the doctor to…

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The ADHD Magnesium Connection

Cascia Talbert

adhd medication Photo By chenspec from Pixabay Iron and zinc deficiencies have been connected with Attention Deficit Disorder. Magnesium, though lesser recognized for its relationship to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is also a mineral to look at. There are a number of studies connecting low magnesium levels to the conditions of Attention Deficit Disorder. Researchers are not sure if magnesium deficiency leads to Attention Deficit Disorder or if the magnesium supplementation helps reduce the symptoms. Either way, if you have attentional problems, you will want to add magnesium to your diet. A 1998…

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