ADHD

When we have ADHD, it can seem insidious but it can really take over your life. Here are some ways to understand your ADHD and gain your control back from its’ symptoms.

  • How to Treat ADHD Without Medication (video, 3m45s): Ned Hallowell, MD describes a few ways to treat ADHD without medication and why they work. He recommends physical activity, coaching, finding a creative outlet, and making your environment work for you.

  • ADD/ADHD: What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? (video, 28m14s): Thomas E. Brown, PhD, discusses ADHD diagnosis, ADHD symptoms, available ADHD treatment options, and ADHD medication. ADD/ADHD is not a behavior problem. It has far more to do with the brain’s management system. Remember, ADHD has nothing to do with how smart a person is.

  • ADHD Pomodoro Timer - 4x25 minutes (video, 2h): The Pomodoro Method is a useful tool for creating structure with 25 minute sessions of ‘getting things done’. This video guides you through 4 25-minute pomodoro sessions, so you can put it on when you have some work to do! This channel, the “Mini ADHD Coach”, has different variations of this video, so check them out if you like it!

  • How to Create a Bullet Journal (video, 6m50s): Bullet Journaling is a great way to organize a task list for yourself if you have ADHD. Created by Ryder Carroll, it is designed as a mindfulness practice with productivity in mind. In this video, Jessica McCabe explains how to create your own bullet journal with just pen and paper.