What Causes ADHD?

What Causes ADHD?

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ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is frequently misunderstood. This partly arises because scientists and brain experts don’t fully understand this condition. Yet, with a vast amount of research conducted and continually underway, we are beginning to gain a greater understanding—and even greater compassion for those with ADHD.

So, why does ADHD happen in the first place? While this is a complex question, there are a few factors that are believed to lead to ADHD, as discussed in more detail below.

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How Sugar Can Make Things Worse for Your Child with ADHD

Bitter-Sweetness: How Sugar Can Make Things Worse for Your Child with ADHD

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Nutrition can have a profound effect on those living with attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While ADHD is not caused by eating habits, certain foods and exercise behaviors can either alleviate or exacerbate symptoms. Unfortunately, recent studies have demonstrated children with ADHD inattentive type are more likely to partake in unhealthy diet compared to children without ADHD. The study, published in Nutrients, showed that only 12% of children with ADHD will eat a healthy diet. The results mean that those with ADHD are partaking in behaviors that makes life potentially more difficult. Therefore, it is increasingly important to become educated on healthy lifestyle habits to address and alleviate ADHD symptoms.

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5 Tips for Family Caregivers of Individuals With Dementia

5 Tips for Family Caregivers of Individuals With Dementia

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As a family member, it’s a difficult and emotional journey to care for and watch your loved one experience signs of dementia. Yet, having a consistent caregiver (and having someone they are familiar with care for them) can substantially improve their quality of life. 

At the same time, caring for an individual with dementia, especially someone you love, can be overwhelming. In fact, as a caregiver, you have an increased risk of experiencing physical and mental health problems. It’s by no means an easy task!

Ensuring you’re taking care of yourself so that you can give your best self is of the utmost importance. And maybe this is all new to you or perhaps you’re feeling like you’re burnt out. What can you do? Here are a few tips.

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How to Manage Screen Time for Children With ADHD | Psychologists | Toms River, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ | Freehold, NJ – Ocean County NJ

How to Manage Screen Time for Children With ADHD

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Screen time is a struggle for most parents. Yet, managing screen time for your child can become even more challenging with an ADHD diagnosis. 

Many children with ADHD have difficulty focusing, as well as self-monitoring. Your child may also throw tantrums when they don’t get their way, causing you to cave and leaving few boundaries surrounding their screen time. So, what can you do? And why is this a critical factor to get right when it comes to managing ADHD?

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Dementia Symtoms & Treatments | Psychologists | Toms River, Manahawkin, Freehold, NJ

5 Early Signs of Dementia

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Early signs of dementia may appear fairly vague, subtle, and potentially not that noticeable. Additional, different types of dementia may impact individuals differently. Thus, the following symptoms should be used as a tentative guide. If you notice your loved one experiencing any of the following, it’s likely a good idea to encourage them to get tested.

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ADHD Treatment Options | Psychologists | Toms River, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ | Freehold, NJ – Ocean County NJ

ADHD Treatment: What Should You Know?

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If your child recently received ADHD testing and it was determined that they, in fact, have ADHD, you might’ve already begun exploring treatment options. As a parent, your goal is always to look after your children in the best way you possibly can. With an early ADHD diagnosis, proper treatment and a suitable education plan can help your child manage their symptoms and focus on their strengths.

So, what are the options for ADHD treatment? Let’s take a look!

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How ADHD Can Affect Your Love Life and How to Help | Psychologists | Toms River, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ | Freehold, NJ – Ocean County NJ

How ADHD Can Affect Your Love Life and How to Help

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Couples living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may experience unique struggles in their relationships. In fact, as mentioned in the following NY Times article, spouses living with ADHD are more likely to be unsatisfied with their marriage. If this sounds like you, there are fortunately many ways to improve your relationship with proper action plans. Importantly, self-awareness, testing, diagnoses, intervention, and coping strategies can alleviate the relationship struggles brought about from ADHD symptoms.

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How to Diagnose ADHD in Female Adults

How to Diagnose ADHD in Female Adults

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ADHD in girls and women often goes undiagnosed. According to the Centers for Disease Control, boys are 3 times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls. One possible reason for the underdiagnosis of girls is that girls with the predominantly inattentive type of ADHD are not disruptive and their behaviors may be seen as more socially acceptable. 

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The 3 Types of ADHD - Psychologists | Toms River, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ | Freehold, NJ – Ocean County NJ

The 3 Types of ADHD

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It’s easy to quickly sum up Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as solely a problem with attention. Yet, depending on the type of ADHD your child or loved one is diagnosed with, these symptoms might actually vary.

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Is ADHD Being Overdiagnosed? ADHD Testing | Psychologists | Toms River, NJ | Manahawkin, NJ | Freehold, NJ

Is ADHD Being Overdiagnosed?

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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of children in the United States have been diagnosed with ADHD. Surprisingly, over time, this number has increased. 

So, what’s going on here? Is ADHD actually being overdiagnosed? What does an “overdiagnosis” mean? In this article, we’re going to dig into all of this.

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