How do mindfulness and self-compassion support someone with ADHD? They help us realize that self-image and self-doubt are not hardwired mental traits but habits that can be changed. A typical self-compassion practice has three parts: observing what is going on right now (mindfulness); connection with others (often called “common humanity”); and actively developing and building a… Continuar lendo Self-Compassion: The New ADHD Treatment.
I hope you learn how to reduce negative behaviors and raise happier kids. When children and adults act in negative ways, it’s usually because their basic needs aren’t being met. If parents and teachers understand the need a child is trying to satisfy, they can do things make the behaviors subside. The teacher can give… Continuar lendo Your Child Is Sending You Signals. Are You Ignoring Them?
The ADHD brain has low levels of two neurotransmitters: dopamine (responsible for feelings of reward) and GABA (responsible for inhibition). We crave sugar to stimulate dopamine production. This, paired with a lack of inhibitions, can set the stage for weight gain. The ADHD brain craves dopamine, the neurotransmitter that impacts mood, motivation, memory, and… Continuar lendo The Dopamine Deficiency That’s Sabotaging Your Diet The ADHD brain craves dopamine, the neurotransmitter that impacts mood, motivation, memory, and more. Dopamine is released when we exercise — and when we eat doughnuts, which is a problem.