ADHD Positives

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Did Leonardo da Vinci have ADHD?
Leonardo da Vinci produced some of the world's most iconic art, but historical accounts show that he struggled to complete his works. New research now suggests the best explanation for Leonardo's inability to finish projects is that the great artist may have had attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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Idea Generation: Divergent vs. Convergent Thinking
When it comes to problem solving and idea generation, two ways are commonly cited, namely divergent and convergent thinking strategies.
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Divergent Thinking: What It Is and How to Develop It
Lots of people with ADHD have strong Divergent Creativity/Thinking. Understand in, and how to tame it
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How you can use imposter syndrome to your benefit
Have you ever doubted your abilities, feared you were going to be discovered as a "fraud"? That's called "impostor syndrome," and you're definitely not alone in feeling it, says entrepreneur and CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes. In this funny, relatable talk, he shares how his own experiences of impostor syndrome helped pave the way to his success -- and shows how you can use it to your advantage, too.
ADHD brains love adrenaline. For some, this means trying sky diving and roller derby. For others, it means seeking out stress and drama, which are even tougher on the body. Meditation can counteract these stresses; here’s how to do it right.
Forget the Lotus Position: How to Meditate — ADHD Style
ADHD brains love adrenaline. For some, this means trying sky diving and roller derby. For others, it means seeking out stress and drama, which are even tougher on the body. Meditation can counteract these stresses; here’s how to do it right.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy — known as “ACT” — is a unique form of therapy that helps those with ADHD move past their fears and toward their goals. Here’s how it works.
Stop Worrying and Start Living with ACT Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy — known as “ACT” — is a unique form of therapy that helps those with ADHD move past their fears and toward their goals. Here’s how it works.
How stimulant treatments for ADHD work: Findings could help improve treatments and reduce side effects -- ScienceDaily
How stimulant treatments for ADHD work
How stimulant treatments for ADHD work: Findings could help improve treatments and reduce side effects -- ScienceDaily
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Research finds college students with ADHD are likely to experience significant challenges
In one of largest and most comprehensive investigations of college students with ADHD ever conducted, new research confirms students with ADHD face significant challenges across all four years of college and predicts ways academic outcomes can be improved.
Twitter Thread: So a thread I've been "meaning to write" for the past few years but somehow always found an excuse to avoid. No more! My entire career (and life, really) have been shaped by ADHD. The key was finally emphasizing for things I'm good at, while avoiding the things that I'm bad at.
Twitter Thread: So a thread I've been "meaning to write" for the past few years but somehow always found an excuse to avoid. No more! My entire career (and life, really) have been shaped by ADHD. The key was finally emphasizing for things I'm good at, while avoiding the things that I'm bad at.
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Music Therapy: Sound Medicine for ADHD
Take note: music therapy builds better focus, self-control, and social skills in people with ADHD. Plus, you can incorporate these therapeutic benefits into day-to-day life for free — and that’s music to our ears!
9 Oct, 2018 6:02pm 3 minutes to read How to explain ADHD. / How to ADHD Simon Collins By: Simon Collins Education reporter, NZ Herald simon.collins@nzherald.co.nz YouTube star Jessica McCabe says she would have "gone off the rails" if she hadn't taken medication to control her attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). McCabe, an American actress whose YouTube channel How to ADHD has 218,000 followers, will speak at Auckland's 2200-seat Victory Convention Centre on Saturday to mark ADH
9 Oct, 2018 6:02pm 3 minutes to read How to explain ADHD. / How to ADHD Simon Collins By: Simon Collins Education reporter, NZ Herald simon.collins@nzherald.co.nz YouTube star Jessica McCabe says she would have "gone off the rails" if she hadn't taken medication to control her attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). McCabe, an American actress whose YouTube channel How to ADHD has 218,000 followers, will speak at Auckland's 2200-seat Victory Convention Centre on Saturday to mark…
Thinking outside the box: Adults with ADHD not constrained in creativity
ADHD drugs increase brain glutamate, predict positive emotion in healthy people
Thinking outside the box: Adults with ADHD not constrained in creativity
Therapy dogs effective in reducing symptoms of ADHD, study finds -- ScienceDaily
Therapy dogs effective in reducing symptoms of ADHD, study finds
Therapy dogs effective in reducing symptoms of ADHD, study finds -- ScienceDaily
‘I assumed it was all my fault’: the adults dealing with undiagnosed ADHD
‘I assumed it was all my fault’: the adults dealing with undiagnosed ADHD
‘I assumed it was all my fault’: the adults dealing with undiagnosed ADHD
ADHD medication associated with reduced risk for motor vehicle crashes
ADHD medication associated with reduced risk for motor vehicle crashes
ADHD medication associated with reduced risk for motor vehicle crashes
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