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Greetings!
As our name suggests, we do our best to bring resources to the ADHD community. In this newsletter you will find information about webinars, articles, workshops and videos. Something for everyone!
Just a few things to note. This Thursday we have Dr. Kenny Handelman doing a free webinar on medications. This is always a hot topic! We also have just opened registration for an ADHD Adult Workshop in June. And, Save the Date for our Annual Conference (October 20th!). If you have an interest in presenting, there is a link for the presenters form.
To receive our new 183-page, 3rd edition of The ADHD Reader you need to join ADD Resources or renew your current membership or simply purchase the book for $25! The hard copy will be available for a limited time and after that available as an eBook on our website. We are member-driven and rely on memberships and donations to keep up our work! Thank you for your continued support!
Sincerely,
Kathy Engle
Executive Director
ADD Resources
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FREE WEBINAR! 
One of the most frequently requested topics is ADHD Medications.
Join us March 29, 2012 @ 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern as Dr. Kenny Handelman presents "ADHD Medication Update". Details and to Register
Remember, if you miss a webinar, members have access to over 120 podcasts and webinars at any time!
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Real Life Management for Adults with ADHD
A Workshop June 2nd in Renton, WA
Join us as our experts help you discover ways to face some ADHD challenges! Topics of discussion:
- ADD in the Workplace, Nancie Payne, PhD
- ADHD & Relationships, Don Baker, MA, LMHC
- Social Skills, Tanya Ruckstuhl-Valenti, LICSW, MSW
- Life Strategies, Naomi Zemont, PhD, ADHD Coach
See Details!
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Just What Are Executive Functions?
By Cindy Goldrich, Ed. M., ACAC
"Did you ever notice how staying organized, getting started on a project, and seeing it through to completion are all in a day's work for some people, and yet for others... where do I begin?!
Current research now believes that our Executive Functions are responsible for how effective we are at managing ourselves. What exactly are Executive Functions? Put simply, they are the cognitive skills that
give us the ability to focus, plan, and act in a goal-directed manner. Basically, the CEO of our brain..."
" There is no shortage of strategies and devices to help children (and adults!) improve on their Executive Functioning. I have included some general tips and strategies for you to consider incorporating with your child. The main message here is that it is important to recognize that weaknesses in Executive Functions are real and are neurologically based. Children need modeling. The skills they need to be organized and manage their time effectively are not difficult, but they are not necessarily intuitive. Providing support and guidance, either directly or with outside support, will go a long way in helping your child be and feel successful..." For more information and many tips on supporting executive functions, click here.
Note: This article is taken from the 3rd edition our ADHD Reader, a benefit of membership. New or renewing members will receive a spiral bound version for their library. Join or Renew your membership
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NEW ARTICLES
Putting the Pieces Together
by ADD Coach Marla Cummins, CAC
There are many ways to treat your ADHD. Medication is one.
A Foundation
Many of us are familiar with the cause and treatment of Diabetes. Treatment includes a specific diet, exercise, education, daily test for insulin levels, foot care and, yes, medication, as needed. Clearly, medication, while a necessary part of the treatment plan, is not sufficient to treat it. Likewise, for the 70-80% of people with ADHD for whom stimulant medication works, it is not sufficient by itself to address the challenges of ADHD.
Read more>>> .
How to Get Yourself Focused and Moving
by Coach/Organizer Carrie Greene
Here are ten strategies to use for those times when you find yourself staring at your to-do list but can't seem to get going on anything.
- Break up the project into mini-tasks and do just one tiny piece of the project.
- Since starting is often the hardest part, agree with yourself to work on a project for JUST 5 minutes. At the end of five minutes assess your experience. Was it as bad as you thought it would be? Would it be okay if you worked for another 5 minutes?
- Ask for help. Sometimes just having someone in the room with you will help keep you grounded and motivated. Read more>>>
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