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ADHD: Evolutionary Remnant Or Disorder?

Here is a fascinating concept that has finally been put into a context where I finally feel comfortable talking about ADHD as a step in the evolutionary progress of man.  It’s not that this is new to me, but rather there is a connection to a real investigation versus someone making wild claims without being [...]

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Been Called A Lot Of Things…But ADHD?

For some people, having the diagnosis of ADHD can be incredibly important.  I’ve heard people say it offers a nice explanation for what is going on in life.  And yet for others, the diagnosis or label is nothing more than a way of keeping someone inside the box. For me, I have no use for [...]

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NBC Today Show Profiles Wonder Kids

This past Tuesday morning, I caught the tail end of a great feature story on NBC’s Today Show.  Apparently, they were talking about “wonder” kids or child prodigies.  But that’s not what caught my attention. I couldn’t help but be drawn in when their “child expert” was asked, “What happens when these children are not [...]

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People With ADHD Have It Made

In the “aftermath” of ADHD Awareness Week, I can’t help but be truly inspired by the resources and services specifically established and targeted for children and adults whose lives are affected by ADHD. My reaction: People with ADHD Have It Made Now…this might be a little bit extreme, but quite honestly, I want your attention. [...]

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Do You Have ADHD?

It’s time for me to set the record straight.  I am often asked, “Do you have ADHD?”  All my life I have said no, and for good reason…no one told me I did.  Or at least I was listening to them…  Yea, maybe that’s it! Now it’s time to talk about the elephant in the [...]

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