#329 October ADHD Awareness month
With October being ADHD Awareness month, this has been a great time to raise awareness, to disseminate information, to expand our knowledge and ultimately empower those who experience ADHD. With this in mind, I have posted on social media throughout October.
These daily posts have been curated below:
Day 1: Some Myths and Facts about ADHD
https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org/myths-and-facts-about-adhd/
Day 2: ADHD 7 facts
https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org/adhd-7-facts/
Day 3: What is ADHD?
Nemours Children's Health, which is committed to transforming the health of all kids, has - on its Nemours KidsHealth website - information for parents, kids and teens on a wide range of health matters in English and Spanish. With regard to ADHD and the question, "What is ADHD?" - there is specific information tailored for parents, kids and teens.
Day 4: ADHD: Recognising Symptoms
https://camhsprofessionals.co.uk/2021/04/01/adhd-recognising-symptoms%F0%9F%8C%8D/
Day 5: What Is ADHD? Symptoms, Subtypes & Treatments (from ADDitude, the world’s most trusted resource for families and adults living with ADHD and related conditions, and for the professionals who work with them)
https://www.additudemag.com/what-is-adhd-symptoms-causes-treatments/
Day 6: ADHD: finding what works for me
During this 12 minute TED Talk, James talks about his diagnosis, his journey and - as the title suggests - what works best for him.
Day 7: ADHD: Empowering Your Child From Diagnosis To Daily Life
In this informative webinar from #WitherslackGroup, Lisa Rudge (Director of Parent Services from The ADHD Foundation) speaks to flipping the narrative, self-advocacy, structure/clear routines and so much more.
Day 8: Why an ADHD diagnosis can be a mixed blessing
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20241003-the-pros-and-cons-of-an-adult-diagnosis-with-adhd#ADHD
I have, in recent months, heard a number of cases of people (and especially women) being diagnosed with ADHD later in life. As the title suggests, this BBC article references how such a diagnosis can be a mixed blessing.
Day 9: 20 Signs and Symptoms of ADHD in Girls
https://www.verywellmind.com/adhd-in-girls-symptoms-of-adhd-in-girls-20547
Mindful that ADHD presents differently in girls, this article provides an overview of some signs and symptoms that may be present in girls experiencing ADHD.
Day 10 (posted belatedly): Understanding and Supporting my Child's ADHD
https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/ADHD_FOUND_Takeda_ParentBooklet_May22_2.pdf
A wonderful resource from @ADHDFoundation
Day 11: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Fact Sheet from CDC https://www.cdc.gov/adhd/media/pdfs/adhdfactsheetenglish.pdf
Day 12: Understanding Mental Fatigue in ADHD
https://www.verywellmind.com/link-between-adhd-and-mental-fatigue-6889371
Mindful that managing #ADHDSymptoms can be exhausting, this article shares signs of #MentalFatigue and and suggestions for #recovering from and #preventing it.
Day 13: Recognizing ADHD in the Classroom
https://d393uh8gb46l22.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Teacher-Card-2023-Recognizing-ADHD-Classroom-Strategies.pdf
This succinct two page document from Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder @CHADD_ADHD is a valuable resource.
Day 14: ADHD and Emotional Regulation: Helping Kids Manage Big Feelings
https://www.abbeyneuropsychologyclinic.com/adhd-and-emotional-regulation-helping-kids-manage-big-feelings/
By implementing coping mechanisms and emotional regulation techniques, these practical #strategies may help children with #ADHD understand and manage their emotions.
Day 15: Famous People with ADHD
https://adhdembrace.org/famous-people-with-adhd/
#representation
Day 16: School Success Kit for Kids With ADHD
https://childmind.org/article/school-success-kit-for-kids-with-adhd/
A short read focussing on #Strategies #TimeManagement #Focus and #Homework
Day 17: Q: “How Do I Get My Embarrassed Teen to Use Her ADHD Accommodations?”
https://www.additudemag.com/resource-room-adhd-accommodations-teen-high-school/
I appreciate - in this reminder from #ADDitudeMag of the importance of student buy in - learning of the #WORD model (#Willingness #OnTheTeam #RewardVsRisk #Discretion).
Day 18: ADHD Medicines / Medicamentos para el TDAH https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/adhd-medicines.html
An overview in both #English and #Spanish of how medicine can be one part of treatment to support those experiencing #ADHD
Day 19: What Is the Difference Between ADHD and Anxiety?https://www.health.com/adhd-vs-anxiety-8692376
Mindful that #ADHD and #anxiety may (for some individuals) be comorbid, the chart - showing the various symptoms of #ADHD and #anxiety is useful.
Day 20: Growing up with ADHD
https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org/growing-up-with-adhd/
A short reflection regarding experiencing #ADHD and the effects of medication.
Day 21: Strategies to Support ADHD in the Classroom https://www.learninglinks.org.au/resources/adhd-in-the-classroom/
Day 22: The 6 biggest questions about adult ADHD, answered by a neuroscientist https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/adhd-questions-answered
Day 23: Are there supplements that can improve ADHD symptoms? https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org/supplements-for-adhd/
An oft asked question.
Day 24: What ADHD Masking Looks Like
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-adhd-masking-5200863
Day 25: It’s Borture! What ADHD Boredom Really Feels Like https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/i-am-bored-agitation-restlessness/
This article highlights the impact of #borture (meaning 'boredom is torture') on those experiencing #ADHD
Day 26: Explaining ADHD to Kids
https://chadd.org/attention-article/explaining-adhd-to-kids/
Mindful that the way in which ADHD is framed in the here and now will have a huge impact on a child's self esteem and their life's path, this article from #CHADD shares ways in which to explain #ADHD, the importance of identifying strengths, naming the challenges and defining it for the individual.
The final section reiterates the importance of making a plan to leverage strengths and develop new skills, including self-advocacy.
Day 27: ADHD, also ADHD
https://adhddd.com/comics/
Mindful that #ADHD is not just #hyperactivity or #distractibility or #impulsiveness, I love how this Dani Donovan poster highlights #ADHDSuperpowers
Day 28: Two Sides, Same Coin
https://adhddd.com/comics/
I love how @danidonovan's two Venn diagrams illustrate the notion of #perspective with regard to #ADHD
Day 29: The Plan
https://adhddd.com/comics/
@DaniDonovan's image highlights the discrepancy between the plan and the (possible) reality for someone experiencing
Day 30: S.T.O.P. ADHD Stigma
https://adhddd.com/comics/
@DaniDonovan implores us to S.T.O.P. (S = Stereotyping, T = Trivializing, O = Offending, P = Patronizing) ADHD Stigma through these simple actions.
Day 31: ADHD Conversations
https://adhddd.com/comics/
@DaniDonovan shares key elements of #ADHD conversations according to the categories of being #hyperactive, #impulsive or #inattentive
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#ADHD #TADA #TDAH
#ADHDAwarenessMonth
#Information #Empowerment