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We are all distracted by our smartphones probably more than we’d like to admit — social media is just full of mindless entertainment! Hours can go by in the blink of an eye. This can happen to anyone, and this also holds true for adults with ADHD. While apps won’t…Read more
The short answer: they’re the same thing. It’s a little more complicated than that, of course. Essentially, ADD and ADHD are versions of the same condition. Attention-Deficit Disorder, or ADD, is a bit dated and used to refer to the symptoms that had to do with listening and managing…Read more
As we made it into the first part of this new year, many people have been planning their yearly resolutions. Everything you want to do better than the previous year. Most of the time, these are dramatic changes like an intense exercise routine to get fit, a packed calendar designed…Read more
Sensory Processing Disorder, or SPD, relates to how our brain processes information from the senses. Children with Sensory Processing Disorder don’t have a sight or hearing impairment, the input from the senses is generally the same as ours. Rather, it is all down to how the brain interprets the signals…Read more
It’s safe to assume that anyone with a smartphone has a chance of getting sidetracked, whether it’s because of a news alert or a social media notification. The same holds true for adults with ADHD. But what if the same device that’s delivering these distractions could be a resource to…Read more
We are all distracted by our smartphones probably more than we’d like to admit — social media is just full of mindless entertainment! Hours can go by in the blink of an eye. This can happen to anyone, and this also holds true for adults with ADHD. While apps won’t cure ADHD or make it magically … Read more about 10 Favorite ADHD Apps for Adults
Recognizing healthy limits is a critical skill for everyone to develop. Healthy limits help us to recognize and change behavior that is damaging to ourselves and our relationships, and they can be used in every area of your life. Learning to establish healthy limits takes time and practice, … Read more about Recognizing Healthy Limits
Over the course of Covid-19 and other major political, social, or financial shifts in 2020, you may have picked up on a peculiar trend in mental health. There is marked increase in cases of people seeking mental health treatment, identifying experiences of new mental health issues, or generally … Read more about Learning About Collective Trauma
Some people like to plan out their entire lives with elaborate step-by-step plans or at least know what their today will look like by just checking a schedule, while others are more interested in going with the flow. Even the most laid-back person may cling to their sense of control over certain … Read more about Loss of Control: A Mental Health Challenge
It can feel very freeing to not have to follow a strict schedule, to have your entire day just open to the infinite possibilities. As most of us are always busy and stressed, rushing from one activity to the next, having the calendar cleared out is an opportunity that many of us would take without … Read more about The Importance of Structure and Routine for Your Mental Health
Social media has become simply a fact of life for most of us. Who doesn’t have a Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, Tik Tok, or Facebook account? Even if you’re not scrolling 24/7, you’re probably just as online, connected, and loving social media as the rest of us. Social media platforms may be a fun … Read more about The Effects of Social Media on Mental Health
Forbes Business Council Is an Invitation-Only Community for Successful Business Owners and Leaders Houston, Texas (March 10, 2020) — Dawn Kamilah Brown, MD, CEO, Owner, Double-Boarded Child and Adult Psychiatrist of ADHD Wellness Center PLLC, Dr. Dawn Psych MD and Mental Healthletics™ PLLC … Read more about Dawn Kamilah Brown, MD accepted into Forbes Business Council
Sometimes, being alone can be a good thing. Nothing but our own company can bring on a very comforting peace. The quiet can offer a safe space to think and work through various aspects of one’s mental health. But spending some time alone and being lonely are two very different things, each with … Read more about Loneliness and Your Mental Health
Life is all about change. After all, nothing ever stays the same forever. Often, life changes can be fun and exciting. We are able to look forward to all the possibilities the future may bring, whether that’s exciting career opportunities, starting a family, or moving to a whole new place. At the … Read more about Mental Health After a Huge Life Change
The term “pride” can be a very confusing one. With all the conflicting messages that we receive about having pride and being prideful, it can be very difficult to decipher whether it’s a good thing or a bad thing. It almost seems like, depending on the way it’s being used, it could be taken either … Read more about What Pride Can Mean for your Mental Health
Our step out of full lifetimes within natural environments has really been relatively recent when you look at the overall timeline of human history. Considering how recent the development of our modern world is, it’s incredible that we’ve even been able to adapt to these unnatural lifestyles. … Read more about How Time in Nature Can Improve Mental Health
How Mental Health Affects Romantic Relationships We often think about mental health in personal terms, and we work to minimize the impact of mental struggles on our personal experience. However, mental illness isn’t limited to our personal lives. Conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD can … Read more about Mental Illness in a Romantic Relationship
