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For many individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), there is increased sensitivity to feelings of rejection, which is appropriately named, “rejection sensitivity.” This could be outright rejection (such as a child being told that no one wants to play with him) or perceived rejection (such as misinterpreting a friend saying they’re busy as purposefully avoiding you). In either event, the feelings of rejection can feel more intense for individuals with ADHD and lead to emotional distress. [...]

Consider this scenario: You’ve noticed for a while that your child is not learning the way others do. It takes them longer to do homework and they can’t seem to grasp certain educational concepts. Their grades are suffering and you’ve been wondering if maybe there was an underlying reason for your child’s struggles. You pursue an educational evaluation, and the results show that your child does in fact have a learning disorder or ADHD. How [...]

A lot of people are surprised to learn that social deficits and relationship problems are common for kids and adults with ADHD. At its core, ADHD is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and difficulties with impulse control, all of which can negatively impact social interactions. Let’s look at these areas and how they can impact social relationships: Inattention: When we talk with others, we expect them to listen and understand us. For people who struggle with [...]

We have long suspected the relationship between the mind and body, with research confirming this link over the past several decades. Stress, in particular, has a significant impact on the body, as well as brain functioning. When the body is under significant and prolonged stress, the hormone cortisol is released, which can lead to inflammation and a strain on the immune system. Multiple other body systems can be impacted by stress (either acute or chronic), [...]

It is estimated that approximately 14-30% of children and adolescents throughout the world have a learning difference that is severe enough to warrant academic or cognitive support. For years, researchers have been trying to pinpoint the precise areas in the brain that correlated to these disorders. Collectively, research has identified numerous and different areas of the brain believed to play a role in learning or behavioral disorders. For example, when examining the brains of children [...]