ADHD Hip Hop - Dseeva - Imagine That - A Good News Story
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- Last Updated on Thursday, 22 October 2015 14:09
"Jack has ADHD and is on medication. As his psychologist I really struggled to help him get organized, but he had this really strong interest in Hip Hop - so he agreed to write a song.
All his earlier songs are angry and aggressive and this is a real turn around piece of music for him. We agreed in session to apply for a grant aimed at people with mental health problems and he was successful. Part of the grant was for sessions with me, focussed on really trying to get him organised.
Jack now goes to bed regularly and is taking his medication. He has stopped using drugs.
This is a really good ADHD story."
Dr. Caroline Stevenson, Clinical Psychologist.
Open the link, listen and follow the words. If you enjoy the song, download it - $1.00 from each download goes to the new national body ADHD AUSTRALIA.
http://subc.bandcamp.com/track/dseeva-imagine-that-prod-by-dseeva
Too Much of a Good Thing? - A Conversation About Hoarding
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- Last Updated on Thursday, 22 October 2015 14:08
One persons trash may be another persons treasure, but how do you know if you have too much of a good thing?
For many people ADHD and clutter go hand in hand. Its easy enough to get caught up with too much stuff and too little organisation, particularly if you enjoy collecting things and have difficulty letting go. In this session we will discuss the difference between disorganisation, collecting and hoarding. We will identify ways to assess whether the volume of clutter is getting out of hand and some strategies and resources to help you take the first steps towards a safer and more comfortable living environment.
Hear Linda Aitkin discuss Hoarding at the ADHD Annual Conference - Keeping up with ADHD on 17 October 2015.
Reducing Stigma by Putting a Face to ADHD
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- Last Updated on Thursday, 22 October 2015 14:07
Speaking at the ADHD Annual Conference 2015 William Bonney, past Managing Director of the Black Dog Institute, investigates what can be done to reduce stigma surrounding ADHD drawing on decades of research and industry experience to successfully reduce stigma associated with depression.
There remains stigma associated with ADHD in the general population and the medical community. What impact does stigma have on those living with ADHD? What can be done to reduce stigma? What can we learn from other conditions that have reduced or overcome stigma in both the general population and the medical community?
Sleep and ADHD
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- Last Updated on Thursday, 15 October 2015 17:24
For too long we have underestimated the impact that a good night’s sleep has on wellbeing, behaviour and learning. Sleep deprivation has almost become an epidemic, particularly with our obsession with phones, iPads and computers, and can become a risk factor in the development of depression and anxiety.
Dr. Hugh Morgan will talk at the ADHD Annual Conference - Keeping Up with ADHD on 17 October 2015 - from a clinical point of view on these aspects, including sleep physiology, ADHD and its relationship with sleep disorders, how to optimise sleep (and ADHD treatment, and when to consider sleep assessment.
AD/HD and Anger: How to break the cycle
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- Last Updated on Monday, 12 October 2015 18:03
"People with AD/HD are susceptible to high levels of anger and aggression. The core symptoms of AD/HD are frustrating to live with and tiring to manage. These factors make AD/HD a challenge for families to cope with. In this session, the relationship between AD/HD and anger will be outlined. Strategies for identifying build up of tension and overload, and preventing temper outbursts will be presented."
Hear Caroline Stevenson PhD discuss AD/HD and Anger at the upcoming ADHD Annual Conference.
