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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is Not Related to I.Q.

It's important to know that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Intelligence, as measured by I.Q., are two different things. Some parents are convinced that if their child has ADD it means that they are retarded. On the other hand, other parents say, "I've heard that ADD kids are really... Read More

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Neurologically Based

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurologically based disorder. This position has become controversial as many would like to dismiss the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder altogether saying that there is no evidence of neurological differences, or that there are no medical tests to diagnose ADD ADHD, or that... Read More

Intro to Being an ADHD Parent

In my fifteen years of private practice working with children with ADHD, one of the common concerns that I observed by parents was the fear that they had done something, or failed to do something, that caused their child's ADHD. I guess it is normal to blame yourself when your... Read More

What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a medical condition. It is caused by genetic factors that result in certain neurological differences. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder comes in various forms, and there are five or six different types of ADHD. In the DSM-IV Diagnostic manual, each of these forms, or "types" of... Read More

How Big of a Problem is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - "ADD" or "ADHD" - affects between five to ten percent (5% - 10%) of all children in the United States, and three to six percent (3% - 6%) of adults. About 35% of all children referred to mental health clinics are referred for Attention Deficit... Read More

Why Does It Seem That There Are More Children With ADHD Than Ever Before?

Even though the percentage of people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is likely the same as in the past, there are three likely reasons why it seems that "there is more ADHD" than ever before: First, we become more aware of problems like this as parents than we were... Read More

Anti-Social Behaviors and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Anti-social behaviors are common with ADHD individuals. About 60% of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder kids are also oppositional or defiant. Some are even getting in trouble with the law. Impulsive-Hyperactive ADHD kids are the most likely to get into trouble than are the Inattentive ADHD kids, as they tend... Read More

What Causes Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?

The most recent models that attempt to describe what is happening in the brains of people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder suggest that several areas of the brain may be affected by the disorder. They include the frontal lobes, the inhibitory mechanisms of the cortex, the limbic system, and the... Read More

Its Never Too Late

First of all, a bit of background: A high school dropout, stay-at-home mom until the age of 40, I wasn't too motivated to learn. Then I read the following quote:"Old Bureaucrat, my comrade, it is not you who are to blame. No one ever helped you to escape.? Nobody grasped... Read More

Panic Attacks: Effective Ways to Cope

Jill is a 21 y/o college student who used to do well until about a few months ago when she started to experience "weird" attacks almost daily. She described her experience as "horrible." When she has the attack, she feels that she's about to die or develop a stroke.One day... Read More

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The psychology of self-tracking QuartzThe self-tracking trend is about much more than physical wellbeing.

Cognitive psychology research suggests pilots could be learning the wrong lessons from close-calls PsyPostNew research provides evidence that two common cognitive biases could impact pilot's perception of past events in ways that adversely affect how they make ...

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University subject profile: psychology The GuardianThe quest to explain behaviour through studying the human mind.

6 Ways Music Affects Your Emotions Psychology TodayPeople express different emotions when they listen to music, for example by smiling, laughing, or crying. Listening to music is quite common in our daily lives, ...

A solution to psychology's reproducibility problem just failed its first test Science MagazineBehavior change is difficult—just ask any psychologist. A new study shows behavior change among psychologists is no different. Efforts to improve the ...

The Hourglass Figure Is Not a Sign of Fertility and Health Psychology TodayMany assume that men are attracted to women with low waist-to-hip ratios because it signals health and fertility. But research shows that that assumption is ...

Why Are So Few People Willing to Date a Transgender Person? Psychology TodayThe vast majority of cisgender individuals do not indicate an interest in dating a transgender or non-binary individual. Better education on transgender identities ...

The psychology of screen time MSUTodayWith the largest concentration of media psychologists in the world in MSU's College of Communication Arts and Sciences, experts are working across disciplines ...

BDS – A power psychology against Israel The Jerusalem PostA well-researched Israeli government report has documented that the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement has its basic roots in terror, and not ...

Can We Change the Way We Remember Romantic Relationships? Psychology TodayDo you tend to dwell on the negative aspects of past relationships and forget the positive? This is neither automatic nor necessary, and you can change it.

Sex Robots and the End of Civilization Psychology TodaySex robots will apparently be here in a decade or two. They may offer short-term physiological benefits. But at a great cost to the broader community.

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Study: Most New Fathers Experience "Dad Shaming" Psychology TodayAlthough "mom shaming" has been openly discussed in public forums in recent years, until now, "dad shaming" has stayed under the radar. That said, a new ...

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5 Things Aladdin Can Teach Us About Mating Psychology Psychology TodayThe Genie from Aladdin is a brilliant evolutionary psychologist.

Why Is My Child Lying? Psychology TodayChildren lie. When, how, and why do they develop this unpleasant habit? There is a considerable amount of evidence suggesting that most children first begin to ...

What Findings Do Skeptical Psychologists Still Believe In? Psychology TodayHow do our minds operate? What are the hidden patterns in our behavior? What we can do to live happier or more meaningful lives? Research psychologists ...

The Subtle Psychology of Auction Fever The Wall Street JournalA behavioral economist answers questions on bidding wars, making friends and unreasonable politics.

Online Dating: Are You Attracting the Right Type? Psychology TodayHow do you attract a good catch? Are you attracting fake game-players or genuine good people? Find out who you attract and why.

Psychology's reproducibility solution fails first test Science MagazineBehavior change is difficult—just ask any psychologist. A new study shows behavior change among psychologists is no different. Efforts to improve the ...

The Psychological Implications of Lyme Disease Psychology TodayAn lesser known problem with Lyme disease are the psychological symptoms that can be caused by bacterial presence in the brain.

Morning and Evening Exercise May Burn Calories Differently Psychology TodayMorning and evening exercise may have different effects on metabolism, according to a new study on mice.

This psychologist explains why people confess to crimes they didn't commit Science MagazineAt 16, Huwe Burton confessed to killing his mother. He was still in shock from discovering her body when New York City police began to interrogate him.

Is Emotional Intelligence Something You Can Learn? Psychology TodayEmotional intelligence is a quality that should help you succeed, but what if you're not born with it? New research looks at training programs, and offers hope.

Understanding the Psychology in Chronic Pain Psychology TodayMost people consider chronic pain—such as pain that lasts for months or years from a bad back or arthritis—a medical condition that should be treated ...

How to Harness Psychology to Win Customers Business 2 CommunityA mistake that many entrepreneurs make is thinking that having a great product is enough. Great products don't sell themselves unless you've already ...

The Art of Persuasion Psychology TodayRhetoric is the art of persuasive speaking or writing. Politics aside, rhetorical devices underlie all our favourite poems and songs and expressions.

Does Ovulation Change Women’s Sexual Desire, After All? Psychology TodayDoes ovulation influence a woman's desire? The question has inspired heated debate. Here's the simple answer, and some complex wrinkles.

The psychology of a tectonic electoral shift The HinduAs the BJP surpasses its 2014 tally by a huge margin, indicating a wave the extent of which wasn't visible on the ground, one needs to revisit old assumptions to ...

When You Talk About Relationships, Do You Say 'I' or 'We'? Your Choice Is Revealing, Psychology Study Suggests NewsweekYour so-called "attachment style" when it comes to relationships could actually affect the language that you use to describe your significant other, according to a ...

Is Implicit Bias a Product of the Person or the Situation? Psychology TodayAre nonconscious prejudices indelible attitudes that predict discriminatory behavior? Or are they fleeting momentary patterns?

How Much Time In Nature Is Needed to See Benefits? Psychology TodayNature has established health benefits. Now a study examines just how much exposure to the outdoors it takes to achieve those benefits and boost health and ...

All You Need to Know About Narcissists and Their Partners Psychology TodayThese are the essentials about narcissism, its symptoms, and its causes. Find out why narcissists' partners often form unhealthy bonds and can't leave.

What Trinkets Gets Wrong & Right About Shoplifting Addiction Refinery29The new Netflix show "Trinkets" revolves around shoplifting. Here, an expert explains why people do it.

Psilocybin 101 Psychology TodayScientists are exploring the potential of the drug found in "magic mushrooms" to help patients with anxiety, depression, and addiction. Here's what they have ...

How psychology explains the reasoning behind unsolicited advice Jakarta PostI often catch myself ruminating how many parents perceive themselves as knowing everything, silencing their children with the hollow mantra we do it for your ...

A Psychology Expert Interviewed High Achievers About Success and Happiness. Here's What They Said Inc.Emily Esfahani Smith of the University of Pennsylvania talked to dozens of people about what makes a good life.

The Psychology of Taking Losses TheStreet.comThe biggest losses that active investors suffer usually is a product of inertia. We know a stock is acting poorly but we find ways to justify holding on to it anyway.

A Level students can't believe AQA Psychology had three 16 mark questions Cosmopolitan.comA Level students are shading AQA Psychology for including three 16 mark questions in the third exam.

The psychology behind climate inaction: How to beat the 'doom barrier' Deutsche WelleDespite the urgency of a 'climate emergency' we're nowhere near fulfilling the Paris agreement. Why are we so reluctant to act? Climate psychologist Per Espen ...

Giving children detention in break time is violation of their human rights, psychologists say The TelegraphGiving children detention during break time is a violation of their human rights, the British Psychological Society has said. Schools should never threaten to take ...

How Should We Treat "Contested" Illnesses? Psychology TodayAre contested illnesses associated with psychiatric diagnoses? Some patients feel they are not being taken seriously.

The Men’s Mental Health Double-Bind Psychology TodayMany people are telling men to talk more about their mental health, while others are saying men need to check their privilege and shut-up. This puts men in a ...

Zapping One Brain Area May Selectively Improve Memory Recall Psychology TodayResearchers at UCLA have pinpointed a specific part of the prefrontal cortex that may be key for retrieving memories. One mild electrical "zap" to the left ...

Does Chronic Inflammation Reduce Motivation? Psychology TodayChronic low-grade inflammation may reduce dopamine levels in ways that affect motivation, according to a new theory.

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Perfectionism and Chronic Illness Psychology TodayPerfectionism can cause many health problems, including maladjustment to chronic illness. Learn why it hurts and how to manage it.

Why Is It a Problem When Elite Women Athletes Celebrate? Psychology TodayPerhaps you watched the game. Elite women athletes thrashing the competition. A team of women athletes who had the best odds of winning the entire ...

The Psychology in the workplace | BPS The British Psychological SocietyDate: 18 June 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Location: London; Cost: This event is free and open to BPS members only. Registration is required. See Pricing tab for ...

The 5 W's You Need to Know About Premature Ovarian Failure Psychology TodayPre ovarian failure (POF) may seem like a tough pill to swallow – but understanding the disease and how to handle a diagnosis is the first step to move forward.

4 Types of Anger and Their Destructive Impact Psychology TodayMost people feel angry from time to time. Many may also find themselves on the receiving end of those who lash out in anger. How we handle anger (be it our ...

Are Negative Emotions Universally Bad for Our Health? Psychology TodayNew research explores the role of culture on the link between negative emotions and health outcomes.

Dreaming and the OA Psychology TodayThey get it that dreams are portals to other dimensions of ourselves and the cosmos, and that artists have a special power to open people's minds and expand ...

How Early Adversity Relates to Brain Activity Years Later Psychology TodayA new study shows that disruptions in a stable family environment adversely influence brain electrical activity in children, with effects that can persist in the teen ...

Take 5: The Psychology of Healthy Eating Kellogg InsightOpting for a salad instead of a steak can be hard. Research from Kellogg can help.

How psychological vulnerabilities are exploited to control us The Daily StarDr Lissa Johnson is a clinical psychologist and columnist for the Australian news website New Matilda, with a background in media studies and sociology, and a ...

Cyberbullying: The Psychological Effects on Teens PsychCentral.comCyberbullying is the repeated and willful use of digital technology to harass, threaten, embarrass or target another person. Cyberbullies use cell phones,

Weight, Shame and Health Albany Times UnionThis is the third in a series of posts about diets, weight, and shame. It probably won't be the last but I think I'll move on to some other topics for a while after this ...

Psychiatrist, psychologist or psychotherapist: Who should you reach out to? The Express TribuneKARACHI: Society may be waking up to mental health but the confusion over seeking help remains pervasive. The concept of getting treated for mood swings, ...

X-Men: The Psychology of Fans Going Dark Phoenix Den of Geek USThis article contains some mild Dark Phoenix spoilers. X-Men has always been a property rich in allegorical potential. In part created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby ...

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Can Watching Friends Help Ease Your Anxiety? One Psychologist Says Yes Mental FlossBut it's not just 'Friends' that could do the trick, according to clinical psychologist Marc Hekster. 'The Big Bang Theory' can also help reduce your anxiety.

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AXA HK, CUHK, and Oxford VR, launch Asia's first VR psychological programme Marketing InteractiveAXA Hong Kong, the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), and Oxford VR, have jointly launched a first-of-its-kind advanced psychological therapy ...

Is Consciousness a Fundamental Quality of the Universe? | Neuroscience, Psychology Sci-News.comScientists have long been trying to understand human consciousness -- the subjective 'stuff' of thoughts and sensations inside our minds.

NHS care providers left autistic children at risk of self-harm The GuardianPotentially suicidal autistic children with mental health problems in Staffordshire have been left at risk of self-harm after receiving inadequate and unsafe care, ...

"CBC" featured Dyson's Clinical psychologist Leora Trub in "The agony and the ecstasy of texting while dating: experts weigh in" Pace News"CBC" featured Dyson's Clinical psychologist Leora Trub in "The agony and the ecstasy of texting while dating: experts weigh in". What it means when she won't ...

The psychology behind why few of us feel rich CBC NewsIt's human nature to compare ourselves to others and when it comes to money, social psychologists say most people have a big blind spot — we only compare ...

University of Reading's Dr James 'delighted and honoured' to win teaching award Reading ChronicleA TALENTED lecturer from the University of Reading has won a top psychology teaching award.

Expert: Doctors Will Soon Prescribe Sex Robots to Patients FuturismDoctors might soon prescribe insurance-covered sex robots to patients, says one clinical psychologist — and it could spell the end of civilization.

Katie Swan opens up on her 12 months of turmoil and why she went public on seeing a psychologist The Sun“I AVOIDED doing a lot of things because I was down and I didn't feel I deserved to do nice things or be happy.” For Katie Swan, 2018 was supposed to have ...

Lucie Donlan given psychological support after crying on Love Island Cornwall LiveITV said it provided psychological support to Love Island stars who appear upset after the show was criticised by a domestic violence charity over the ...

From World Cup-winning captain to psychologist: Birgit Prinz mentally preparing young Germany Scroll.inPrinz was both captain and star striker when Germany won back-to-back World Cups in 2003 and 2007, but now she is taking a backroom role as team ...

'When the mob forms': the psychology of child 'mob' violence and bullying after Saskatoon attack CBC NewsPsychologists say there is research to suggest any one of the children who attacked a 33-year-old woman in a Saskatoon park last week would know right from ...

Psychologist gives searing critique of Vatican's new gender doc: a compromise with 'neo-paganism' Catholic Citizens of IllinoisBy Diane Montagna. ROME, June 14, 2019 (LifeSiteNews) — A Catholic psychologist has denounced the latest Vatican document on gender theory as ...

First BPS Higher Education Psychology Teacher of the Year announced | BPS The British Psychological SocietyChartered BPS member Dr Alana James has been named as the first BPS Higher Education Psychology Teacher of the Year. Dr James won the title, which ...

Dog Breeds That Pose the Highest Risk of Hurting Children Psychology TodayNew data shows that the dog bite risk to children (in terms of frequency and severity of injury) is greatest from pit bulls and dogs with wide, short heads.

A Lonely Road for People Living With Borderline Personality Psychology TodayEveryone needs connection, but not everyone can fulfill that need. A new study of borderline personality patients shows what contributes to their isolation.

Game Over box office collection: Taapsee Pannu's psychological thriller amasses Rs 6.09 cr FirstpostThe Hindi version of Game Over raked in Rs 2.48 crore through four days, while the Tamil and Telugu versions brought in Rs 1.90 crore and Rs 1.71 crore ...

The Extreme Psychology of Sports Fanaticism WGN Radio - ChicagoDr. Edward Hirt, professor and Director of Instruction at the University of Indiana, joins WGN Radio's Karen Conti to talk about fan fanaticism. Dr. Hirt is an expert ...

How Do You Feel Holding Hands with Your Partner in Public? Psychology TodayNew research shows that same-sex couples refrain from sharing affection in public, but not for a lack of desire.

Protests and turmoil push more Hongkongers to seek psychological support AsiaOneA week of massive protests in defiance of the government's extradition bill have driven an increasing number of Hongkongers to seek psychological support, ...

Fantasising about killing your boss is normal, psychologist says The IndependentIf you've ever thought about murdering your boss, fear not, as not only is it more common than you think but it's actually a good thing, a leading psychologist ...

Psychologist Says Farrah Fawcett's Son 'Incompetent' To Stand Trial Radar OnlineA third psychologist diagnosed Redmond O'Neal as "incompetent" to stand trial on serious felony charges related to a 2018 crime spree, but now prosecutors ...

Gaming Disorder, Revisited Psychology TodayLast week, Gaming Disorder was officially included in the World Health Organization's ICD-11. This article looks at some of the myths surrounding the decision.

32 Things Introverts Wish You Knew Psychology TodayI asked introverts what one thing they wish the world knew about introversion. Here's what they said.

West Indies vs Bangladesh Preview, World Cup 2019: Psychological advantage with Bangladesh against West I Times of IndiaTAUNTON: Bangladesh will have the psychological advantage when they face West Indies though both teams are sailing in the same boat as far as their World ...

Anthony Joshua enlists help of Navy Seals and sports psychologist ahead of Andy Ruiz fight The TelegraphPressure comes with the territory for heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, but he has enlisted the help of Navy Seal training for maximum duress ahead of ...

Lawsuits raise new allegations of sexual and psychological abuse by ex-VPD detective CBC.caTwo young women are accusing a disgraced former Vancouver Police detective of sexually abusing and emotionally manipulating them during an investigation ...

The Psychology Behind Summer Weddings, According To Science & History Elite DailySummer weddings seem beyond romantic — the flowers, the water, the sunlight. Plus, people are taking more vacation days anyway, so it's easier for your ...

Overcome Crushing "Math Anxiety" With This Simple Psychological Hack InverseThe feelings of tension and anxiety that arise when trying to solve a mathematical problem can be all-consuming. This is known as math anxiety and can affect ...

The psychology of money: How our behaviour affects our money-making decisions 9HoneyAt a time of rising prices and low wage growth, the ability to make savvy decisions about how we spend our ...

Did Cosmic Explosions Prompt Our Ancestors to Walk Upright? Psychology TodaySupernova explosions in outer space millions of years ago may have triggered a chain reaction that burned Earth's forests and prompted our ancient human ...

Reid wants to rope in psychologist to work with mentally fragile Indian players SportstarGraham Reid replaced Harendra Singh in April this year and the Australian said his passion to give Indian hockey its glorious days back brought him to the ...

New dads can suffer from baby blues as well, psychologist says CBC.caAs more fathers take on a larger role in parenting — and the pressures and sacrifices that go along with it — men can shows signs similar to postpartum ...

Biden highlights the nation's lack of school psychologists PolitiFactOutlining his education platform on May 28, former vice president and 2020 Democratic presidential contender Joe Biden put the spotlight on an often-ignored ...

The devastating psychological impact of the death of a friend QuartzThe death of a friend is a loss that most people face at some point in their lives—but we don't take it as seriously.

24 psychological tricks that will help you ace a job interview LaddersIt's not nervous tics like fidgeting in interviews that hurt your chances. Rather, it could be that being anxious makes you seem less warm and assertive.

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