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Feb 28, 2025

Caffeine is almost universally seen as an antidote to memory, fatigue, and focus problems, but may affect heart rate and sleep. Sarah Cheyette, M.D., discusses research on caffeine and ADHD, and the risks and benefits of consuming this natural stimulant.

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Feb 4, 2025

Sleep problems frequently co-occur with ADHD. J.J. Sandra Kooij, M.D., Ph.D., explains what we know about how sleep loss impairs concentration, memory, mood stability, and the immune system, and about effective treatments for sleep disorders.

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Dec 19, 2024

As sunlight dwindles in the winter months, people with ADHD are especially prone to winter depression. J.J. Sandra Kooij, M.D., Ph.D., explains how light therapy can help with seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

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Dec 3, 2024

DBT works by helping children develop skills that decrease unwanted feelings and unhelpful behaviors, as well as accept difficult feelings about themselves and others without judgment. Learn about this evidence-based treatment from Lauren Allerhand, Psy.D.

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Nov 12, 2024

Dialectical Behavior Therapy aims to improve emotional dysregulation through four basic skills modules: core mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Learn more about DBT for adults with ADHD from Scott Spradlin, LPC.

DBT Skills for ADHD Symptoms: More Resources

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