Attention Deficit Disorder/ Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Very often addiction is accompanied by a variety of conditions, examples which can include depression, mood swings and anxiety disorders. At times, do you have difficulty focusing, paying attention and remembering the simplest of things? Do you frequently notice symptoms that started when you were a child and continue now that you’re an adult? Some of these may be:
- Restlessness
- Poor attention
- Trouble sustaining a conversation
- Unfulfilled promises
- Temper outbursts
- Fidgeting
- Compulsive behaviors
- Impatience
- Intolerance of boredom
- Hot temper
- Tendency to worry
- Insecurity
- Poor self esteem
- Impaired concentration
- Disorganization
- Underachievement
- Procrastination
- Problems in relationships, jobs, friendships
- Losing things
- Impulsive interrupting of others
- Inability to relax
- Motivational deficit
- No follow through
If you have any of these symptoms you may have ADD/ADHD
WHAT IS ADD/ADHD?
ADD/ADHD is a neuropsychiatric syndrome which can include a number of symptoms that include inattention, impulsivity, behavioral disinhibition, hyperactivity and emotionality. When this is coupled with a substance abuse problem, you and your family suffer.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) + Counseling
With CBT, my specialty, you can learn to live effectively with ADD/ADHD, adapt your approach to things to fit your needs and style, and not be overwhelmed or victimized by it. You can learn to live a full and satisfying life by successfully working with your ADD/ADHD and by taking control of any addictions.
Hypnosis
Hypnosis is an effective approach, especially when coupled with CBT and counseling.
HOPE FOR YOUR FUTURE
CBT coupled with counseling and hypnosis teaches you how to take control and work well with your energy.
POSITIVES OF ADD/ADHD
- Michael Phelps
was diagnosed with ADHD as a child and had difficulty with schoolwork, but went on to win the all-time record for Olympic gold medals (23).
- Karina Smirnoff
- Howie Mandel
- Ty Pennington
- Adam Levine
- Paris Hilton
- Simone Biles
- Zooey Deschanel
is famous actress who has demonstrated that living with ADHD may not be that difficult.
- Emma Watson
- Michelle Rodriguez
- Woody Harrelson
- Ryan Gosling
- Will Smith
- Jim Carrey
- Karina Smirnoff
- Richard Branson
- Rory Bremner
- Jamie Oliver
- Leonardo da Vinci
- John F Kennedy
- Justin Timberlake
- Bill Gates