ADD, ADHD or Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder are conditions mostly associated with childhood. The reality is that there are many adults in our society who have ADD of ADHD, who have simply never been diagnosed. Their struggle will lie in difficulty holding...
Welcome to my blog
There is a lot of information around on the importance of looking after our health, like maintaining a healthy diet and plenty of exercise... Which is all well and good if your aim is just to keep your body healthy. But what about your brain?
From chocolate to coffee and sleep to sharper smarter thinking, join me for an article or three as I share insights, tips and ideas on what it takes to keep your brain operating at full speed, so you can wake up feeling refreshed, happier and healthier every day.
Welcome to my blog
There is a lot of information around on the importance of looking after our health, like maintaining a healthy diet and plenty of exercise... Which is all well and good if your aim is just to keep your body healthy. But what about your brain?
From chocolate to coffee and sleep to sharper smarter thinking, join me for an article or three as I share insights, tips and ideas on what it takes to keep your brain operating at full speed, so you can wake up feeling refreshed, happier and healthier every day.
Why money alone isn’t going to make Australia the clever country
While our politicians argue amongst themselves about money and education, perhaps this is a good time to remind ourselves just how lucky we are if we have a brain that can operate well in the school and tertiary system.Education provides us with the tools: the...
ADHD. Can using a coach help?
What does ADHD mean to you? Does it conjure up a mental picture of a child behaving badly? A child running round out of control, bouncing off the walls with a parent or teacher pulling their hair out not knowing how to deal with their inattentiveness, impulsivity and...
Why kids with ADHD are more at risk of addictive behaviour
Dopamine is a brain neurotransmitter that is associated with a number of important brain functions including motor control, emotions, feelings of pleasure and reward. Like the story of “Goldilocks and the three bears” it’s important to have the amount of dopamine in...
Adults with ADHD: an increased risk of dementia
Many adults with ADHD and attention deficit remain under diagnosed, which can lead to significant difficulties with focus, paying attention and impulsive behaviour. New research suggests there is also a higher price to pay: A higher risk of dementia. After Alzheimer’s...