ADHD affects far ranging parts of life, often getting in the way of itself by making the exact habits that would improve ADHD symptoms harder to sustain. Research shows people with ADHD prone to an array of health concerns, from being overweight to eating disorders, and from difficulty settling for sleep to true sleep disorders. They are more likely to have driving accidents, smoke, drink underage and struggle with substance abuse. On the other hand, various activities that help manage ADHD, like consistent sleep, exercise or practicing mindfulness, are often difficult to maintain with ADHD. By recognizing these broad effects, parents of children with ADHD and adults with ADHD can better address its impact on their lives, and proactively plan for the future.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the impact of ADHD on planning around ADHD
- Review ways to overcome the impact of ADHD on caring for ADHD
- Recognize and address the impact of ADHD on healthy living routines
Course Features
- Lectures 3
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 62 minutes
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 26
- Assessments Yes
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 3 Lessons
- 62 Minutes
- RecordingsADHD affects far ranging parts of life, often getting in the way of itself by making the exact habits that would improve ADHD symptoms harder to sustain. Research shows people with ADHD prone to an array of health concerns, from being overweight to eating disorders, and from difficulty settling for sleep to true sleep disorders. They are more likely to have driving accidents, smoke, drink underage and struggle with substance abuse. On the other hand, various activities that help manage ADHD, like consistent sleep, exercise or practicing mindfulness, are often difficult to maintain with ADHD. By recognizing these broad effects, parents of children with ADHD and adults with ADHD can better address its impact on their lives, and proactively plan for the future.3
