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30 09, 2020

Procrastination: A Fault Or A Strategy?

By Diane Sottile PhD|2020-09-29T23:55:08+00:00September 30th, 2020|

Let’s admit it. We all procrastinate. Sometimes we put things off because we just don’t want to do them. Other times we have too much to do, so we avoid doing any of it. Procrastination in and of itself is not the problem. In fact, it could be our brains’ way of saying, “Whoa, put the brakes on here. You are doing too much”. But, for individuals with ADHD or executive function challenges, procrastination can become pervasive. In fact, procrastination is extreme for those with ADHD and executive function deficits. This behavior of putting things off is related to our ability to [...]

ADHD Coaching: How Long Does It Take?

By Diane Sottile PhD|2020-02-25T02:36:00+00:00January 18th, 2020|

When parents decide that they need to seek the help of an ADHD coach for their child, one of the first questions they ask me is, “How long will this take?”. As much as I would like to give them a straightforward answer, I cannot. ADHD is a chronic neurodevelopmental disorder. Individuals with ADHD have an on-going pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interfere with daily life. ADHD may also result in difficulties with executive functions (the mental processes used for planning and execution). There are three types of ADHD: inattentive (often referred to as ADD); hyperactive-impulsive; and combined inattentive & hyperactive-impulsive. ADHD has [...]

What Is The Difference Between ADHD and Executive Function Deficits?

By Diane Sottile PhD|2020-02-23T16:43:13+00:00March 23rd, 2019|

As an ADHD and Executive Function coach, I am often asked to explain the difference between ADHD and executive function deficits. It is important to note that ADHD, which stands for Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, is a defined disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5thEdition (“DSM-5). The DSM-5 is used by health care practitioners to diagnose a variety of mental disorders. The DSM-5 provides a list of symptoms and criteria that practitioners can use to provide an accurate diagnosis and to determine the appropriate treatment. Although problems with executive function are often termed as Executive Function Disorder, it [...]