Most people are feeling stressed, and this is especially true of many ADHD adults.  The downturn in the economy, climbing employer and client expectations, and an ever growing To-Do list, keep us constantly trying to do more in less time. More fearful for their jobs than ever, ADHD adults often stay late to do their work.  Arriving home mentally exhausted, you are more likely to suffer from anxiety and of course, long hours and low energy don’t help them create with a more balanced life... Read Full Story

« Le TDAH : de l’adolescent à l’adulte? » Un regard sur l’impact du TDAH à travers les âges Présenté par: Dr François Raymond, Pédiatre Clinique Adoncour Boucherville: Date : Le jeudi 1 octobre 2009 Heure : 19h00 à 21h00 Endroit : École secondaire de Mortagne Amphithéâtre 955 Boulevard de Montarville Boucherville, J4B 1Z6 St-Hyacinthe: Date: Le mercredi 14 octobre 2009 Heure : 19h00 à 21h00 Endroit : Polyvalente Hyacinthe Delorme Salle Katimavik 2700 Avenue T.D Bouchard Saint-Hyacinthe Prièr... Read Full Story

Je viens d’être informé que CADDAC présente une conférence sur le Déficit d’attention intitulée, Le guide du cerveau TDA/H pour aidants et intervenants. Comprendre le fonctionnement du cerveau, les troubles concomitants et les traitements appropriés pour le TDA/H (Cette présentation sera en anglais et les questions pourront être posées en anglais ou en français) Avec le Dr Tony Rostain, psychiatre. Cette présentation s’adresse aux parents, professeurs, médecins, psychologues, trav... Read Full Story

I was just informed that CADDAC (Centre for ADD Advocacy, Canada) will be presenting a conference called: The Caretaker and User’s Guide to the ADHD Brain: Understanding Brain Functioning, Common Coexisting Disorders and Appropriate Treatments for ADHD. Featuring: Dr. Tony Rostain, MD, MA  psychiatrist This presentation will interest parents, educators, doctors, psychologists, social workers, counselors, child youth workers and adolescents and adults with ADHD. Dr. Rostain will explain ... Read Full Story

Our family life and Attention Deficit Disorder I have exciting news. A reporter for The Globe and Mail interviewed me recently, and even sent a photographer to our home. The article is about the inspiration for my career change from successful pharmaceutical sales representative to ADHD Coach. Many of you know I live with Attention Deficit Disorder in my own family. My husband and the younger of my two daughters were both diagnosed with ADHD about 14 years ago, and the dramatic improvement... Read Full Story

ADHD adults often struggle in the corporate world. Many lose their jobs, often multiple times, because they don’t fit the corporate mold. It’s little wonder they gravitate toward starting their own business, after all, you can’t be fired when you’re the boss! While entrepreneurship may initially just be a way of creating employment flexible enough to adapt to your way of working, it often turns out to be a great career move. You minimize negative ADHD symptoms when y... Read Full Story

Les entrepreneurs, adultes atteints le TDAH et autres génies créatifs qui retiennent mes services de coaching ont souvent des difficultés avec leur productivité personnelle.  Pour cette raison ils sont confus par mes premières questions. Ils sont surpris lorsque je leur demande à propos de leur hygiène de vie, c’est-à-dire combien d’heures de sommeil ils dorment la nuit, et combien d’exercice physique ils font. Ils sont étonnés par mes questions sur leurs passe-temps, leurs ... Read Full Story

The entrepreneurs, ADHD adults and other creative geniuses who come to me are usually struggling with productivity. Perhaps that’s why my first questions are so unexpected. They’re surprised when I ask how much sleep they’re getting, or how often they’re able to exercise. They’re shocked when I ask about their hobbies, their beliefs and how much time they spend doing things that interest them or that allow them to be creative. A common misconception, they equ... Read Full Story

The entrepreneurs, ADHD adults and other creative geniuses who come to me are usually struggling with productivity. Perhaps that’s why my first questions are so unexpected. They’re surprised when I ask how much sleep they’re getting, or how often they’re able to exercise. They’re shocked when I ask about their hobbies, their beliefs and how much time they spend doing things that interest them or that allow them to be creative. A common misconception, they equ... Read Full Story

You tend to be easily dist…oh look at the pretty bird You’re so impatient, even “Just Do It” takes too long When asked to think outside the box, you ask “What Box?” You immediately know the solution when everyone else is still struggling with the problem You’re the Olympic champion in jumping to conclusion When asked to sit quietly, you provide your own rhythm section (tapping fingers, bouncing legs) Driving isn’t about getting from A to B, it&... Read Full Story