Mind Excessively Wandering Scale (MEWS)

Here are the key findings from a 2016 article from The Lancet. The Lancet is a weekly peer-reviewed general medical journal and one of the oldest of its kind. It is also the world’s highest-impact academic journal. Note the fifth bullet point, which states that stimulants (including atomoxetine or Strattera) are among the most effective…

Problem gaming? Consider a dopamine detox. Problems with excessive video game use are very common for ADHD folks. In theory, they are rooted in a dopamine-based cycle: But it may only take three days of abstinence to change the cycle!

An Acceptance and Commitment Metaphor Many of our goals involve getting rid of something or stopping something. We might call these  “dead man goals” because a dead man could achieve them perfectly well.  What would it be like to have  goals that required us to be alive?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental health conditions in Canada, affecting approximately 1.8 million Canadians.  ADHD can shorten life expectancy by 13 years on average if persistent into adulthood. That is greater than the top four health conditions that we focus on as a society combined, such as obesity,…