Mark Bertin's Blog, page 3

Why Is Adult ADHD So Often Unrecognized?

Just the act of getting diagnosed can be a game-changer with ADHD. It's like reading the last chapter of a mystery novel, where suddenly you look back and everything makes sense.

Living With Both ADHD and OCD

Having either ADHD or OCD can be challenging in itself. But having both is greater than the sum of its parts.  

Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, and ADHD

Your habitual nasty voice is not based in reality. Most people feel better and work harder when they let go of self-criticism.

Your ADHD Plan: A Recipe for Better Focus

An effective and compassionate path of trial and error around ADHD relies on a clear-sighted exploration of what’s possible without self-criticism or blame.

The Reality of Auditory Processing and Our Online World

A crisis of misinformation escalates parents’ stress while often providing misguided direction.  There is no straightforward way to sort out what is valid around childrenn today.

Coming to Attention: Mindfulness, Crisis, and Resilience

Mindfulness arises from a core premise. Ask yourself, is it true? Does paying attention matter? Nothing anyone says changes your life unless you try it yourself.

Coming to Attention: Mindfulness, Crisis and Resilience

Mindfulness arises from a core premise:  Ask yourself, is it true? Do mindfulness and paying attention matter? Nothing anyone says changes your life unless you try it yourself.

ADHD at a Distance

Understanding what is needed and possible in any situation means framing ADHD as a disorder of self-management.

Steadying Our Communal Raft During Uncertain Times

How can we each continue to act with compassion and generosity if the anxiety and uncertain persist?

Home Learning During the Crisis

Create structure, monitor work time as well as you can – and trust that we’ll figure out how to catch our kids up when it’s time for that.