We all remember kids from school who couldn't sit still, who never seemed to listen, who blurted out inappropriate comments, or didn’t follow instructions no matter how clearly you present them.

While it’s normal for us to forget sometimes, daydream, or act without thinking, inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity are also signs of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD. ADHD makes it difficult for a person to inhibit their spontaneous responses, including everything from movement to speech to assertiveness.

There are three primary characteristics of ADHD: Inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, though all three aren’t always prominent.

Adults with ADD/ADHD may:

• Have trouble staying focused or get easily distracted
• Appear not to be listening when spoken to
• Constantly fidget and squirm
• Talk excessively
• Act without thinking
• Interrupt often, or say the wrong thing at the wrong time
• Have a quick temper or “short fuse”

Adults who can’t focus or control themselves or get into trouble at work often find it hard to make friends. These frustrations can later lead to low self-esteem as well as friction for the whole family.

Jackie has studied various theories of ADD/ADHD and has a holistic approach to help clients see their strengths and how to improve over gut and brain health. 

If you’re interested in learning more about ADD and ADHD therapy, contact me today for a free consultation. I would be happy to share how I can help.