Using Exercise as Medication for ADHD
"Think of exercise as medication. For a very small handful of people with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD ADD), it may actually be a replacement for stimulants, but, for most, it's complementary — something they should absolutely do, along with taking meds, to help increase attention and improve mood," said John Ratey, M.D., an associate clinical professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, in an article for ADDitudeMag.com. (Read More)
Thought of the Month
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Recovery/Stress Management
Stress is a buzz word that is grossly misunderstood. Eliminating stress and controlling it are two very different concepts. The only time that you will not have stress in your life, is when it’s over. Like all things, it is simply a matter of balance.
We respond positively to a challenge if we understand the paradox of stress and control. Limiting excessive physiological, psychological and mental stress like depression, anxiety and chronic pre-occupation also helps.
Stress while potentially debilitating is also a key to growth. Exercise is stress. When you challenge your body or your brain you must provide the body with the specific nutrients it requires in order for growth to occur.