Mackay ADHD Support Group in Mackay, Queensland | Non-profit organisation

Mackay ADHD Support Group

Locality: Mackay, Queensland

Phone: +61 405 312 100

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24.01.2022 "...individuals have to determine what works for their children....But there is one thing that will never work.....And that is the berating and mocking of child...ren for expressing their emotions....." Many of us are guilty of this as parents. Staying calm and not letting our anger get the best of us is incredibly difficult. Do you recall the last time you lost your cool and regretted it after? Comment below! See more

23.01.2022 ADHD OPINIONS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFCKa9CVzGU

23.01.2022 If you’re a young person being called weird or different, I’m here to tell you that your critics do not count. Their words will fade. You will not. Who's your favorite!?

22.01.2022 Don’t forget to join us tomorrow at 8:15am or after school drop off at Porters cafe! See you there

22.01.2022 ADULTS & FAMILIES. Recommended (20 minutes) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ahk_RtG4gxs

19.01.2022 "Son, you are not broken because your mind works differently than others."

16.01.2022 Excellent article by Melissa Orlov, marriage consultant and one of the worlds foremost experts on how ADHD impacts adult relationships. She notes .. "couples d...o best when they fully acknowledge the presence of ADHD, celebrating the best elements it may bring, as well as the effort made to manage the worst of ADHD" See more

16.01.2022 Today I want to discuss nutritional deficiencies and toxic environmental exposures that may mimic ADHD behaviours. Addressing such underlying causes may help th...e child's focus, concentration and behaviour, as well as their overall health. An ADHD diagnosis is based on symptoms and behaviours: a child being impulsive, not concentrating on their schoolwork, not finishing tasks, being disruptive, restless, and easily frustrated. There is no blood test or x-ray that says yes you have ADHD. It is a subjective diagnosis. Both the parents and the teachers have to fill out behaviour assessment forms because the behaviour has to be a problem in different settings, not just at school or just at home. My latest article on the subject can be found here: https://blog.drleilamasson.com//nutrient-deficiencies-and/ See more

11.01.2022 Excellent article. ... The word disorder is inherently judgmental. It doesn’t take into account the many positive traits of ADHD. Is being empathetic, creati...ve, and enthusiastic a disorder? Is having a rapid intuitive grasp of almost anything you come across a disorder? Is being exceptionally sensitive and curious about life a disorder? See more

11.01.2022 CNN shares this great story on successful executives with ADHD. https://www.cnn.com//succe/executives-with-adhd/index.html

11.01.2022 We are need some Information around adult diagnosis in the Mackay region. Anonymous post: Very long story short my son was just diagnosed with ADHD (4 yr process to get there). Going through this journey with him has kind of given me a lot of insight into the my own childhood and the symptoms I still struggle with as an adult in every aspect of life, I have only found 1 specialist in Mackay for adult ADHD. I really need some help pointing in the right direction to get the ...process started to look into the possibility of it myself as an adult Please message or comment if you have any information to help!

10.01.2022 We are back on! Come join us, those with ADHD, parents & carers for a coffee and a chat! Don't forget to click attending if you are coming :) Looking forward to seeing you all!

08.01.2022 https://facebook.com/events/1737070063096830/?ti=icl

07.01.2022 Poor nutrition can cause a child or adult with ADHD to become distracted, impulsive, and restless. The right foods, on the other hand, can lessen those symptoms.

07.01.2022 Good afternoon We are not getting very close with organizing our new program for the year. Please give us feedback and suggestions - Monthly meet ups with parents at a cafe in town - after school drop off ... - special event evenings for speakers to come in for information - events for children to come and get to know each other and for parents to meet others We will be supplying more information in the up coming weeks. Please tell us your thoughts and suggestions Thank you and keep your eye out on more information

05.01.2022 "The love that turns a disability into an ability. A moment of fear into an act of bravery. A deep love of a child into a strong love of self."

04.01.2022 How great is this! This workshop will be so beneficial! You will definitely be seeing me there!

03.01.2022 Don’t forget about this event! This Wednesday