Suicide Prevention
Today is National Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide is a topic no one wants to think about or talk about. Yet, According to the CDC (2016) it is the second cause of death of individuals age 10 – 34, and the fourth leading cause of death among individuals ages 35 – 54 according to the CDC (2016).…
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ADHD and Executive Skills
Are you the parent of a teenager with ADHD? If so, then you probably see some weaknesses, as well as some strengths, in the area of executive skills. What are executive skills? They are the skills that your teen needs to be able to manage different tasks, problems and emotions that he/she will confront on…
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EMDR & Trauma
Trauma is the response to a deeply personal distressing event you may have witnessed or experienced where you feared for your life or your safety. Frequently, people whom I work with discount their experiences as being traumatic, incorrectly assuming war veterans are the only ones who experience PTSD; that isn’t true. PTSD is diagnosed by…
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Fireworks, PTSD and Triggering
The 4th of July holiday is traditionally the official start of Summer fun and celebrations. It is generally a fun time with picnics and social gatherings, often with public firework displays. The use of fireworks is an American tradition that many look forward to. However, for those who have experienced interpersonal violence, or been…
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Three Ways to Manage Symptoms of ADHD at Work
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (often called ADHD or ADD) can have a huge impact on a person’s ability to remain productive at work. At the Center for NeuroPotential, we encourage people to use behavioral strategies in addition to neurofeedback and counseling. Here are just a few tips that can help you manage symptoms of ADHD…
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