Great article on adult ADHD in NY Times. And there are quotes from two of my favorite people, Ari Tuckman Psy.D. and Russell Barkley Ph.D.! Health Speed Bumps on the Way to an A.D.H.D. Diagnosis By LESLEY ALDERMAN Published: May 13, 2011 Undiagnosed, the disorder can wreak havoc on relationships and one’s self-esteem. But getting a [...]
ScienceDaily (2011-02-25) -- Being a "happy" teenager is linked to increased well-being in adulthood, new research finds. Using information from 2776 individuals who participated in the 1946 British birth cohort study, the scientists tested associations between having a positive childhood and well-being in adulthood. A 'positive' childhood was based on teacher evaluations of students' levels of [...]
Perfectionism has been linked to poor physical health and an increased rate of death, according to Dr. Pem Fry. The study followed 450 adults aged 65 and older for 6.5 years. The participants completed an initial questionnaire to assess their level of perfectionism and other personality traits. Participants with high perfectionism scores had a 51% increased [...]