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ADD vs. ADHD – Is There a Difference?

We breakdown what ADD and ADHD are and the differences between the two.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are often used interchangeably, but the slight difference in abbreviation leads many people to wonder: are these two different conditions? If not, what is the reason for the separate names? In this blog, we’ll break down what ADD and ADHD are, and if there is […]

Clinician Spotlight: Dandan Wang, PMHNP-BC

The practitioners at Rivia Mind come from a variety of different professional backgrounds that eventually brought them to working in our network. Some have served on research teams at universities, while others have military experience among the list of their professional accomplishments. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Dandan Wang, PMHNP-BC, was a nurse for 5 years before […]

How to Stop Procrastinating and Conquer your To-Do List

We all do it- watch as the big deadline approaches, our anxiety rising but our bodies not jumping to action. Then, an hour before it’s due, panic takes hold, and you finish your assignment in a caffeine-induced haze. Procrastinating is a widespread problem, with about 20% of adults being chronic procrastinators (source). It’s worse for […]

Study Tips for Students With ADHD

College students have a lot on their plate and finding time to study for upcoming classes and exams can be a difficult task. Due to this, the majority of students end up cramming for a big test the night before in hopes that they will be able to retain all the knowledge needed the next […]

Do I Have Adult ADHD?

Many adults with ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, go undiagnosed, but the American Psychiatric Association estimates about 2.5% of adults have ADHD. Everyone has experienced some of the typical symptoms of ADHD, and it should be diagnosed by a professional, but some symptoms to look for are:  Lack of focus — Do you find it hard to […]