Struggling to manage finances? Always running late? You may suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, better known as ADHD. Defined as an incurable chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness; ADHD can make simple day-to-day activities a chore, place a strain on your relationships and much more. Contrary to popular belief, ADHD is not […]
It’s common to hear about attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, but not the 8 million adults who are expected to have the condition. Not even a quarter of adults who have ADHD are diagnosed or treated so if you’re trouble staying focused and organized, it may be due to a more serious issue. In […]
National Coloring Book Day is recognized annually on August 2. Coloring and coloring books have always been popular with children, but over the years adults have gotten more and more involved with coloring. Adult coloring is now a huge trend and many are finding that it is not only fun but also a great way […]
Last year, sales of coloring books in the US shot up from 1 million to 12 million units. The sales spike quickly prompted a slew of articles asking whether our culture is collectively stressed out and/or reverting to childhood hobbies. I, too, mocked the trend right up until I started coloring this year as a therapy […]
Coloring isn’t just for kids! Plenty of adults are turning the page on daily stress, thanks to the popular trend. But does it really help you wind down? Lydia Lowe picked up a couple of coloring books a few months ago for her teen daughters, Livy and Sarah, thinking it would be an alternative to cell phones and computers. “I […]
Coloring books are no longer just for the kids. In fact, adult coloring books are all the rage right now. And while researchers and art therapists alike have touted the calming benefits for over a decade, it’s childhood favorite Crayola that’s gotten adult coloring books some serious grown-up attention. The famous crayon makers just launched […]
