Daniel G. Amen, MD is a physician, child and adult psychiatrist, brain imaging specialist, Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and medical director of the Amen Clinics in California, Washington, and Virginia. He is a bestselling author of 28 books, including Healing ADD: The Breakthrough Program That Allows You to See and Heal the 6 Types of ADD. Dr. Amen is also a parent of four children, two of whom have ADHD.

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Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities' annual $1,000 Youth Achievement Award is a nationwide recognition of high accomplishment for students 19 or younger with learning disabilities and/or ADHD. Nominations for the award are open until February 28, 2012.

This $1,000 award recognizes the strengths and accomplishments of young people with learning disabilities and ADHD. It will be given to a student 19 or younger for demonstrating initiative, talent and determination resulting in a notable accomplishment in any field--including art, music, science, math, athletics or community service. Honorable Mentions will also be awarded. Award presentations will take place at the organization's annual benefit on the evening of Friday, June 8, 2012

To learn more or to download the application form go to the Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities website at www.smartkidswithld.org

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"Does anyone seem to say the wrong thing to someone, realize it later, way after it's too late, and then feel stupid about it for days afterward? How do you recover?" --About.com Reader

Please share your experiences, feelings, and tips for dealing with verbal impulsivity.

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The New Year is here and you may have made a resolution or two. Ever find that some of your resolutions are similar to ones made last year? We may start the new year with good intentions, but as the year moves forward, work toward goals may lose steam with all the other obligations buzzing around us. Here are a few strategies to help you stick it out and reach those goals.

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