Understanding ADHD in the Jewish Community

Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and addressing ADHD within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on understanding and managing ADHD in the Jewish community.

Unique Challenges of ADHD in the Jewish Community

When individuals within the Jewish community experience ADHD, it represents a specific category of challenges shaped by distinct cultural, religious, and social factors. Attention difficulties, impulsivity, and hyperactivity can manifest in unique ways within Jewish life, potentially impacting religious observances, social interactions, and community expectations. Like general ADHD, it can have significant effects on individuals' academic, occupational, and interpersonal functioning.

Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish professionals, therapists, and experts. These resources offer extensive knowledge on addressing ADHD within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive strategies.

Unlocking the Unconscious: The Transformative Power of Sand Tray Therapy for Children and Adults

In a world where traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel limiting, sand tray therapy emerges as a dynamic and creative alternative. Picture this: a miniature landscape filled with vibrant figures,…

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Ask Fay: Should I delete social media entirely?

Recently I've been using Twitter/x in addition to ig and tt.. I find it to be info overload with using multiple social media platforms. But then I feel like there's…

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1-1 Breakthrough Session

You will be cleansed, healed, and blown away from your new insight after our session. Access a deeper level of yourself to reach incredulous joy and a satisfyingly soothing, rich,…

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Ask Fay: on jealousy, emotional eating, dealing with overwhelm, keeping a wedding small, getting unstuck while studying

How do I not be jealous of my siblings who are married/ have kids etc.. I feel like a loser. Hey, my dearest! By realizing that not being married YET…

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Life lessons from the Dreidle

When we think of Chanukah, of course one thing that comes to mind is a Dreidel! As a kid, I used to just spin, hope for a Gimmel, and have…

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Professionals Who Specialize in ADHD

Rachel Brezel

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

If you want to live a life you’ve never lived, you have to do things you’ve never done.

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented

Sarit Shaer

Coach, Healer & Life Coach

No one will ever love you more than you love yourself.

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic

Roxanne Singer

Psychiatric Medication Provider, DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, AGPCNP-NC, AGNP-C, CDCES

No matter where your path to wellness may lead, you can trust that I will be there to guide you every step of the way.

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 🥇 Empowering

Adam Schachar

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

Michal Cohen, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf - Jon Kabat-Zinn

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • 🤝 Collaborative

Penina Pultman

Psychiatric Medication Provider, DMSC, PA-C

With you every step of the way

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic

Devora Segall, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

The distance between the mind and the heart is as far as the distance from the earth to the heavens. - Rabbi Yisrael Salanter

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic

Rachel Steinhardt, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Ariela Bellin

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, PsyD

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous

Sheri Bardos, Psy.D.

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology

If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things. ― Albert Einstein

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic

Mattie Chein

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW

The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old but on building the new.

  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🎨 Creative

Becky Fenton, PsyD

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, PsyD

Long Island Psychology and Consulting Services

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering

Understanding and Addressing ADHD within the Jewish Community

ADHD is a prevalent concern across various populations, including unique challenges encountered within the Jewish community. While the broader societal understanding of ADHD exists, the intricacies of relationships, expectations, and dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. ADHD within the Jewish community can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, or background, highlighting the need for awareness and targeted interventions.

Strategies for Addressing ADHD in the Jewish Community

Effective support and management for Jewish individuals with ADHD necessitate approaches that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses educational accommodations, therapy that respects religious beliefs and cultural practices, community support networks that provide understanding and inclusion, and medication management when necessary. Tailored interventions and strategies are developed to address the specific facets of ADHD within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring a path towards optimal functioning and well-being. Our professionals are experts in their fields, bringing both specialized knowledge and a deep understanding of cultural nuances to their work

Our directory features professionals, including Therapists, Psychiatrists & Coaches, who offer culturally sensitive support for those navigating ADHD within the Jewish community.

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