Dr. Clarissa Morton

Salah is the obligatory daily prayer in Islam,  observed  at five specific  Salah times .   These include  Fajr ,  Zuhr ,  Asr ,  Maghrib , and  Isha , each with its own  prayer rakats .   The structure ensures consistency, turning prayer into a daily commitment rather than an occasional act.   Salah is defined as much by  when  it is prayed as  how  it is prayed.   Platforms like  Wise Compass   explain Salah as a framework for daily discipline, not just belief.   Its children’s collections,  Juniors’ Adventures  and  Young Explorers , also explore routine through story-based learning.   Salah gives faith a timetable.  

Neuroscience has made  significant progress  in understanding ADHD .  Brain imaging studies consistently show differences in structure and activity in specific regions linked to attention and impulse control.   Research focuses heavily on the prefrontal cortex, basal ganglia, and cerebellum. These areas support planning, movement regulation, and emotional processing. Meta-analysis studies confirm that these findings appear across large populations, reinforcing ADHD as a neurodevelopmental condition.   Why Brain Imaging Still Matters   Although brain scans cannot diagnose ADHD independently, they provide strong biological evidence that ADHD is not simply  behavioural .   Prefrontal Cortex  and  Executive Function   Reduced activity in the prefrontal cortex is commonly  observed  in ADHD. This can affect focus,  organisation , and emotional regulation. Medication and therapy work together to support this system.  ...

As brain scanning technology improves, many people ask whether ADHD can now be diagnosed using neuroimaging. Despite growing research, brain scans are not used as a standalone diagnostic tool.   ADHD is diagnosed clinically. This involves  behavioural  checklists,  in depth  interviews, and understanding how symptoms appear across different environments such as work, education, and home life.   The Role of Brain Scans  in  ADHD Research   Neuroimaging helps researchers study patterns across groups, but individual variation  remains  too wide for diagnosis.   Prefrontal Cortex  and  Attention Regulation   The prefrontal cortex supports focus and impulse control. Imaging studies often show reduced activity in this area, helping explain symptoms such as distractibility or impulsivity.   Basal Ganglia  and   Behaviour  Regulation   The basal ganglia  play  a role in motivation and...

  Cognitive  Behavioural  Therapy is included in official ADHD treatment recommendations across multiple countries.  Both UK and US CBT guidelines for ADHD   support its use, particularly for adults and individuals who cannot take medication.   While CBT is not always the first  option  offered, it is widely  recognised  as an effective complementary therapy that addresses executive dysfunction, emotional regulation, and daily structure.   What the Guidelines Say   UK NICE recommendations:  NICE  advises  CBT for adults with ongoing ADHD symptoms despite medication or when medication is unsuitable. Therapy should be structured, goal-driven, and tailored specifically to ADHD challenges.   US professional guidance:  In the US, CBT is supported by the American Psychiatric Association and AACAP as part of comprehensive ADHD care. It is  frequently  recommended alongside medication in adults and a...