Is It Just Stress — or Something More? Understanding When Anxiety Takes Over
You freeze before the meeting because you know what will happen. Your mind will go blank, your shaky voice and sweaty palms will distract you, and everyone will see that you’re a fake. You think, “I’ll never get where I want to be in my career.” You often decline invitations to gatherings and social events […]
The Strengths of Neurodiversity: Benefits of Thinking Differently
You see connections where other people miss them. More than a few times, you’ve been praised—at school, home, or work—for coming up with a totally unexpected but brilliant solution to a problem. At work, you have an incredible memory for details that most of your colleagues overlook. When something catches your interest, you can focus […]
ADHD and Emotional Dysregulation: How to Navigate Intense Feelings
If asked to describe attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), most people would picture someone who’s a bit impulsive, struggles to stay focused and organized, or can’t sit still. But if you or someone you care about lives with ADHD, you know it isn’t just about focus or hyperactivity. For many people with ADHD, emotional dysregulation is often […]
Burnout in Neurodivergent Individuals: Why It Happens & How to Prevent It
Those of us who are neurodivergent know what it is like to feel so completely drained that no rest helps. Even simple tasks such as walking your dog or driving to work take too much energy. Perhaps you become easily irritated and lash out at others over trivial matters, or just shut down and isolate, […]
ADHD and Productivity: Why Traditional Methods Might Be Holding You Back
Do you find it challenging to follow rigid schedules and instructions, stick to repetitive routines, or complete tasks in a straight, step-by-step way? Decision-making may feel overwhelming. Deadlines slip by, and procrastination creeps in, leaving you feeling like an impostor. There is nothing wrong with you, though. The problem isn’t ADHD; traditional productivity methods weren’t […]
ADHD and New Year’s Resolutions: 4 Tips to Build Habits that Stick
You may wonder why it’s so difficult to stick to habits like being on time, taking breaks from social media, or working out regularly. Everyone who lives with ADHD knows how tough it can be to stay organized and keep everything on track. The key is working with how your brain works. Habits stick better […]
5 Practical Tips for Parenting a Child with ADHD
How often have you felt drained or frustrated by your child’s behavior and then guilty for losing your patience? You’re not alone. ADHD, which affects approximately 7 million U.S. children, makes it difficult to develop the skills to manage attention, emotions, and behavior. As a result, most children with ADHD find it challenging to stay […]
