Core Relationships help us feel safe and like we belong. Here’s how: Anxiety is often described as the body’s alarm system, always scanning for danger, even when none is present. While this heightened awareness can sometimes help us prepare or [...]
ADHD and anxiety are frequent companions. Studies show that nearly half of people also experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. While ADHD primarily affects executive functioning—planning, organization, time management, and impulse control—anxiety stirs up worry, fear, [...]
Self-care is vital for everyone, but for people with ADHD, they can feel like moving targets. ADHD affects executive functioning—those brain-based skills that help with planning, prioritizing, time management, and follow-through. That means even the simplest self-care tasks (remembering to [...]
Friendships are one of the most important parts of life. They provide belonging, support, laughter, and a sense of being known. For people with ADHD, friendships can feel like both a lifeline and a challenge. ADHD doesn’t only affect school, [...]
Fall has always felt like a big sigh to me. The long, hot days fade, leaves start their dramatic exit, and the air gets that little crisp edge that makes you want to put on a sweater (even if it’s [...]
The leap from adolescence to adulthood is challenging for any teen, but for those with ADHD, it can feel like being catapulted into chaos. Overnight, expectations skyrocket: manage your own schedule, meet deadlines, apply to college or jobs, handle [...]
Loving someone with ADHD can feel like living inside a whirlwind—exciting, unpredictable, and occasionally exhausting. ADHD affects more than focus and organization; it also influences communication patterns, emotional regulation, and daily routines. That means it doesn’t just impact work or [...]
For adults with ADHD, the workplace can feel like a high-wire act—juggling deadlines, meetings, shifting priorities, and endless emails while trying to stay focused, organized, and emotionally regulated. ADHD isn’t about laziness or carelessness. It’s a neurodevelopmental condition rooted in [...]
Raising a child with ADHD isn’t about chaos or confusion—it’s about guiding a life that operates on a different neurological wavelength. Understanding that your child’s brain works differently isn’t about blame; it’s about unlocking better strategies, stronger connections, and [...]
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition rooted in brain development and executive function differences—not a question of discipline or personality. The themes of ADHD are the same across the lifespan: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. However, the appearance and impact of [...]
