What Does Inattentive ADHD Look Like?

ADHD doesn’t look the same for everyone. Symptoms can vary, and can even change over time. 

So, it’s important to be able to break down and understand the types of ADHD as much as possible. Doing so makes it easier (more…)

How ADHD Mood Swings Differ from Bipolar Disorder

Have you ever felt emotions so intense they were overwhelming? Maybe those emotions lasted far longer than you think they should have? Did they feel disproportionate to what was happening around you? Maybe they felt entirely inappropriate for what you (more…)

5 Tips to Manage Executive Dysfunction with ADHD

Do you have a hard time starting tasks when they’re too boring or too difficult? Maybe you get distracted easily and that prevents you from getting any work done. Or do you find that you have trouble working on projects (more…)

Ready Post: ADHD and Self-Esteem: Improving Chronic Negative Self Talk

Positive self-talk has been shown to improve attention and performance. This is hardly breaking news. But let’s consider the flip side. Chronic negative self-talk has the potential to hold you back. It distracts you, divides your attention, and prevents you (more…)

Yes, You Can Get Good Grades and Still Have ADHD–Why ADHD Myths Are Harmful

When people hear ADHD (especially those were around in the 80s and 90s during the Ritalin hubbub), they may immediately think of a few things: being too antsy to sit still, difficulties paying attention, and struggling in school.

While those (more…)

Why ADHD Often Gets Misdiagnosed as Other Disorders

ADHD is a common disorder. Most people associate it with kids, but adults can receive a diagnosis, too. In fact, we’re seeing more adult cases than ever due to misdiagnosis as adolescents. 

Whether you or your child are experiencing symptoms (more…)