Back-to-School, Back to Stress? ADHD Testing for Kids and Adults This Fall
September always has its own kind of energy. New schedules take shape, and the easy pace of summer feels like a distant memory. In the middle of that shift, some families start spotting things they hadn’t noticed before. Maybe a child keeps losing their homework. Maybe an adult keeps missing meetings or feels drained trying […]
Is It ADHD, Anxiety, or Both? How to Tell—and Why It Matters for Treatment
You wake up already behind schedule. Your brain won’t stop running, and by midmorning, you’ve forgotten three tasks, missed one email, and feel like you’re sprinting in place. Is it anxiety? Or is it ADHD? Many adults, especially women and high achievers, live with this daily mental overload, never quite sure what’s causing it. ADHD […]
How ADHD Looks Different in Women: A Closer Look at Overlooked Symptoms
ADHD isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it looks like someone who never stops moving. Other times, it’s a woman quietly overwhelmed: late to appointments, constantly second-guessing, or exhausted from masking the chaos no one else sees. That’s the version many people miss. For years, ADHD has been misunderstood as something that mostly affects young boys. That […]
How ADHD Symptoms Show Up Differently in Adults vs. Kids
When we think about ADHD, most of us imagine a hyperactive child bouncing off the walls or a student who can’t sit still in class. That image, though familiar, barely scratches the surface of what ADHD looks like across a lifetime. The reality is that ADHD is not a condition people simply “grow out of.” […]
What No One Tells You About Getting ADHD Tested as an Adult
It usually starts with a feeling. Maybe you are always late, no matter how hard you try. Maybe you constantly lose things, interrupt conversations, or forget what you were just doing. You might feel burned out from the smallest tasks but still lie awake with a restless mind that refuses to shut off. Eventually, you […]
ADHD Diagnoses Are Rising in Both Kids and Adults
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has long been considered a condition of childhood. However, new data reveals a broader picture that spans age, gender, and social context. As of 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that roughly 1 in 9 children in the United States has received an ADHD diagnosis. That figure, drawn […]
New Study Finds Adults With ADHD Live Shorter Lives
For many, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is something associated with childhood. People imagine restless kids who struggle to sit still, forget to turn in homework, or get easily distracted in class. What often goes unnoticed is that ADHD does not simply disappear with age. Many children with ADHD grow into adults who face challenges […]
ADHD and Depression: How Dopamine Plays a Role in Your Mental Health
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and depression are two distinct conditions that can significantly impact mental health. Yet, these conditions share an important commonality: dopamine dysregulation. Dopamine, a neurotransmitter responsible for motivation, reward, and emotional regulation, plays a critical role in both ADHD and depression. This blog explores the connection between these conditions, why they often […]
9 Strategies to Help Successfully Control ADHD in College
College life is often a challenging experience for many students. For those with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it can feel like trying to run a marathon with a backpack full of rocks. According to the American Psychiatric Association, ADHD affects approximately 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults. If you have ADHD, it can be difficult to manage […]
Living With ADHD—Coping Mechanisms for Daily Life
Living with ADHD as an adult comes with its own set of unique challenges and experiences. ADHD, often misunderstood as a childhood condition, persists into adulthood for many, impacting various aspects of life. This neurological condition, characterized by symptoms like inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, affects approximately 4% of adults globally. Understanding adult’s ADHD is crucial, […]