trong>REVENGE BEDTIME PROCRASTINATION AND ADHD: BREAKING THE CYCLE Do You Stay Up Late, Even When You Know You Should Be Sleeping? If you’re an ADHD woman, you’re not alone in staying up too late. Revenge Bedtime Procrastination (RBP) is a common struggle for many, especially women with ADHD. It’s …
Kristen McCLure MSW LCSW Managing ADHD and Panic Attacks: A Guide for Women
ADHD and Panic Attacks in Women Panic attacks can be especially frightening for women with ADHD. While panic attacks are commonly associated with panic disorder, many women with ADHD experience panic episodes during periods of overload, sleep disruption, sensory stress, or hormonal shifts. ADHD affects emotional regulation, stress response …
A New Way of Understanding Neurodiversity: The Transdiagnostic Dimensional Framework Approach
A new study, Where Do Neurodevelopmental Conditions Fit in the Transdiagnostic Psychiatric Frameworks?, offers a fresh way of thinking about conditions like ADHD and autism. Instead of looking at these conditions as separate and rigid categories, the research suggests a more flexible and inclusive approach. Let’s break down what the …
Mindfulness for ADHD and Generalized Anxiety
Mindfulness for ADHD and Generalized Anxiety Please click on orange links within the text for more information about that topic. Did you know that women with ADHD are about five times more likely to experience generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) than women without ADHD? This connection between ADHD and generalized anxiety …
How to Manage ADHD and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) During Winter: A Guide for Women
Introduction Are you struggling to focus, feeling more down than usual, and finding it harder to manage your ADHD during winter? You’re not alone. Many women with ADHD also experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)—a type of depression triggered by the shorter, darker days. Women are four times more likely than …
Cooking, Shopping, and Cleaning with ADHD: Practical Solutions for Women
If managing daily tasks like cooking, shopping, and cleaning with ADHD feels like you’re climbing a mountain with no end in sight, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. ADHD makes the simplest tasks feel like a mental marathon, and when society expects you to “do it all”? That’s …
adhd and cortisol in women
Understanding ADHD, Stress, and Cortisol: A Guide for Women ADHD affects women differently than men, especially in terms of managing stress and regulating cortisol. Cortisol, often referred to as the “stress hormone,” plays a significant role in how our bodies respond to stress. For women with ADHD, understanding the intricate …
ADHD and Task Paralysis in Women: Understanding and Managing Feeling Stuck
Do you ever find yourself staring at your to-do list, unable to start even the simplest task? If so, you’re not alone. For many women with ADHD, task paralysis is a common challenge, but it’s not a sign of laziness or lack of motivation. Instead, it’s often the result of …
Understanding ADHD and IBS in Women: How to Manage These Intersecting Conditions
ibs For women with ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), dealing with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) can feel overwhelming. These two conditions not only share common triggers—such as stress, hormonal fluctuations, and emotional dysregulation—but they also affect women in unique ways. Understanding how ADHD and IBS intersect is key to managing both conditions …
How ADHD Women Develop Hyperresponsibility—and Steps to Let Go
Takeaway Box/TLDR Research shows that hyperresponsibility in ADHD women stems from trying to compensate for symptoms, meet societal expectations, and manage emotional sensitivity. However, taking on too much can lead to burnout, anxiety, and stress. By building self-awareness, setting boundaries, and practicing self-care, you can begin to let …