Do You Eat the Same Thing Over and Over as and ADHD Woman? Here’s Why Introduction Have you ever found yourself eating the same meal day after day until you can’t stand the sight of it anymore? If so, you’re not alone. This phenomenon, often referred to as “hyperfixation meals,” …
Kristen McCLure MSW LCSW What is Energy Management for ADHD?
🌟 Understanding Energy Management for ADHD: Why You May Feel More Exhausted Than OthersEnergy management is essential for women with ADHD because everyday activities can drain your energy more quickly than they do for others. Challenges with emotional regulation, executive functioning, and masking ADHD symptoms can rapidly exhaust your …
Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Communication:Three Tips to Help Couples
In relationships where one partner is neurodivergent ( adhd, autistic or audhd) and the other is neurotypical, communication can sometimes feel like navigating a labyrinth of unspoken rules and missed cues. The key to enhancing dialogue in such partnerships lies in understanding and embracing each other’s unique ways of interacting. …
QB tests to Diagnose ADHD: Can You Diagnose ADHD with a Computer Game Test?
As technology continues to evolve, so too does our approach to health diagnostics. It’s important for communities to discuss these developments, especially how they impact the understanding and management of conditions like ADHD in various age groups and manifestations. As we navigate the complexities of ADHD diagnosis, digital tools like …
Reclaiming Your Past Self: How to Cope with Grief After a Late ADHD Diagnosis
Coping with Grief After a Late ADHD Diagnosis: Reclaiming Your Journey Introduction Grief is often associated with loss, but it can also surface in unexpected ways—like when you receive a late ADHD diagnosis. For women diagnosed later in life, this can be an emotional whirlwind: relief, anger, sadness, frustration, …
ADHD and Hoarding: Conquer your Clutter
Helping ADHD Women with Hoarding and Clutter: A Comprehensive Guide Struggling with clutter and hoarding can be particularly challenging for women with ADHD. This blog aims to illuminate the reasons behind these struggles and offer practical advice on how to support yourself or a loved one in managing these issues. …
ADHD and PMDD
What This Page Covers What is PMDD, why is it more common in ADHD women, and what actually helps? ADHD and PMDD Some ADHD women experience a level of premenstrual symptom worsening that goes far beyond typical PMS. PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) is a hormone-related mood disorder …
Understanding ADHD in Girls: A Comprehensive Guide
Recognizing and Supporting ADHD in Girls 🌟 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often associated with boys, leading to the oversight of ADHD in girls. This misconception perpetuates harmful stereotypes and delays crucial support. This guide aims to shed light on girls, explore the differences from boys, and provide insights into recognizing, …
Understanding ADHD and Dyslexia in Women: A Guide
Understanding ADHD and Dyslexia in Women: A Comprehensive Guide Navigating the complexities of ADHD and Dyslexia presents unique challenges, especially for women. Overlap Between ADHD and Dyslexia Common Comorbidity A significant overlap exists between the two , with 30% to 40% of individuals with Dyslexia also experiencing ADHD. This …
ADHD and Worry in Women
Why It Gets Stuck and What Actually Helps Worry in ADHD women often feels repetitive, intrusive, and difficult to shut off. It is not just overthinking. Worry in ADHD reflects how attention, emotional regulation, and threat detection interact in the brain. Many ADHD women describe: mentally replaying conversations anticipating …