Comparing ADHD-C and ADHD-IA in Relationships: How Different ADHD Presentations Shape Romantic Dynamics ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, presents in different ways depending on an individual’s dominant symptoms. The two most common presentations in adults are ADHD-C (Combined Presentation) and ADHD-IA (Inattentive Presentation). ADHD-C (Combined Presentation) includes both inattentive symptoms (like …
Kristen McCLure MSW LCSW Are You in an ADHD-ADHD Relationship? You’re Not Alone
Introduction to ADHD-ADHD Relationships Have you ever wondered why adults with ADHD often find themselves in relationships with other people who also have ADHD? It’s not just coincidence; it’s part of a pattern called assortative mating, where people are drawn to partners with similar characteristics. This tendency to …
Understanding Nighttime Anxiety in ADHD Women: Why the Sun Going Down Can Feel Overwhelming
ADHD and Nighttime Anxiety: Why Your Brain Won’t Turn Off Do you feel wide awake the moment your head hits the pillow? Racing thoughts, worries, or replaying the day’s mistakes? For many ADHD women, nighttime is when anxiety shows up the loudest. It’s not you being “bad at sleeping” — …
Night Owl Tendencies in Women with ADHD: 8 Scientific Reasons for Nighttime Alertness
Are you an ADHD woman who feels like you come alive after dark? You’re not alone! Many women with ADHD experience heightened nighttime alertness, which often manifests in greater focus and creativity. Let’s explore the reasons why this happens and how you can work with—rather than against—your natural rhythms. Understanding …
Healing After an ADHD Breakup: A Practical Guide
Breaking up is Hard for Everyone. Here are some Tips. Click here to learn a little about dating with ADHD Breaking up is never easy, but with ADHD, the experience can feel even more intense. ADHD often heightens emotions, making feelings of sadness, loss, and self-doubt after a breakup more …
Understanding ADHD Energy Cycles: A Comprehensive Guide for Women
Managing energy with ADHD is not a straightforward task. ADHD often brings unpredictable cycles of intense focus, energy surges, and sudden exhaustion, which can make day-to-day planning difficult. For ADHD women, these energy cycles can be even more complex due to factors like hormonal fluctuations and heightened sensitivity to both …
Navigating RSD and Depression: A Guide for Women with ADHD
When Rejection Sensitivity Becomes More Than a Moment Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is fast. Depression is slower. But when RSD episodes happen repeatedly without enough recovery, they can begin to shape mood in a more lasting way. Many ADHD women I work with do not realize …
Managing RSD at Work: Feedback and Emotional Regulation in ADHD Women
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) at work can make feedback, performance reviews, and even small comments feel overwhelming. For ADHD women workplace evaluation often triggers rapid shame, rumination, and difficulty calming down afterward. Workplaces are built around evaluation. Performance reviews, deadlines, metrics, and informal feedback are constant. For women with …
ADHD and Routine Disruptions
Many clients struggle to get their lives on track after an ADHD routine disruption. If you are feeling “off” after a big event, travel, or even a weekend that took you out of your normal routine and you are an ADHD woman, you are not alone. For many women …
Establishing a Routine With ADHD Using Anchor Points
What Are Anchor Points, and Why Do They Matter? Anchor points are simple, small routines that keep you grounded during a hectic day. They’re not about forcing a rigid schedule but rather creating intentional, easy-to-keep habits at key times in your day. For ADHD brains, these routines provide stability, …