Is ADHD a Trauma Response? Clearing Up the Confusion
Kristen McCLure MSW LCSW
If you’re a woman with ADHD, you’ve likely encountered the question: Is ADHD caused by trauma? This belief can sound convincing at first—after all, ADHD and childhood trauma share overlapping…
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Am I Too Smart to Have ADHD? Why High-Achieving Women Struggle to Get Diagnosed
Introduction Have you ever been told, “You’re too smart to have ADHD!” or “But you’re so successful—how could you possibly have ADHD?” If so, you’re not alone. These dismissive comments…
ADHD Imposter Syndrome Quiz: Discover How It Affects You
Imposter Syndrome Quiz: Discover How It Affects You Imposter syndrome can feel like a constant shadow, making it hard to trust in your own success. Many women with ADHD experience…
ADHD and Panic Attacks—A Complex Connection
ADHD and Panic Attacks—A Complex Connection Many of my clients with ADHD want to know more about the relationship between ADHD and panic attacks. Panic attacks are sudden and intense…
Passion-Driven Progress: 7 Goal Setting Strategies Tips for Women with ADHD
If you’ve struggled with setting and reaching goals as a woman with ADHD, you aren’t alone. Neurotypical goal-setting strategies likely don’t work for you. The ADHD brain is built differently…
Managing ADHD and Panic Attacks: A Guide for Women
ADHD and panic often occur together. When you start to have panic attacks, it can be overwhelming and scary. By understanding panic attacks and what they mean, as well as…
Is CBT is Gaslighting for Neurodivergent Clients? A Comprehensive Look
CBT and Gaslighting: Why Some Neurodivergent Clients Feel Invalidated CBT and Gaslighting—these two terms don't usually go together, but for some neurodivergent people, like those with ADHD or autism, it…
ADHD Memory Strategies: 13 Effective Techniques for Women
ADHD and memory challenges can significantly impact women's daily lives, from managing tasks to maintaining relationships and performing well at work. However, there are proven strategies that women with ADHD…
Understanding the Distinction Between Burnout or Depression in Women with ADHD
Neurodivergent ADHD Burnout or Depression: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters 📌 TLDR Burnout vs. Depression in Women with ADHD: Different Challenges, Different Solutions Burnout is exhaustion from overstimulation…
✅ ADHD and Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Living with ADHD often involves managing a complex array of "symptoms" such as restlessness, impulsivity, and persistent mental chatter. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a scientifically supported technique that can…