Adhd
Discover 8 facts about adhd
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What should I know about grief & loss?
Grief is love with nowhere to go. It's not something to fix, but something to carry differently.
What should I know about self-esteem & self-compassion?
self-esteem & self-compassion affects everyone differently, but you're not alone in this.
ADHD paralysis: Why can't I just start this simple task?
Your brain lacks dopamine to initiate tasks - it's like trying to start a car with no gas. Not laziness, it's neurological. Break it down to atoms.
Is ADHD just about being hyperactive and unable to focus?
ADHD is an executive function disorder affecting emotional regulation, time perception, motivation, and working memory - not just hyperactivity or focus issues.
ADHD paralysis: Why can't I start tasks even when they're urgent?
ADHD paralysis is your brain unable to pick a starting point from overwhelming options. It's not laziness - it's like asking a computer to run without an operating system.
Is ADHD different in women and why is it often missed?
Women's ADHD looks like anxiety, overthinking, and perfectionism - not hyperactivity. They mask symptoms through exhausting compensation, getting diagnosed decades late or never.
ADHD is not just being hyper - understanding the inattentive type
Inattentive ADHD is the daydreamer whose body is present but mind time-travels - often missed because there's no hyperactivity, especially in women who mask symptoms.
ADHD and rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD)
RSD is extreme emotional pain from perceived rejection - common in ADHD. Criticism feels like physical pain, and even imagined rejection triggers intense, overwhelming responses.