The ADHD Core Four

The ADHD Core Four   The “ADHD Core Four” is what I call the first line of prevention when managing our ADHD Symptoms.  What I mean by that is that these four things are the very first things I recommend that we check in with ourselves about. These are the four things I encourage parents… Continue reading The ADHD Core Four

Co-Regulating With Your ADHD Child

Co-Regulating with your ADHD Child     What Does Co-Regulating Mean?   Co-regulating is a supportive process between two people that fosters the development of self-regulation skills. We are not born knowing how to soothe ourselves and count on parents and caregivers to help regulate our emotions while teaching us how to develop those skills… Continue reading Co-Regulating With Your ADHD Child

ADHD Burnout

ADHD Burnout   If you have ADHD and feel chronically tired, overwhelmed, withdrawn, or irritated you might be experiencing ADHD Burnout.  If you find yourself snapping at, or being resentful of, your partners, kids or co-workers you might be experiencing ADHD Burnout.   ADHD burnout is a condition you get in which your physical, mental,… Continue reading ADHD Burnout

ADHD Shame – Where Does It Come From?

All About ADHD Shame   Hey friends, today I’m going to get a little vulnerable with you and talk about what some people call ADHD shame.  It is often served with a big ole side order of ADHD Guilt.    It’s something I still sometimes struggle with, and I’ve been working on releasing it for… Continue reading ADHD Shame – Where Does It Come From?

ADHD Overstimulation – When Everything Is Just Too Much

ADHD Overstimulation When Everything Is Just Too Much         What Is ADHD Overstimulation?   ADHD folks often struggle with ADHD Overstimulation.  Have you ever seen someone standing off to the side of a crowd covering their ears with their hands? Has anyone ever told you that certain sounds makes them feel physical… Continue reading ADHD Overstimulation – When Everything Is Just Too Much

ADHD and The Brain

What’s happening in that ADHD Brain? The ADHD brain is a very complicated little operating system. There are millions of cells in every area of the brain, and each area is tasked with being in charge of a specific bodily function. There are areas assigned to things like breathing, seeing, hearing, interpreting, carrying out tasks… Continue reading ADHD and The Brain

My Mental Health Mash Up

My Mental Health Mash Up   Hello Friends,   Before you read further, please take a look at the content warning. This blog post discusses potentially triggering issues.   May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and all month long I have been posting weekly blogs about my journey with mental health struggles.  I have done… Continue reading My Mental Health Mash Up