Hyperfocus and ADHD: superpower or superpain?
The name attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is really very misleading. Adults living with ADHD don’t actually have a deficit of attention. The ‘amount’ of attention is […]
What else you got? The co-existing conditions of adult ADHD.
As many as four out of every five adults with ADHD may have at least one other co-existing psychiatric condition to live with at some […]
Why be MY Valentine? Relationships and adult ADHD
Relationship problems are one of the most common complaints reported by adults when they seek an ADHD diagnosis and that isn’t just on Valentine’s Day. […]
ADHD in Higher Education: the student perspective
ADHD adults can have fantastic academic careers. How can students access the support needed to level the playing field in a neurotypical system? University is […]
Diet and adult ADHD: Strategies for eating more healthily
When food, nutrition or diets are linked to ADHD, often the first thought is about food colours and the brilliant blue sweets and bright orange […]
Does having ADHD make you a bad driver?
The impact that ADHD can have on driving is an often underappreciated aspect of the disorder. Does ADHD reduce your ability to drive safely, and […]
Can we pay attention to our own happiness? Adult ADHD and low self-esteem
Adults with ADHD generally have lower self-esteem than non-ADHD adults. Why is this, and what can be done about it? Self-esteem is a measure of […]
Does size matter? In ADHD it might!
The brains of adults with ADHD might actually be smaller than neurotypical and that might explain many elements of the disorder. ADHD is a disorder […]
ADHD Medications: How Do They Work and Should I Take Them?
Adult ADHD is a treatable disorder. The best treatment approach is a combination of oral medication and therapy, followed by secondary support such as coaching, […]
Diagnosis of ADHD in adults
One in forty adults have ADHD. It could even be more than that. Yet despite this growing awareness, many adults struggle to get a diagnosis. […]