Insights on ADHD diagnosis, treatment, research, and living well with neurodiversity.
If you or your child has ADHD and struggles with sleep, you are not alone. Research consistently shows that between 50 and 70 percent of people with ADHD experience significant sleep difficulties — a rate far higher than in the general population.
If your child has ADHD and seems magnetically drawn to screens, you are not imagining it — and you are not failing as a parent. Children with ADHD are significantly more likely to develop problematic screen habits than neurotypical peers.
Facing an ADHD test, either for yourself or a loved one, can stir up a cocktail of emotions. It's like waiting for an important exam result; your stomach is in knots, your mind races, and you can’t help but wonder about the 'what ifs.'
While pharmacotherapies, including psychostimulant medications, remain the cornerstone of evidence-based treatment, concerns over side effects and long-term efficacy have led families to explore alternative treatments, including nutritional supplements.
Over the past decade, a growing body of research has uncovered a remarkable connection between the trillions of microorganisms residing in our gut and various aspects of our cognitive function and mental well-being.
In the labyrinth of the digital age, our lives intertwine with screens in a complex dance of necessity and indulgence. As a psychotherapist delving into the crevices of human behavior and mental health, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power and potential pitfalls of our digital engagements.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), up to 50% of individuals with ADHD experience anxiety. In this article, we will delve deep into the relationship between ADHD and anxiety, discussing their co-occurrence, symptoms, impact on daily life, diagnosis, treatment, and the latest research findings.
While pharmacotherapies, including psychostimulant medications, remain the cornerstone of evidence-based treatment, concerns over side effects and long-term efficacy have led families to explore alternative treatments, including nutritional supplements.