Deciphering the Overlap: Navigating the Complex World of ADHD and Bipolar Disorder Diagnoses

Deciphering the Overlap: Navigating the Complex World of ADHD and Bipolar Disorder Diagnoses

November 23, 2023 - Reading time: 6 minutes

Reviewed by Dr. Marc Mandell, Clinical Psychiatrist with Over 30 Years' Experience

Bipolar disorder is fundamentally a mood disorder characterised by extreme emotional swings, ranging from episodes of mania or hypomania to those of depression.


Tattoos for Mental Health Recovery: A Canvas for Courage and Growth

Tattoos for Mental Health Recovery: A Canvas for Courage and Growth

November 18, 2023 - Reading time: 4 minutes

The human body has always been a canvas for storytelling and self-expression. In contemporary times, tattoos have taken on a new role, particularly in the realm of mental health awareness and recovery.


Can ADHD Tests Be Wrong? Exploring Test Reliability and Accuracy

Can ADHD Tests Be Wrong? Exploring Test Reliability and Accuracy

November 15, 2023 - Reading time: 6 minutes

The cognitive and behavioural patterns associated with adult ADHD include inattention, hyperactivity, and impetuosity, which compound difficulties in occupational, academic, and interpersonal domains—resulting in multifaceted challenges that transcend mere productivity impairments.


ADHD Paralysis: The Invisible Barrier to Productivity

ADHD Paralysis: The Invisible Barrier to Productivity

October 21, 2023 - Reading time: 4 minutes

For many individuals living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), there exists an often undiscussed and intangible hurdle to productivity known as ADHD paralysis.


Understanding the Use of Wellbutrin for Managing ADHD Symptoms

Understanding the Use of Wellbutrin for Managing ADHD Symptoms

September 30, 2023 - Reading time: 6 minutes

In my practice as a mental health professional, I frequently discuss various treatment options with individuals diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). One particular medication that has garnered attention in the mental health community is Wellbutrin, known generically as Bupropion.


Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Adhd In Children Understanding And Supporting Your Child

September 26, 2023 - Reading time: 3 minutes

For many individuals living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), there exists an often undiscussed and intangible hurdle to productivity known as ADHD paralysis.


Misophonia: A Clinical Exploration of Sound Sensitivity Disorder

Misophonia: A Clinical Exploration of Sound Sensitivity Disorder

September 10, 2023 - Reading time: 4 minutes

Misophonia, a term coined by Pawel and Margaret Jastreboff in 2001, is a complex neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by heightened emotional responses, typically of irritation or anxiety, triggered by specific sounds, such as chewing, slurping, or sniffing (Jastreboff & Jastreboff, 2001).


Inattentive ADHD in women

Inattentive ADHD in women

August 31, 2023 - Reading time: 5 minutes

While it has been often thought of as mainly affecting males, recent research has shown that women can suffer from the disorder in ways not often seen in men. We will also look at different resources available for those living with the disorder.