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Two years ago, I received a diagnosis that helped me make sense of my life in a way I didn’t know was possible. Like many cases of late ADHD diagnosis in women, my symptoms had long been misinterpreted. At age 14, I was diagnosed with chronic depression and anxiety—again and again. I was prescribed nearly every SSRI under the sun,
Shinrin-yoku, also called nature bathing or forest bathing, started in Japan in the 1980s. It’s accessible, free, and a highly effective ADHD self-regulation tool for your daughter. It doesn’t require a bathing suit—and it’s just outside. So what is it, exactly? Imagine:You’ve discovered a hidden path dappled with sunlight under a canopy of trees. Walking along the trail, you hear the
You’re not imagining things. Your daughter’s ADHD symptoms really do get better after she races around your backyard and dances like a wild thing in the living room. It’s not a coincidence, and it’s not magic. It’s science. Exercise for ADHD girls isn’t just about burning off energy—it helps their brains think, focus, and grow! Not only that, it improves
If you’ve got a kid with ADHD or autism, there’s a good chance you’ve seen what people sometimes call “ADHD rage” or emotional meltdowns. I’ve seen this with my twins, and in my own life growing up. It can seem like we’re being over the top. But it’s not about being dramatic or looking for attention. It’s emotional dysregulation in
When we think of ADHD, what comes to mind? A boy bouncing off the walls, interrupting his teacher, or forgetting his homework for the third time this week? That image fits a certain narrative—but it doesn’t tell the whole story. ADHD in Girls vs Boys often looks very different, especially when it comes to how symptoms show up and who
Parenting is never a one-size-fits-all journey, but parenting a child with ADHD can feel like assembling flat-pack furniture without the instructions—while the screws keep disappearing. Life becomes a whirlwind of challenges, constant adaptations, and, thankfully, moments of profound joy. Let’s dive into the experiences of families navigating this path to uncover the common threads of struggle and strength that define
As a mom with ADHD and an experienced expert in the field, I’ve learned that effective communication with children who have ADHD can sometimes feel like deciphering an alien language. I wish I could just say don’t worry but I can say, there’s hope, and even some humor along the way. Understanding how to communicate effectively with your ADHD child
When your daughter has ADHD, it’s easy to focus on what needs fixing. She’s not paying attention; she forgot to do her homework again, and you’re watching her meltdown for the third time today because her socks feel weird. You’re in a constant battle of “do this, not that,” but nothing seems to change. It’s just a negative and frustrating
It’s 8 pm, and your daughter is sprawled on the floor, surrounded by books and toys. She hasn’t brushed her teeth or put on her pajamas. She knows she’s supposed to be getting ready for bed! But is your daughter being defiant, or is she distracted? Moments like this are where positive discipline ADHD strategies can make all the difference.
Torsten Dederichs on Unsplash People streamed in and out of the brewery. The noise, the chaos, the volume of the crowd— it was sensory overload, the kind of environment that demanded you either dive in or retreat entirely. I was there for an acquaintance’s birthday party. Though I didn’t know her very well, I’d hoped to connect with her and maybe