Category Archives: Adult ADD/ADHD
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Five neurodiversity myths that must be challenged
Posted on May 23, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Brain, Adult ADD/ADHD, Coexisting Conditions.Neurodiversity is a term that explains the different ways we think, process information, and relate to others. Neurodiverse employees can bring unique skills to their role, such as problem solving, spotting trends, creativity, and data analysis. Where you sit on the cognitive spectrum is unique to you. Whilst most people think and act in a […]
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Why ADHD in Women Is So Often Overlooked
Posted on April 28, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD Women & Girls, Adult ADD/ADHD.Why ADHD in Girls and Women Is Often Missed One of the reasons for missing the diagnosis of ADHD in girls and women with ADHD is the difference in the presentation of symptoms. An all-too-neat but helpful synopsis of the problem in children is that ADHD in boys appears in the classroom, whereas for girls, […]
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Productivity hacks that actually work for people with ADHD
Posted on April 22, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD in the Workplace, ADHD Time Management, Adult ADD/ADHD.This ever-expanding list of tips and tricks is a testament to how many of us struggle to Get Sh*t Done sometimes, side-eyeing that ever-growing to-do list, or staring blankly at our laptop screen. Finding something that works (and sticking to it) is tricky, but when you have ADHD, it can really feel like these hacks […]
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What to Know About ADHD and Brain Fog
Posted on February 17, 2022 by CoachRudy in ADHD Health Issues, Adult ADD/ADHD.“Brain fog” isn’t a scientific or medical term. Researchers sometimes refer to the experience as sluggish cognitive tempo — a temporary slowdown in your thinking abilities. When you’re dealing with brain fog, you may have symptoms like: mental fatigue or sleepiness forgetfulness mind wandering a cloudy or daydreamy feeling an inability to concentrate or focus […]
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Sneaky Sensory Triggers in ADHD That No One Talks About
Posted on January 13, 2022 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.Virtually anyone can have a sensory processing issue; however, more often than not, sensory processing challenges affect the neurodiverse. More specifically, they’re commonly seen in neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and autism. These “hypersensitivities” are best characterized as having an extreme or heightened reaction to sensory stimuli such as sight, sound, taste, touch, smell. This emotional reaction is sometimes referred to […]
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Resolutions Fail. Rituals Succeed.
Posted on January 3, 2022 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.Happy 2022! This is the time of year that people decide to create New Years Resolutions in an attempt to make a desired change in their life. I’ve been opposed to Resolutiiopns for a long while and this morning I received the following post from Peter Shankman. I recommend this approach to all my ADHD […]
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When Extrinsic Motivation Vanishes, ADHD Brains Get (Even More) Creative
Posted on December 27, 2021 by CoachRudy in ADHD Procrastination, Adult ADD/ADHD.No motivation? ADHD brains rely on external structure to keep them driven and determined. So when their normal, extrinsic routines disappeared this spring and summer, ADDitude readers developed creative new strategies for building motivation all over again. Read the full article
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Study: Self-Determination Theory Could Guide Research on ADHD and Motivation
Posted on December 20, 2021 by CoachRudy in ADHD Science, Adult ADD/ADHD.The self-determination theory, which centers on intrinsic motivation and internal motives, could provide a framework for broadening our understanding of motivation and the role it plays in individuals with ADHD, according to a study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders. Read the full article
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Is ADHD a neurological disorder?
Posted on November 15, 2021 by CoachRudy in Adult ADD/ADHD.ADHD affects the development of the brain, causing a person to display certain behaviors and psychological states that do not generally present in neurotypical people. Keep reading to learn more about defining ADHD as a neurological condition, as well as the differences between neurological, psychological, and psychiatric conditions. Read the full article
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What to know about ADHD and suicidal thoughts
Posted on November 11, 2021 by CoachRudy in ADHD & Mental Health, Adult ADD/ADHD.Research has shown that people with ADHD have higher rates of suicidal ideation and of planning and attempting suicide. For instance, a 2021 study of medical students found that those with the predominantly inattentive type had five timesTrusted Source the rate of suicidal behaviors as those without ADHD. However, this does not mean that all people with […]
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