Adults
Rethinking ADHD: Embracing Difference, Not Disorder
As a neurodiversity consultant, and someone who has ADHD herself, I’ve seen firsthand the complex landscape of ADHD. My family is neurodivergent, too, which makes this conversation personal. ADHD has often been viewed as a disorder needing correction—but it’s time to...
ADHD and Relationships: Tips for Building Stronger Connections
Navigating relationships can feel like trying to dance in a minefield—one wrong step, and boom! Now, throw ADHD into the mix, and it's a whole new level of chaos. As a woman with ADHD, I can say with confidence that I've had my fair share of relationship hiccups (or,...
Can ADHD Get Worse Over Time? Here’s the Truth
If you've ever stared at your keys in the fridge and wondered, "Was I always this scattered, or is my ADHD getting worse?" One of the most common (and slightly panicked) questions I hear as an ADHD consultant is: "Can ADHD get worse with age?" Spoiler alert: Your...
Criticism Feels Personal? ADHD and Rejection Sensitivity Explained (With Fixes)
If someone’s “helpful feedback” feels like a gut punch - or if a simple suggestion sends you into a shame spiral - you’re not overreacting. You might be experiencing ADHD and rejection sensitivity, a phenomenon that hits especially hard if you have ADHD. For many of...
The Emotional Toll of Losing Things with ADHD: Why It’s More Than Just Forgetfulness
More Than Just Forgetfulness: The ADHD Object Disappearing Act If you have ADHD (or love someone who does), you’ve likely experienced the Great Disappearing Act - where objects seem to vanish into thin air. Your phone was just in your hand, but now it’s...
ADHD and Fatigue: Why You Feel Exhausted (Not Hyper) – And How to Fix It
ADHD and fatigue don’t often appear together in popular images of the condition, but they’re deeply connected for many adults—especially women. While most people associate ADHD with hyperactivity and nonstop energy, the reality for many is quite the opposite: constant...
Workplace Accommodations for ADHD: 10 That Actually Help
If you have ADHD and you're struggling to stay organised, meet deadlines, or manage distractions at work, you’re not alone. Many adults with ADHD benefit from simple, effective workplace accommodations—and yes, you're legally entitled to request them. Whether you're...
Friendship and ADHD in Adults
Let’s be real: maintaining adult friendships is hard enough when life gets busy. Add ADHD into the mix, and suddenly you’re ghosting people without meaning to, replaying every awkward moment from that lunch six weeks ago, and wondering if your best friend secretly...
Are ADHD People Lazy? Debunking a Harmful Misconception
ADHD and laziness are often mistakenly linked—but it’s time to separate myth from reality. When someone with ADHD struggles to start a task, leaves projects unfinished, or hyperfocuses on one thing while ignoring everything else, it’s often misread as a lack of...
