I Need a USB in My Brain
Imagine if You Had Extra Storage for Your Brain What if we could install a USB port in our brain and then stick a thumb drive in there and download a bunch of stuff onto it? Like when you’re still awake at 2:00 a.m. and your mind is going in a thousand different directions. You […]
How Many People are Living in Your Head?
Other People No, I don’t mean to imply that you’ve got actual other personalities in your head. That would be something altogether different than ADHD. And I don’t mean that you hear voices, like schizophrenics do. I guess what I do mean is that your head is always crowded with other people’s opinions and judgements […]
Your Secret ADHD Super Power and How to Use It
Did you know that you have a secret ADHD super power? And if so, do you know how to use it? There are Two Sides to ADHD When we have ADHD, we’re always thinking of the negative side of things: We can’t pay attention. We are forgetful. We can’t sit still. We can be hyper. […]
Clinical Trials for ADHD
Have you heard about clinical trials? A clinical trial is used to test a new drug, medical product or procedure, or simply a change in patient care in order to see if it is effective. Clinical trials may be conducted by research scientists, doctors, nurses, social workers, dietitians, and other healthcare workers. They may be […]
How to Supplement Your Treatment for Depression
A funny thing relating to my depression just happened about an hour ago. Even though it was Sunday and I had slept in, and the weather was sunny and beautiful, and it was only 1:30, I decided to take a nap, which was pretty convenient, since I still had my pajamas on. But the minute […]
Are Women with ADHD Confident?
What does it mean to be confident? Confidence comes from feelings of well-being, acceptance of your body and mind (self-esteem), and belief in your own ability, skills and experience. Those of us with ADHD are often lacking in confidence, for a number of reasons. People who are confident share these important characteristics: C- CAPABLE Confident […]