Do you struggle with ADHD Skin picking or biting like me? Do you, too, sport embarrassing raw or bloody spots somewhere on your skin because you can’t seem to stop doing it? If so, you aren’t alone. ADHD overlaps with a lot of things: anxiety, depression, OCD, Autism… But maybe the strangest of all is […]
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11 Fascinating Differences in How a Person with ADHD Thinks
Considering the way a person with ADHD functions in the world is different, it should come as no surprise that how a person with ADHD thinks is different as well. And not just in the rapid-fire speed of thought we’re known for. The uniqueness of an ADHD mind goes much deeper than that, infiltrating the […]
9 Fascinating Things About ADHD You’ve Probably Never Heard
If you have ADHD, you’re probably intimately aware of the symptoms. You live them on a daily basis, right? We can’t get through the day without struggling with forgetfulness, impulsivity, fidgeting, zoning out (and back in. And back out), etc… But even if you’ve had ADHD (and known about it forever), there are probably some […]
5 Shocking Reasons You Overeat when You have ADHD
If you’re like me, your own eating habits can spiral out of control pretty easily. A girl scout cookie can easily turn into most–or all–of the box. What you may not know is ADHD and Overeating go hand in hand. You may be surprised just how common this combination is and why. 1. ADHD and […]
How to Overcome ADHD Making Weight Loss HARD
When it comes to having ADHD, weight loss is surprisingly difficult. And being overweight is a common side effect that no one tells you about. It’s a struggle to battle the nasty little ways that ADHD can interfere with your healthy eating goals. To do it successfully, you need a solid plan for the challenges […]
7 Ways ADHD Actually Gets Worse When You’re an Adult
“People don’t have ADHD as adults. That’s just for kids.” Many friends, family members, and even doctors are under the wrong assumption that ADHD goes away when you turn 18. In the 1990’s we really believed that was true, but research since then has proven that statement wrong. Actually, most children with ADHD, grow up […]