As the festive season approaches, the excitement and chaos of Christmas can be both a joy and a challenge, particularly for those with ADHD. It's essential to tune into our needs during this time to avoid overwhelm, burnout, and dysregulation. Here's how you can make the most of the holidays by understanding and meeting your sensory and emotional needs.

Feedback plays a crucial role in the lives of individuals with ADHD, acting as a powerful tool for enhancing focus, memory, and self-esteem. For ADHDers, consistent and constructive feedback can mean the difference between thriving and struggling. Yet, when feedback is lacking, it can lead to forgetfulness, inconsistent performance, and a spiral of self-doubt and shame.

It wasn’t until my early 30s when pursuing my master’s degree that I finally learned how to study in a way that worked with my ADHD brain and helped me to retain information. Prior to this, I struggled hugely and compared my abilities to that of my friends, trying to adopt their study methods. This only led to frustration and a sense of failure, making exams particularly challenging, especially in subjects I found less interesting. To my knowledge there was little known about learning modalities back then. Thankfully this has changed.

As an ADHD coach, I understand the unique challenges faced by individuals with ADHD and parents of children with ADHD. One crucial aspect of managing these challenges is working with service providers who adopt a neuroaffirmative approach. But what does “neuroaffirmative” mean, and why is it so important?

For nearly two decades, I dedicated my life to teaching in various primary schools, working with different age groups both in the classroom and as a special education teacher…Unfortunately, it was the system that eventually broke me, but that’s a story for another time. Today, I wish to share one of the most heartfelt messages which I received.

If you’re a parent navigating the overwhelming sea of ADHD resources for your child, teen, or young adult, you might feel lost on where to begin. To help, I’ve compiled my top three favorite ADHD podcasts that have been incredibly insightful and supportive.

Packing for a trip can be exciting, but for those with ADHD, it can quickly turn into a stressful hurdle. The decision-making, planning, and organisation required can trigger our executive function challenges. Our time blindess can run amok in these situations too as we struggle to estimate how long packing will actually take.

Do you ever feel like you live in two time zones: Nowville and Not Nowville? You're not alone. Dr. Russell Barkley, an ADHD expert, explains that for those with ADHD, "time is a blurry concept." We don't just run late; our entire perception of time is skewed.

Taming the Transition Monster:

For many with ADHD, transitions – big or small – can be like staring down a monster. Whether it's a new job, a new school term, or simply switching from a fun weekend activity to a Monday morning meeting, the anticipation can trigger a wave of fear and anxiety. This is because our brains, wired differently for focus and motivation, struggle with the shift in routine and context.

Nurturing the ADHD Mind: As parents, teachers, and coaches, we often look at our children and students with a sense of hope and aspiration, uttering the phrase, “She has so much potential.” While well-intentioned, this statement can inadvertently set the stage for pressure and misunderstanding, especially when directed at a child with ADHD.

As an ADHD adult, coach and mental health education consultant, I understand the unique challenges that individuals with ADHD face. One of the most promising tools for managing these challenges is neurosomatic intelligence. This approach recognizes the profound connection between the brain and the body, emphasising the importance of becoming attuned to our nervous system.

Women with ADHD often notice changes in their traits throughout their menstrual cycle. These fluctuations are influenced by the varying levels of hormones, particularly estrogen and progesterone. Here's how it works: