Executive dysfunction, or executive function disorder, refers to the set of symptoms caused by a disruption in a person’s ability to control how they think, feel, and act. As a result, they may struggle with memory, attention, and self-regulation.[1] Here …
Signs of ADHD aren’t as easy to spot in adults as in children. Adult ADHD can be more subtle and misinterpreted as another mental health condition, complicating its diagnosis. Plus, many people with ADHD mask their symptoms to cope and …
Imagine being surrounded by a thick fog—you can’t see clearly, and every step feels uncertain. Being in a mental fog can feel very similar. You might have experienced brain fog if you’ve been in a hazy state where you can’t …
ADHD is underdiagnosed in women more than in other gender identities or children. Gender biases, as well as cultural expectations of girls and women, play a big part in the lower rate of diagnoses. For example, symptoms of inattentiveness are …
Do you often feel guilty for getting distracted or putting off important tasks? You might think you’re just “lazy” or “irresponsible.” But attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) changes the way your brain functions, affecting focus and motivation. Research has found a link …
Untreated ADHD makes focusing, remembering details, and controlling impulses harder. It can feel like you’re swimming upstream against a strong current. You can make progress, but it takes a lot of time and effort. With or without medications, ADHD can …
Having a brain that constantly wanders, struggles to remember details, and gets easily overwhelmed by tasks can be challenging. Many people with ADHD know what this feels like, and for people with ADHD-PI, or predominantly inattentive type, it’s the main …
Is staying focused at work or school a challenge—more so because you feel the need for constant motion? If you relate to this, you may be living with combined type attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). There are three main types of ADHD: …
How hard would it be to swim gracefully while holding a beach ball under the water? You might be able to do it for a while, but eventually, that ball will surface. Keeping it underwater will take a lot of …
Do you ever find yourself so deeply absorbed in what you’re doing that time flies by? Maybe it’s playing an instrument, reading a thrilling book, or learning a new skill. For non-ADHDers, this state of flow is an enjoyable or …
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