Someone with ADHD may see something, feel a quick rush of “I want that,” and act before their brain has a chance to fully process the consequences. This is called impulse control failure, and it’s not the same as criminal intent.

Everyday, or couple, I answer the questions people want to know the answers to. Isn't PTSD developed after witnessing a traumatic event?...

I didn’t find this in a textbook or some mental health conference. I found it by living it. I’ve survived the darkest parts of ADHD — not the hyperactive childhood version they warn parents about, but the **internalized, misunderstood, emotionally volatile adult version** that ruins relationships, destroys self-worth, and pushes people to the edge.

Emotional dysregulation and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) have become crucial topics in conversations about mental health, especially regarding ADHD and emotional challenges. While each condition can exist separately, they often interact to create a challenging cycle. This post aims to unpack this relationship, shedding light on how understanding it can lead to more effective emotional management.

Recent research highlights the increased risk of suicidal behavior in those with ADHD. A study published in The Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry found that about 14% of youth with ADHD reported considering suicide, compared to 5% of their peers without ADHD. The presence of co-occurring conditions like anxiety and depression significantly elevates this risk. Youth with both ADHD and depression are nearly three times more likely to attempt suici

Emotional dysregulation is a term that many are starting to recognize, especially in the context of mental health and neurodiversity. For individuals with ADHD, this issue can be particularly challenging. Emotional dysregulation refers to the difficulties some people face in managing their emotional responses. Gaining a better understanding of this concept can illuminate the unique hurdles encountered by those living with ADHD.

Cognitive Resilience Drive (CRD) refers to a neurologically embedded drive in individuals—particularly those with ADHD—to persistently re-engage with personal goals, ambitions, or problem-solving efforts, despite repeated failures, emotional setbacks, or systemic obstacles.

What's Being Promoted as Adult ADHD (The “Trendy” Version) This is the version you see on TikTok, blogs, webinars, and even in a lot of mainstream clinics now. It’s not wrong, but it’s incomplete and misleading.