Before my diagnosis, I lived with reckless behavior, substance abuse, difficulty in school, lack of concentration, disorganization, poor time management and procrastination. I had a serious impulse control problem. I discovered I had ADHD when I had a confrontation with my professor about not bringing down my final exam. It was so […]
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ADHD rumination: how to break free from racing thoughts
Getting stuck with the same thoughts running through your mind can feel like a never-ending cycle. While it’s normal for humans to ruminate now and then, for a woman with ADHD it tends to be even more prone to rumination than others. If this sounds like you, don’t worry! I am here to share my tips to stop your […]
See MoreStrengthening Executive Functioning Skills in Women with ADHD Part 5 Emotions
Welcome back to the Welcome Strengthening Executive Function Skills in Women with ADHD Part 5. Last time we looked at memory and a woman with ADHD ability to keep track of and manage information for a brief period, a bit like a mental sticky note. For those of us with ADHD, our sticky note is small […]
See MoreBenefits of Journal Writing for Women with ADHD
Keeping a journal is a wonderful activity for women with ADHD, it allows you to reflect on your life regularly. It becomes more obvious where your challenges lie when you must put your experiences down on paper. As a woman with ADHD, there can be a huge amount of activity going on in your […]
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