Every conversation we engage in highlights a fascinating cognitive phenomenon: our minds process information nearly four times faster than we can speak. This speed differential creates a unique challenge in human communication, particularly affecting those with ADHD, and shapes how we understand and respond to others.
When praise comes your way, does your heart race with anxiety instead of pride? For individuals with ADHD, receiving compliments often triggers a complex emotional response that goes far beyond simple modesty. Understanding this reaction is the first step toward transforming it into an opportunity for growth and self-acceptance.
How to set up goals for your child using “S.M.A.R.T.” (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-Bound). This article is about setting goals for your child using the SMART method. It is also applicable to your child’s IEP, and for you with your own goals.
For some, ADHD medication can help reduce symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, allowing individuals to focus better, be less impulsive, and complete tasks more efficiently. However, medication does not cure ADHD and may not work for everyone. Monitoring symptoms and tracking progress are essential to determine whether the medication is effective.
Anyone who has experienced profound loneliness has heard these well-meaning but fundamentally misguided pieces of advice. While they sound reasonable – after all, meeting new people is technically a prerequisite for forming connections – this advice reveals a deep misunderstanding of what chronic loneliness actually is.
Scientific research shows you don’t need complex social rules or personality changes to become more likable. Your authentic connections through active listening and genuine participation create better results than chasing perfection.
Our early relationships and attachment patterns create a blueprint for what love “feels like,” even when that blueprint is flawed. For people with ADHD, this pattern becomes more complex due to unique neurological factors
In today’s world, where business dynamism intersects with the push for greater inclusivity, you
stand on the brink of a promising career landscape. As a young adult with ADHD, you may
wonder which career path will welcome and celebrate your unique abilities. The answer could
very well lie within the realm of business – a field renowned for its competitiveness and
innovation and its evolving culture of diversity and accommodation.
(Published here in English and Tagalog) Living with ADHD presents unique challenges in how you navigate daily life and interact with your thoughts. Your internal dialogue plays a crucial role in managing ADHD symptoms and building confidence in your abilities.
When your child refuses to do attend classes after a break, you’re not alone. School refusal strategies become crucial during these transition periods, especially after extended holidays when established routines have dissolved into relaxed schedules.