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How to change your drinking with ADHD: Research & solutions

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Changing your drinking habits when you have ADHD can be uniquely challenging. Impulsivity, difficulty with self-regulation, and using alcohol as a way to manage overstimulation or social anxiety can all play a role in why you drink, and why cutting back or quitting may feel daunting. However, with the right strategies, self-awareness, and support, youContinueContinue reading “How to change your drinking with ADHD: Research & solutions”

ADHD and migraines: the links you need to know

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ADHD and migraines are two conditions that, on the surface, seem quite distinct. ADHD is characterised by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, while migraines are severe headaches often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. However, recent research has highlighted a notable comorbidity between the two, suggesting that individuals with ADHDContinueContinue reading “ADHD and migraines: the links you need to know”

ADHD, dopamine & motivation: Why it feels hard (& how to fix it)

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Living with ADHD often means struggling with dopamine-driven motivation in ways that others may not understand. Tasks that seem straightforward can feel insurmountable, not due to a lack of effort, but because of differences in brain chemistry – specifically, the way ADHD affects dopamine levels. Understanding this connection is key to unlocking strategies that canContinueContinue reading “ADHD, dopamine & motivation: Why it feels hard (& how to fix it)”

Reclaiming self-trust: Breaking free from neurodivergent self-doubt

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Navigating life as a neurodivergent individual often entails grappling with pervasive self-doubt. This internal scepticism can erode self-trust, making it challenging to embrace one’s unique perspectives and abilities. However, understanding the roots of this self-doubt and actively working to rebuild self-trust can lead to a more fulfilling and authentic life. The origins of self-doubt inContinueContinue reading “Reclaiming self-trust: Breaking free from neurodivergent self-doubt”

Staring into the void: ADHD and feelings of emptiness

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That feeling of a void inside you – the sense that something is missing, but you can’t quite put your finger on what – can be an unsettling and lonely experience. If you have ADHD, this feeling can be even more pronounced, because your brain is wired for stimulation, engagement, and novelty. When things slowContinueContinue reading “Staring into the void: ADHD and feelings of emptiness”

Impulsivity and alcohol: why change is harder for ADHD people

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If you have ADHD, you probably know what it’s like to struggle with impulsivity. It can show up in so many areas of life – blurting things out, interrupting conversations, impulse spending, jumping from one idea to the next. And when it comes to alcohol, impulsivity can make drinking habits much harder to change. IfContinueContinue reading “Impulsivity and alcohol: why change is harder for ADHD people”

Time blindness & task switching: How to improve executive function

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Time blindness and task switching are common areas of difficulty for neurodivergent people. For many of us, time doesn’t feel like a straight line – it’s either now or not now. Deadlines creep up suddenly, five-minute tasks stretch into hours, and switching between different tasks can feel like wading through treacle. These challenges, often linkedContinueContinue reading “Time blindness & task switching: How to improve executive function”

Hidden impacts of sensory processing differences in everyday life

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Sensory processing differences can shape everything from how you engage in social situations to how you navigate public spaces, work environments, or even your own home. For many neurodivergent people, the world isn’t just experienced – it’s felt deeply, often in ways that others might not even notice. When your brain processes sensory information differently,ContinueContinue reading “Hidden impacts of sensory processing differences in everyday life”