If you live with inattentive ADHD, you might have a complicated relationship with alcohol — maybe it’s been a way to unwind, fit in, or switch off from the constant noise of your own mind. You might even find yourself in cycles of binge drinking that you didn’t intend, leaving you wondering why it keepsContinueContinue reading “The hidden links between inattentive ADHD and binge drinking”
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Benefits of a parts work approach for neurodivergent people
Parts work, a transformative therapeutic approach, has been gaining traction as an effective way to support neurodivergent individuals. Parts work, associated with Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, helps individuals explore and integrate different aspects of themselves. When applied to neurodivergent people, such as those with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse conditions, parts work can offerContinueContinue reading “Benefits of a parts work approach for neurodivergent people”
Neurodivergence and the menopause: what you need to know
Neurodivergence and the menopause intersect in ways that can create unique challenges and experiences. Menopause is a significant life stage that brings hormonal, physical, and psychological changes. While mainstream research often focuses on the general population, emerging studies suggest that neurodivergent individuals – those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and other cognitive differences – mayContinueContinue reading “Neurodivergence and the menopause: what you need to know”
Time blindness & task switching: How to improve executive function
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”