Let’s get one thing straight: she’s not crazy. She’s not lazy. She’s not “just bad at adulting.” If anything, she’s running a completely different operating system than the one the world was designed for. Welcome to the wild world of ADHD in women, where life isn’t built around our beautifully chaotic, 28-30 day cycle—but instead around the predictable, robotic 24-hour hormonal rhythm of men. The Great Hormonal Divide Most of modern life—work schedules, productivity expectations, even the research that informs ADHD treatment—is based on the assumption that everyone’s body resets every 24 hours. That’s cute. Meanwhile, women with ADHD are operating on a full moon cycle of hormonal shifts, and let’s just say it’s not a seamless experience. Estrogen and progesterone ebb and flow, affecting dopamine levels, mood, and focus in ways that science has only recently started paying attention to. For men, testosterone stays relatively stable day to day, which means their focus, energy, and e...
If you’ve seen Inside Out 2, you know how brilliantly it captures the emotional rollercoaster of growing up. As I watched, I couldn’t help but reflect on my own journey with anxiety, from childhood to adulthood. It made me realize how crucial it is to understand and manage anxiety, especially if you're navigating life with ADHD or other forms of neurodivergence. Recently, I had a conversation with a pediatrician that really opened my eyes. She explained that while anxiety is a normal part of development, it’s essential to regulate and supervise it carefully. When anxiety exceeds a certain threshold, it can pave the way for mental disorders, personality disorders, and other mental health challenges later in life. Let's dive into the science behind this and explore ways to recognize and manage anxiety effectively. The Science of Anxiety Anxiety is not just about nervousness or fear; it involves a complex interplay of emotions that can affect our overall well-being. According to ...