What Is ADHD Overstimulation? ADHD overstimulation happens when the brain gets overwhelmed by too much sensory input, making it hard to focus, think clearly, or stay calm. People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often experience heightened...
I remember sitting in my therapist’s office, fidgeting with the hem of my sleeve, as she explained that my lifelong struggles with focus, social interactions, and sensory overload weren’t just quirks. They were signs of both Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity...
ADHD may look like it’s just fidgeting and daydreaming. That is just the tip— there’s a lot more to this condition than what meets the eye. Enter the ADHD iceberg analogy. ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is often seen as a simple problem...
Have you ever found yourself staring at a manageable to-do list in the morning, only to realize by the afternoon that you’ve barely checked off a single task? This common scenario is not just a case of having an off day; it’s a daily reality for many...
Picture a typical morning for a child with ADHD and sensory processing issues. The alarm clock rings, and it feels like a loud siren. Each sound, from laughter to the clink of a spoon, is too much for them. Getting dressed is tough, too, as the tag on their shirt...
Do you ever feel like your mind is at odds with itself—one side clinging to rituals and routines while the other rebels, racing from thought to thought? Living with both OCD and ADHD can create a tug-of-war between hyper-focus and hyper-distraction, precision and...
