Signs of ADHD aren’t as easy to spot in adults as in children. Adult ADHD can be more subtle and misinterpreted as another mental health condition, complicating its diagnosis. Plus, many people with ADHD mask their symptoms to cope and … The post 10 Signs and Symptoms of ADHD in Adults (And When to Get Help) appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Imagine being surrounded by a thick fog—you can’t see clearly, and every step feels uncertain. Being in a mental fog can feel very similar. You might have experienced brain fog if you’ve been in a hazy state where you can’t … The post Understanding ADHD Brain Fog: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
ADHD affects executive functioning – the cognitive abilities needed to achieve goals. An adult with ADHD may have trouble organizing, remembering instructions, staying on track, and following through with a task. These are signs of executive dysfunction. Executive dysfunction can … The post Executive Function Disorder & ADHD: Their Differences & How They Tie Together appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
ADHD is underdiagnosed in women more than in other gender identities or children. Gender biases, as well as cultural expectations of girls and women, play a big part in the lower rate of diagnoses. For example, symptoms of inattentiveness are … The post ADHD in Women: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Do you often feel guilty for getting distracted or putting off important tasks? You might think you’re just “lazy” or “irresponsible.” But attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) changes the way your brain functions, affecting focus and motivation. Research has found a link … The post How Dopamine Influences ADHD Symptoms and Treatment appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Untreated ADHD makes focusing, remembering details, and controlling impulses harder. It can feel like you’re swimming upstream against a strong current. You can make progress, but it takes a lot of time and effort. Without medications, ADHD can significantly affect … The post Untreated Adult ADHD: Why a Diagnosis Is Life-Changing appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Having a brain that constantly wanders, struggles to remember details, and gets easily overwhelmed by tasks can be challenging. Many people with ADHD know what this feels like, and for people with ADHD-PI, or predominantly inattentive type, it’s the main … The post Exploring ADHD-PI: When Inattention Is the Issue appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Is staying focused at work or school a challenge—more so because you feel the need for constant motion? If you relate to this, you may be living with combined type attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). There are three main types of ADHD: … The post ADHD Combined Type: A Common and Treatable Diagnosis appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
How hard would it be to swim gracefully while holding a beach ball under the water? You might be able to do it for a while, but eventually, that ball will surface. Keeping it underwater will take a lot of … The post ADHD Masking: Does Hiding Your Symptoms Help or Harm? appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
At the mention of ADHD, what comes to mind? It could be the constant movement and fidgeting or the inability to stay focused and pay attention. Those symptoms form a core part of ADHD. But there’s so much more to … The post The ADHD Iceberg: Exploring the Seen and Unseen Symptoms of ADHD appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
There’s a growing awareness about ADHD and its symptoms, and because of this, many more adults have received diagnosis and treatment. The increased exposure has many people wondering if ADHD is overdiagnosed. Maybe you’re concerned whether you got the right … The post Is ADHD Overdiagnosed in Adults?: How Misunderstood Adult ADHD Is appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Making small talk can feel dreadful. You might feel like you’re wasting time talking about topics no one cares about just to be polite. Or perhaps your conversations are awkward because you don’t know when or how to jump in. … The post Small Talk for Adults With ADHD: A Guide to Better Conversations appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Have you recently noticed symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? If you’re concerned that you have ADHD, the good news is that it’s never too late to get reviewed or diagnosed for it, even as an adult. Around 3.1% of adults … The post Can ADHD Appear for the First Time in Adulthood? appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Imagine if traffic lights skipped yellow and went straight from green to red without warning – driving under these conditions would be very stressful. If you have ADHD, handling your emotions might feel a bit like this. You may be … The post ADHD Emotional Dysregulation: Managing Intense Emotions appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Do you wake up with your mental battery already drained? Even with long hours of sleep and shots of caffeine, you don’t have the energy to get the ball rolling. There’s a nagging itch to keep your mind occupied, which … The post A Guide to Understimulated ADHD (Turn Boredom to Brilliance) appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Picture yourself treading water in the ocean. The surface is calm and sparkling in the sun, but you can feel strong currents pulling at you. To those watching, keeping your head above water looks effortless. But beneath the surface, your … The post Inattentive ADHD in Women: How to Recognize Symptoms & Overcome Them appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
About 5.4% of adult males, or 1 in 20 men, are diagnosed with ADHD.[1] Compared to women, men with ADHD are more likely to be diagnosed and treated. However, many men with this disorder still face career and relationship challenges. … The post A Guide for Men With ADHD (and Their Loved Ones) appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
The prevalence of symptomatic adult ADHD has been estimated at 6.76% in recent years, equating to about 366 million adults affected worldwide.[1] That’s a significant number of people, and it’s part of what motivates ADDA to reach out and help … The post DSM-5 Criteria for ADHD: How Is Adult ADHD Evaluated? appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
“Neurodiversity may be every bit as crucial for the human race as biodiversity is for life in general. Who can say what form of wiring will prove best at any given moment?” – Harvey Blume Humans are wildly diverse, and … The post Is ADHD Neurodivergent? Celebrating the Diversity of Human Thinking and Behavior appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Have you ever tried to hold back a cough or a sneeze? It’s uncomfortable. You also can’t resist for more than a couple of seconds. This feeling is similar to having tics. Tics refer to sudden and repetitive sounds, muscle … The post ADHD and Tics: What’s the Connection? appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Do you catch yourself making the same sounds or movements repeatedly? Maybe you hum a random song, bite your nails, or absentmindedly spin a pen on your desk to help you pay attention while working. You might chew on your … The post ADHD Stimming: Why It Happens and How to Cope appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Do you feel like you’re constantly bombarded by sensory information that doesn’t seem to bother others? It could be the glare of fluorescent lights, the bass of the car next to you thumping in your chest, or a perfume that … The post ADHD & Sensory Overload: Managing Overstimulation in a Fast-Paced World appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) isn’t a learning disability – but it can impact how you learn new information. For example, do you have to work twice as hard as everyone else to finish a course, read a book, or focus … The post ADHD Is Not a Learning Disability (But it Does Affect Learning) appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
No matter how long your to-do list is, you can’t seem to make any progress. No matter how much you want to, you can’t seem to stay organized. You’re always missing meetings, forgetting dates, or losing important documents. Is this … The post ADHD Symptoms in Adults: Signs of Inattention, Hyperactivity, and Impulsivity appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
It’s not “all in your head.” It’s all in your brain—literally. If you’ve ever heard that ADHD is a made-up disorder caused by laziness, a lack of willpower, or ineffective parenting, you’re not alone. But this statement couldn’t be further … The post Inside the ADHD Brain: Structure, Function, and Chemistry appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
ADHD and depression have distinct symptoms and treatments, but for many people, they form an intertwined pair. If you’re struggling to unravel this mental health puzzle, you’re not alone. Adults with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are almost three times more … The post ADHD and Depression: Exploring the Connection appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
It’s a common misconception that ADHD only occurs in children. So, despite its high prevalence, very few adults with ADHD get properly diagnosed and treated. Around 2.8% of adults worldwide have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). [1] Other research estimates that around … The post ADHD in Adults: Symptoms, Challenges, Diagnosis, and Treatment appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Some people diagnosed with anxiety find that they also display symptoms of ADHD and vice versa. You may find yourself in a similar situation, wondering what’s actually causing your symptoms – ADHD or anxiety. While ADHD and anxiety are very … The post The Difference Between ADHD vs. Anxiety in Adults appeared first on ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association.| ADDA – Attention Deficit Disorder Association
ADHD hyperfixation refers to an intense preoccupation a person with ADHD may have toward a certain subject or activity. Find out how you can manage it in this article.| ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association
