Understanding ADD and ADHD: is it really an attention deficit?
Contrary to popular belief, ADHD is not an attention deficit. People with ADHD don’t lack attention. If anything, they have an abundance of attention. What they lack is the ability to control what to focus their attention on.
…And not for lack of trying.
In this article, I am exploring the neuroscience behind why ADHD-ers sometimes hyperfocus, and sometimes… cannot focus at all.
ADHD-friendly guide to overcoming procrastination
Procrastination affects us all, but for those with ADD or ADHD, it presents unique challenges.
For us, procrastination is not about a lack of discipline; it's about not knowing how to adapt to our brain's unique wiring.
In this article, I explain why some hacks simply don’t work for us and how to get yourself to start doing that thing you’ve been meaning to do.
Understanding ADD and ADHD: genetics, challenges, and unique strengths
ADHD is a condition caused by genetic and neurological factors. It does not come from a lack of discipline and is not caused by the social environment.
In certain contexts, ADHD symptoms can really be a curse. But with the right treatment and understanding of the condition, it can become a real gift.