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The Struggles of Implementing Executive Function and Self-Regulation in Real-Time with ADHD

Post author:Dorsey
Reading time:7 mins read

Self-regulation, a critical component of executive function, involves managing one’s behavior, emotions, and thoughts to achieve long-term goals. This intricate process encompasses several mental activities: self-awareness, inhibition, executive attention, verbal and nonverbal working memory, problem-solving, and self-motivation. However, for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), these executive function processes often present significant challenges. ADHD affects their ability to regulate their behavior effectively, making self-regulation a constant struggle for those with ADHD.

Before Medication: Natural Habits to Empower Your ADHD

Post author:Josh
Reading time:9 mins read

I am starting the process of getting diagnosed, so at the moment, I have only been able to explore natural options. These are a few areas that I struggle with and some ways I have found to help me deal with them.

What is the Link Between Hormones and the Effectiveness of my ADHD Medication?

Post author:Clair
Reading time:11 mins read

Why is my cycle affecting the effectiveness of my medication? Well, I am no scientist and I’m not even very scientifically minded so I have scoured the internet looking for the most straight-forward explanation. This article is an accumulation of what I have found.

ADHD Beneficial Supplements

Post author:Dorsey
Reading time:7 mins read

If you’re not eating a whole foods diet full of all the right stuff, you may have a vitamin deficiency. There’s no easier way to take care of your health than to toss in a few supplements! After consulting with your doctor that is.

Your Brain Is Playing Tricks On You: 13 Cognitive Traps

Post author:Dorsey
Reading time:8 mins read

This article will be about cognitive distortions, or traps and how they can influence your thinking. These are NOT unique to ADHD yet I find I’ve been guilty of all of them at times. We’re only human after all.

What is Decision Fatigue?

Post author:Dorsey
Reading time:9 mins read

The definition of self-control is the ability to choose something other than your initial impulse in order to get something in the future that you want more. Here’s the thing. Self-control isn’t just self-control

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Why is routine so important to someone with ADHD?

Post author:Dorsey
Reading time:3 mins read

To someone with ADHD, a daily routine can often mean the difference between success and failure. Routine provides an essential framework on which to build beneficial habits. These habits can benefit a person physically or mentally. Most typically we associate these routines with self-care but they can also be aligned with personal goals, relationship goals, or even professional goals.

What’s having ADHD like?

Post author:Dorsey
Reading time:7 mins read

You ask me "What is it like to have ADHD"? Here's the most important thing I want you to understand: how I experience ADHD is not how you will experience it. This is because the only consistent thing about ADHD is its inconsistency. Also we’re kinda inconsistent people because of our inconsistent ADHD.

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