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Why Moms with ADHD Struggle to Stay Organized (and 7 Strategies That Actually Work)
Being a mom means managing everything—meals, homework, doctor’s appointments, birthday parties, emotional support, and more. Now add ADHD...
clarytepperphd
4 min read
Why People with ADHD Struggle to Use Planners (and What Actually Helps)
Keep a planner, they said. It will help, they said. Except . . . that misses a few key things about the ADHD brain. Using a planner...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
What Is Stimming in ADHD? A Surprising Strategy that Activates the Vagus Nerve and Helps with Focus and Regulation
When most people think of ADHD, they picture distraction, restlessness, or forgetfulness. But there's another common behavior that often...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
What Is Deep ADHD Shutdown? Understanding This Common But Misunderstood Experience (and Strategies that Help)
ADHD shutdown  is a powerful and often invisible state of paralysis where a person with ADHD becomes mentally, emotionally, and...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
How ADHD Affects Sleep — and How Poor Sleep Worsens ADHD: What Adults Need to Know
The relationship between ADHD and sleep is deeply intertwined. ADHD makes falling and staying asleep more difficult, while poor sleep...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
ADHD in Men: Symptoms, Emotional Challenges, and What Actually Helps
ADHD in Men: Common Symptoms, Hidden Struggles, and Practical Strategies While ADHD can impact anyone, it often presents differently in...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
When High Intelligence Hides ADHD: Signs and Symptoms in Bright Adults
When High Intelligence Hides ADHD: Signs, Struggles, and the Mask of Success Many highly intelligent adults with ADHD go undiagnosed for...
clarytepperphd
2 min read
Strengths of Adults with ADHD: Creativity, Empathy, and Innovation (Yes, There are a lot of Benefits)
While ADHD is often viewed only through the lens of challenges, many adults with ADHD possess unique strengths  that are frequently...
clarytepperphd
2 min read
Understanding ADHD in Adult Women: Unique Challenges, Hidden Struggles, and What Helps
Adult women with ADHD often go undiagnosed or misunderstood , leading to years of struggle without clear answers. Unlike the...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
Common Myths About Adult ADHD—and the Truths That Debunk Them
There are many persistent myths about adult ADHD. These misunderstandings not only cause confusion but can also delay diagnosis, increase...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
Can You Be a Good Student and Have ADHD? Absolutely—But It Often Comes at a Cost
Many people assume ADHD and academic success can’t coexist—but that’s far from true. ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder)...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
Executive Function Fatigue in ADHD and Strategies that Help
Why Executive Function Fatigue Drains You 1. Everyday Tasks Require Extra Mental Effort Most adults can handle routine tasks—like...
clarytepperphd
3 min read
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