Most advice about relationships focuses on communication. But in ADHD relationships that advice often fails Because the issue isn’t just communication. It’s regulation during communication. The Real Pattern Many couples experience this loop; One partner raises an issue The ADHD partner feels overwhelmed or criticised The conversation derails Nothing resolves This isn’t a lack of […]
ADHD Burnout: Why It Happens (and How to recover) ADHD burnout isn’t just feeling tired. It’s a state of mental, emotional, and cognitive exhaustion. Often caused by trying to function in ways that don’t match how your brain works. What is ADHD Burnout ? ADHD burnout happens when: You’ve been over compensating for too long […]
Why ADHD Relationships Feel So Lonely Even When You Love Each Other There’s a particular kind of loneliness that shows up in ADHD relationships. You are not alone But You feel unseen You are in the same room But Emotionally you are somewhere else entirely This isn’t about lack of love. It’s about something far […]
ADHD & Procrastination: Why you Can’t Just “Start” Procrastination with ADHD isn’t laziness. It’s not a lack of discipline. It’s a difficulty with starting-even when something matters to you. You might: Put things off until the last minute Feel stuck, even with simple tasks Avoid things you actually want or need to do Only start […]
Emotional Dysregulation in ADHD One of the most misunderstood parts of ADHD is emotional regulation. It’s not just about focus. It’s about how strongly…. and how quickly…you feel things What is Emotional Dysregulation? Emotional dysregulation means: Emotions feel intense Reactions happen quickly It’s hard to “come back down” You might: Overreact, then regret it Feel […]
ADHD & LOVE How to nurture a relationship when one partner has ADHD Relationships take effort, intention, patience and understanding from both partners. When one half of the partnership has ADHD that effort can seem a little different and at times feel a little harder. ADHD can bring extra special strengths to a relationship, creativity, […]
What is Cassandra Syndrome? Cassandra syndrome is a term used to describe the emotional experience of someone who feels chronically dismissed, disbelieved, or invalidated when raising genuine concerns in a relationship. The name comes from Greek mythology. Cassandra was given the ability to predict the future, but she was cursed so that no one would […]
Emotional Labour & ADHD: The Hidden Mental Load Adhd isn’t just about focus or organisation or motivation. For many adults the real strain comes form the constant emotional effort of trying to keep up, stay composed and to not appear to be “too much” This invisible strain is called Emotional Labour and it can seriously […]
ADHD Therapy FAQ Is Difficulty Understanding Emotions Common in ADHD ?…… Yes , both adults and teenagers experience challenges with emotional awareness and regulation. Emotions can feel intense, overwhelming, delayed or hard to name. Some people also experience ALEXITHYMIA, which involves difficulty in identifying and describing emotions. These patterns are linked to attention differences and […]
Many adults and teenagers with ADHD struggle not only with focus, organisation or overwhelm but also with understanding their emotions. You might feel intense reaction, emotional shut down or a sense of disconnect from how you are feeling until it spills over. This includes ALEXITHYMIA which is the term used for having difficulty in identifying, […]
Chronic Stress In ADHD Relationships Build Resentment Resentment rarely shows up all at once. For many non ADHD partners it doesn’t start as anger at all. It starts as exhaustion, confusion and the quiet question of “why does this feel so hard?” in relationships where one partner has ADHD, resentment often grows quietly, built from […]
For many people , Christmas is painted as a season of warmth, joy and togetherness. twinkling lights, festive music, family traditions, and carefully wrapped gifts fill the days of December. But for people with ADHD, Christmas can feel less like a cozy snow globe and more like a sensory overload button pressed all at […]
Adhd coaching isn’t about trying harder, fixing yourself or forcing productivity systems that don’t stick. Its grounded in how the ADHD brain actually works and this is why it can be so effective. How The ADHD Brain Really Works The ADHD brain processes information, motivation and emotions differently. The ADHD brain is interest based not […]
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria & ADHD…..What it Feels Like ….How ADHD Coaching Can Help… Have you ever felt that a tiny bit of criticism cuts way too deep ? or found yourself obsessively replaying a conversation, convinced someone is upset with you? Do you find yourself reacting instantly and emotionally and being told that you are […]
ADHD Therapy helps you to understand you, ADHD Coaching helps you to live with it. Adhd therapy after an ADHD diagnosis can seem like the most obvious next step to help you understand your mind, your habits and your emotions. Emotions can be so mixed after years of having felt ‘different’ and often having […]