A place to gather stories, tips, and info about ADHD — from what it really feels like to how people manage it day by day.

Let’s Be Honest About Worry Let’s just say it: the night before a trip, staring at your suitcase and your prescription bottles, you get that pang—”What if I packed something that’s a no-go?” We rarely admit it out loud, but most of us have felt that tiny (or big) anxiety before landing in a country […]

(img by ABC News – The Walt Disney Company) Wait, Can You Even Get Prescribed? Let’s start with something you probably wouldn’t expect: More than once, I’ve seen people land in Greece—bags under their eyes from the red-eye flight, mind racing about their to-do list—and the first question they ask isn’t about Greek food or […]

(img by Psych Scene Hub) Ever Feel Like Your Meds Miss the Mark? Let’s open with a weird-but-true fact: Even though Adderall and Vyvanse are both big names in the ADHD crowd, most people don’t realize—your brain reacts to them in totally unique ways. Seriously… two people taking identical doses can walk away with radically […]

Ritalin is a stimulant prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It’s also prescribed in some cases for narcolepsy. Containing the active ingredient methylphenidate, Ritalin is available only by prescription. (img by National Geographic) Consuming alcohol while taking Ritalin can alter how the medication acts in your body. For that reason, drinking alcohol while […]

Ever caught yourself (or your child) chewing on fingernails during a boring meeting, a stressful phone call, or even while scrolling through TikTok? If you have ADHD, that bite is probably more than just a random habit—it’s a clue about how your brain is wired.In the next few minutes we’ll unpack why nail biting shows […]

Ever been so caught up in a project that you glance at the clock and realize it’s 3 p.m. and you haven’t had a single bite? If you have ADHD, that feeling isn’t just a case of “bad time‑management” – it’s a real, brain‑based challenge. The good news? You can train your environment, your habits, and […]

Ever notice a kid (or even yourself) who can’t sit still, blurts out thoughts before they’re finished, and seems to be running on a never‑ending battery? Chances are you’re looking at hyperactive‑impulsive ADHD. It’s not just “being extra energetic”—it’s a distinct pattern of brain‑based behavior that shows up in childhood, often sticks around into adulthood, […]

Short answer: If you have ADHD, you’re statistically more likely to struggle with binge‑eating, bulimia‑type cycles, or chronic overeating. The brain’s dopamine wiring, impulsivity, and even simple “forget to eat” moments can turn a normal snack into a full‑blown binge. Why it matters: Understanding how ADHD fuels disordered eating gives you the power to spot warning signs […]

Ever feel like your day is a tornado of tasks, ideas, and “I‑should‑have‑done‑that‑yesterday”? You’re not alone. People with ADHD often wrestle with the same chaotic swirl, and the good news is that a well‑crafted routine can be the calm eye in that storm. In the next few minutes we’ll walk through practical, research‑backed ways to […]