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For decades, the standard image of ADHD has been a young boy, physically hyperactive, disrupting a classroom, and unable to sit still. But as a psychologist, business owner, and neurodivergent woman navigating this world, I can tell you that this stereotype has done a profound disservice to millions of women. For us, ADHD is rarely about running around the room; it’s about a mind that never stops running, a "battery" that constantly feels like it’s drained, and a lifetime sp

If you are neurodivergent—whether you have ADHD, Autism, or both—you may be experiencing neurodivergent burnout  and constantly wondering, “Why am I so tired?!” This deep, all-consuming exhaustion can feel confusing and discouraging, especially after a day where, on paper, you “didn’t do much.” You might look at your neurotypical peers who move effortlessly from a 9-to-5 job to the gym, grocery shopping, and social plans and think, How are they doing all of that? When you’re

Over the last few years, researchers have learned more about gender differences in ADHD. We now know symptoms tend to present differently in men and women. The stereotypical presentation of a hyperactive, impulsive, and disruptive boy doesn’t capture the experience of most women with ADHD. Women tend to present with more inattentive symptoms, difficulty with memory, and poor organization.  Recently I’ve had a ton of women coming to my office saying their ADHD symptoms vary d

The transition into a new year often arrives with a heavy burden of expectation. Scroll through social media, and you’ll be bombarded with pronouncements of ambitious, sweeping goals: "Run a marathon," "Lose 50 pounds," "Achieve peak organization," or "Launch a lucrative side hustle." The collective pressure to embark on a radical, immediate self-overhaul is palpable. While the spirit of a fresh start can certainly be motivating, this aggressive approach to resolutions can qu