December 2021

ADHD-Inattentive Type

Some of the links in this blog post are affiliate links. This means that if you click on the link and buy something, I receive a small commission without any extra cost to you. Inattentive ADHD As a clinical psychologist, I’ve seen firsthand how attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can impact individuals in unique and […]

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ADHD and Depression

ADHD and Depression Are you or someone you know dealing with ADHD and depression? If so, you’re not alone. ADHDers have a greater vulnerability to depression due to a variety of factors. These include genetic predisposition, environmental influences, as well as higher rates of social rejection, peer victimization, and difficulties in school or work settings.

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ADHD vs. Depression

Depression vs. ADHD Depression and ADHD co-occur at high rates. As Goodman and Thase, 2009 observed: “A significant proportion of adults with mood disorders have comorbid ADHD, and a significant proportion of adults with ADHD have comorbid mood disorders.”  Adults who have escaped diagnosis in childhood will often present to medical providers and therapists with a mood

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ADHD and Anxiety

Some of the links in this blog post are affiliate links. This means that if you click on the link and buy something, I receive a small commission without any extra cost to you. The Connection Between ADHD and Anxiety Do you struggle with anxiety? If you have Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), you’re not

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Slide with the title “Unmasking Autism Traits” at the top and the subtitle “Reflections” underneath. In the center, there is an illustration of a person with red hair holding a mask in front of their face, symbolizing unmasking. The person is holding a brown shoulder bag and looking thoughtful. The bottom left corner has the Neurodivergent Insights logo. The design features pink and teal decorative curved lines in the top left and bottom right corners, with a teal border around the slide.

Reflections on Unmasking Autism Traits

December 3, 2021 Unmasking Autism Traits I’m about six months into this whole unmasking autism thing. I still remember the first TikTok video I watched about masking. My initial thought was, “well yeah, but doesn’t everyone do this.” Doesn’t everyone direct their bodies through the appropriate movements—nod here, smile now, uncross your arms — doesn’t

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Infographic titled "ADHD and OCD At a Glance" by Dr. Megan Anna Neff. The image features six illustrated people and various abstract design elements. Six key facts are arranged around the central title: “According to one study, 1 in 5 children with OCD also has ADHD” “ADHD is linked with an earlier appearance of OCD symptoms, typically in early childhood” “OCD places further demands on executive functioning exacerbating ADHD struggles” “The presence of both conditions often leads to higher rates of hoarding” “Those with both OCD and ADHD experience more pronounced OCD symptoms, which are tougher to manage” “An estimated 8-25% of people with OCD also have ADHD” The bottom left corner includes the Neurodivergent Insights logo. Blue and pink decorative curves appear in the top left and bottom right corners, with a blue border around the graphic.

ADHD and OCD

What is the Connection Between ADHD and OCD? Have you ever wondered about the connection between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? As an ADHDer who struggled with OCD in childhood, I understand firsthand how these two conditions can intersect. And as a psychologist who has worked with numerous individuals with

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