A teen's sense of self-identity requires fitting in seamlessly with peers; this goal of blending in may be disrupted and the adolescent may feel that he or she has been "labeled" and thus ostracized. Helping the teen to appreciate his or her strengths and that there are options that will...
Schippers LM, Horstman LI, van de Velde H, et al. A qualitative and quantitative study of self-reported positive characteristics of individuals with ADHD. Front Psychiatry. 2022;13:922788. Published 2022 Oct 12. Sedgwick JA, Merwood A, Asherson P. The positive aspects of attention deficit ...
Differential diagnosis of adults with ADHD: the role of executive function and self-regulation. J Clin Psychiatry 2010;71(7):e17. [15]Cortese S, Adamo N, Del Giovane C, Mohr-Jensen C, Hayes AJ, Carucci S, et al. Comparative efficacy and tolerability of medications for attentiondeficit hype...
Inattentive, hyperactive and impulsive symptoms can impact achievement in studies and at work, negatively affect relationships, and result in feeling different to others and developing anegative sense of self. The symptoms are neurobiological, resulting in differences inbrain development. For most people ...
The idea is that you can connect with your physical, emotion and even spiritual sense of self! You can absolutely be present in the moment, no matter what your mental health diagnosis turns out to be. In addition to mindfulness based meditation and other relaxation techniques, I recommend ...
through the Intersection Model. You can use this understanding of your ADHD brain to your advantage. You can find ways to erect a few stop signs or traffic lights, to make positive messages stronger and keep them in your focus longer, and improve your overall functioning and sense of self....
These frustrations stem from the same discounting of delayed payoffs that affect all the have-to duties in adult life, in both cases eroding one’s well-being and sense of self. Even well-intentioned exhortations to enjoy learning and take classes on topics one finds interesting is for many...
This is how debilitating undiagnosed ADHD can be. It’s an invisible illness that makes you feel like you are being targeted by society. It makes you feel stupid. It can take away any sense of self-worth you may have. A 2021 studyshowed a strong correlation between ADHD and suicidal thou...
It doesn’t make sense. Shame damages oursense of selfand can lead us down many dark paths — poor self-esteem, unhealthy coping strategies, strained relationships, and problems in practically all areas of life. When you believe that you’re broken, you focus on your weaknesses, become blind...
Participants' stories highlighted both positives and challenges within five analytical themes: Differing perspectives of the problem, Societal pressures, Sense of self, Feelings about medication, and Maturational shift from passive to active. The findings suggested that interpersonal conflict, stigma, and ...