As a stay-at-home mom, making time for my own mental and physical health is a challenge. However, nothing is more important for an ADHD parent than taking care of yourself — and keeping your symptoms from ruling the day. The benefits of a regular yoga practice extend far beyond the mat, making me a better mom […]
Category: Mental Health
What you need to know about ADHD, impulsivity, and self-harm
We’ve all made jokes about our ADHD. A little gallows humor can keep us from getting too down on ourselves. But be careful. Impulsivity, time-blindness, and low self-esteem can create the perfect storm — and a potentially life-threatening situation. ADHD has a dark side, and several studies suggest it increases suicide risk as much as […]
Drown your ADHD in a hot shower
Do your emotions tend to run away with you? It’s okay, you can answer silently, but if you often find yourself overwhelmed, embarrassed, confused, or even frightened by your emotions, you’re not alone. At least half of all ADHD adults suffer from deficient emotional self-regulation, defined for the lay person as “excessive emotional reactions to […]