“Meh” and ADHD: Understanding the Low Activation State

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By: Christina Crowe, RP If you live with ADHD, especially the inattentive type, you know the feeling: you’re not sad, generally not anxious, not burned out exactly, but you’re also … Read more

ADHD and Self-Compassion: Why It’s so Hard and How to Start

A young person with ADHD sits on the floor against a plain wall, covering their face with both hands, appearing upset—highlighting the importance of self-compassion when learning how to start addressing overwhelming emotions.

The lifelong impact of late diagnosis I’ve spent more than a decade bookmarking research on self-compassion. You know the kind … the studies you save in a (organized!) labelled folder … Read more

Therapist-Approved AI to Support your Executive Functioning

A person with shoulder-length red hair and glasses smiles, giving two thumbs up, as if they just discovered some recommended mental health apps. They are wearing a white shirt with black polka dots against a gray background.

By: Julia D’Addurno, Registered Psychotherapist In the fast-paced society we live in, executive function plays an important role in managing daily tasks and staying on track towards achieving our personal … Read more

The Reckoning: Reflecting on a (late) ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult

A woman with wavy hair in a chunky sweater leans on a laptop, looking puzzled. Shes seated at a table with an orange flower vase, embodying the often-overlooked challenges faced by ADHD women. The background features a window with wooden frames.

By: Christina Crowe, RP, Cert OAMHP Receiving a diagnosis of ADHD in later adulthood often comes with a powerful mix of emotions: relief, frustration, grief, and even curiosity. For many, … Read more