Generational Stress in Neurodivergent Families: Why it can feel harder and how the nervous system adapts.

Old handwritten letters and books are displayed with black-and-white family photos, a portrait of two children, and a postcard of a zeppelin, evoking nostalgia and history that echo the shared experiences of neurodivergent families across generations.

“Your survival response is not a moral failing. An abnormal reaction to an abnormal situation is normal behavior.”   Viktor Frankel In my trauma focused clinical work, people sometimes arrive … Read more

When Rejection Feels Like Pain: Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria

A person sits in a dimly lit room, facing a window with warm sunlight streaming in. Their silhouette is outlined by the light, as rooftop views and plants outside suggest a quiet moment reflecting on ADHD rejection sensitivity.

By: Christina Crowe, RP Have you ever replayed a moment of criticism for days, wondering what you did wrong? For many adults with ADHD, those moments do not just sting. … Read more

Sensory Triggers & ADHD: How Occupational Therapy Can Help

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By: Jill Roberts, OT Our brains are constantly taking in sensory information such as bright lights, scratchy clothing, loud noises, and hunger signals. And if you have got ADHD under … Read more

E100: Slow Down to Thrive: ADHD, Pacing, and Rethinking Productivity Culture

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What if slowing down was the key to better mental health, not a sign of falling behind? In this milestone 100th episode, Christina Crowe, RP, is joined by psychotherapist Katie … Read more

How a Nurse Practitioner Can Support You on Your Mental Health Journey

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By: Carole Gionet, NP At Dig a Little Deeper, we understand how tough it can feel when you’re struggling with your mental health. You don’t have to face it alone. … 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