Posts Tagged ‘mental load’
What is ADHD Coaching and How is it Different from Therapy?
If you’re a woman navigating ADHD, you may have wondered whether therapy or ADHD coaching is the right fit for you. Both can be incredibly valuable, but they serve different purposes. Understanding the differences can help you make the best choice for your needs. What You’ll Learn in This Blog Therapy: Healing and Emotional Support…
Read MoreThe Mental Load and ADHD: Why Women Feel Overwhelmed
If you often feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world—remembering appointments, managing household tasks, caring for family, staying on top of work deadlines—you’re not alone. This invisible burden is called the mental load, and for women with ADHD, it can be especially overwhelming. What Is the Mental Load? The mental load refers to…
Read MoreADHD in Men vs. Women: Why the Symptoms Look Different
ADHD doesn’t look the same for everyone. While boys are more often diagnosed in childhood, many girls and women slip under the radar until much later in life. Why? Because their symptoms are often quieter, internalized, and less disruptive in school or at work. Men tend to display more hyperactivity and outward behaviors, while women…
Read MoreThe Fair Play System: A Game Changer for Parents (Especially if You Have ADHD)
Are you carrying the mental load for your entire household? Do you find yourself remembering every appointment, meal, permission slip, and sock size-while also trying to hold down a job, be a good partner, and maybe even have five minutes to yourself?If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And if you’re a parent with ADHD,…
Read MoreThe Invisible Load: ADHD, Executive Function, and the Impact on Parenting and Relationships
Living with ADHD as a woman often means navigating an invisible current—one that pulls you in different directions while you try to stay steady for those who depend on you. Executive function challenges aren’t just about forgetting appointments or misplacing keys; they ripple through every part of life, especially parenting and relationships. What is Executive…
Read MoreHow Coaching Helps Women with ADHD Thrive
Living with ADHD as a woman can feel like juggling a dozen balls while walking a tightrope—on a windy day. Between caring for others, managing responsibilities, and navigating the invisible mental load, it’s easy to lose sight of your own needs. You may have been told to “try harder” or “just get organized,” but deep…
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