The idea that only hyperactive, energetic kids who can’t sit still have ADHD is an outdated stereotype rooted in gender bias. Because ADHD in girls looks different from how it presents in boys, many girls go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, leaving their symptoms untreated.

This has long-term consequences for their self-esteem and success.

By broadening our understanding of how ADHD manifests in girls, we can help parents, teachers, doctors, and mental health professionals better recognize the signs. Early identification and treatment can give girls the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The basic premise of this parenting style is just what it sounds like - you just need to be…you guessed it - GOOD ENOUGH. Perfectionism has no place for parents - or for kids - with this approach to parenting. If our kids observe us striving for perfection, they’ll try super hard to live up to that (impossible) standard as well. As a therapist, I can tell you - that shit will follow your kid into adulthood where they’ll end up spending lots of time and money trying to undo those tendencies. Do yourself (and your kids) a favor, let them see you mess up from time to time - it’ll give them permission to do the same.

One of the approximately 874 things that suddenly made sense to me after getting my ADHD diagnosis as an adult was finally understanding why the actual hell I couldn’t muster up the motivation to cut a damn watermelon if my life depended on it. If you’re wondering what cutting up a watermelon has to do with untreated ADHD, pull up a chair and prepare to be dazzled.

Do you ever wonder if you could benefit from therapy but the idea of one. more. thing. in your busy schedule makes you want to scream? You’re not alone! More and more people are turning to online therapy because it eliminates so many of the hassles of venturing out for yet another appointment.