Why Willpower Isn’t Enough Let’s talk about dopamine, because understanding this can change how you see your ADHD struggles. Dopamine is your brain’s motivation chemical, the neurotransmitter that helps you want things and actually begin doing them. It is the spark that lights the fire of action. For neurotypical brains, this system is sophisticated and […]
Moving Beyond the Deficit Model We are witnessing a profound shift in how we understand ADHD and neurodevelopmental differences. For too long, the medical model has treated brain differences as deficits, problems to be diagnosed or fixed. But now we are moving toward a neurodiversity affirming framework, one that recognises brain variations as a natural […]
When we talk about trauma, it is not one-size-fits-all. While both PTSD and Complex PTSD stem from overwhelming experiences, they differ in important ways, from what causes them to how they affect your daily life. Understanding these differences can help you make sense of your own experiences and find the right path toward healing. A […]