I Have ADHD Podcast 317 From Barely Coping to High-Functioning: 10 ADHD Game-Changers
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May 27, 2025 Feeling overwhelmed? Discover what it means to function at different levels with ADHD and embrace your journey. Explore essential self-care strategies like hydration, sleep, and exercise, which can significantly enhance your brain function. Dive into the importance of emotional regulation and building supportive relationships. Learn how to break free from people-pleasing and design a life that suits you. Plus, uncover the power of therapy and persistence in overcoming setbacks. It's a loving nudge towards thriving, not just surviving!
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Take Strattera With Food
- If you take Strattera for ADHD, always take it on a full stomach to avoid belly pain and nausea.
- This advice works for many and is not commonly known, so spread the word.
ADHD Functions on a Spectrum
- ADHD severity varies across individuals, affecting memory, impulse control, and emotional regulation differently.
- Functioning levels range from low (survival mode) to high (self-aware and resilient), and this spectrum is normal.
Start With Diagnosis and Treatment
- Get diagnosed and start proper treatment including medication to understand and manage your ADHD brain.
- Medication helps but isn’t a magic fix; it only begins the journey to better functioning.