Connected Divergents 81. Using the Scientific Method to work with your ADHD brain
Jan 8, 2026
Explore the intriguing intersection of the scientific method and ADHD management. The host shares how experimentation can replace self-blame, turning failures into valuable data. Discover the importance of tracking changes by keeping a lab notebook, and learn about forming hypotheses based on personal patterns. From testing sleep adjustments to refining morning routines, each experiment offers insights. Get inspired to run your own tests, collect meaningful data, and enhance your understanding of your unique ADHD brain!
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Use Science To Understand Your Brain
- Tina Etheridge applies the scientific method to learn how her ADHD brain works through experiments.
- Treating changes as data reduces self-blame and reveals what actually fits your neurodivergence.
Run Small, Single-Variable Experiments
- Observe a pattern, then form a testable question and an if-then hypothesis before trying a change.
- Limit variables by testing one change at a time so you can learn what actually affects you.
Collect Simple Data, Then Iterate
- Track simple observations or measurements during the experiment and analyze the data.
- Use results to keep, tweak, or redevelop your next experiment—no experiment is a failure.
