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5 Therapist-Approved ADHD Hacks That Actually Work for Adults
Nicole Ivelevitch Nicole Ivelevitch

5 Therapist-Approved ADHD Hacks That Actually Work for Adults

Managing ADHD as an adult can feel like a constant game of catch-up—whether it's forgetting appointments, procrastinating on simple tasks, or struggling to finish what you start. The good news? With the right strategies, living with ADHD doesn’t have to mean chaos. Keep reading for 5 therapist-approved hacks that actually work for adults with ADHD.

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Finals Season Survival Guide: Tips for Students & Parents
Nicole McQueen Nicole McQueen

Finals Season Survival Guide: Tips for Students & Parents

Finals season can feel overwhelming for both kids and their parents. As tests and project deadlines pile up, many students experience stress, self-doubt, and even burnout. But with the right kind of support, your child doesn’t have to face it alone. Keep reading for tips to help ensure that your child feels confident, supported, and prepared during this high-pressure time of year.

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How Do I Stop Being a Perfectionist?
Nicole McQueen Nicole McQueen

How Do I Stop Being a Perfectionist?

Striving to do your best is great—but are your high expectations keeping you from fully enjoying life? Keep reading to learn how to recognize harmful perfectionism and discover strategies to overcome its negative consequences.

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Back to School and Overwhelmed with Assignments? Steal My Hack to Help Get Organized 
Sara Schreiber Sara Schreiber

Back to School and Overwhelmed with Assignments? Steal My Hack to Help Get Organized 

I think everyone can agree that one of the most difficult parts about being a student is keeping track of everything for all of your classes; between homework assignments, projects, exams, and more, it can start to feel really overwhelming (Raise your hand if you’ve ever walked into a class and said, “Wait, that was due TODAY?” 🙋) This can be especially daunting if you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, or other executive functioning disorders. Keep reading to hear what I did to help get myself organized and ultimately set myself up for academic success.

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