Setting Boundaries as a Neurodivergent Person
Written by: Colleen Carty, MSW, ACSW :: Neurodivergent Affirming Coach Setting Boundaries as a Neurodivergent Person: Why It’s Hard, Why It’s Important, and How to Do It For neurodivergent individuals, setting boundaries can be especially challenging. Boundaries are the guidelines we establish to protect ou
ADHD and the Attention Economy
Surviving + Thriving in a World that is Built to Distract You Written by: Colleen Carty, MSW, ACSW :: Neurodivergent Affirming Coach Imagine your brain is a golden retriever puppy. Now imagine that puppy lives in a world where every surface is covered in squeaky toys, bacon, and laser pointers. That’s what it
The “Dopamine Menu”: A Lifeline for Thriving with ADHD
Written by: Colleen Carty, MSW, ACSW :: Neurodivergent Affirming Coach If you are living with ADHD, the pursuit of dopamine is a central theme in your daily life. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is linked to motivation, reward, and focus. Dopamine often operates at lower levels in ADHD brains, which makes i