Feeling constantly overwhelmed, exhausted, or unable to focus can be an incredibly isolating experience. You might spend hours scrolling through articles and social media, trying to put a name to what you are feeling. So many are asking, “why can’t I focus” Is it a neurodevelopmental condition? Are you carrying the heavy weight of past…
Medically reviewed by Jessica Walsh, PMHNP, Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner The Cortisol and Anxiety Loop: When It’s Not Just “In Your Head” Patients ask me all the time: Can anxiety cause low cortisol? or Does low cortisol cause anxiety? The answer is both. The relationship between your mood and your stress hormones is entirely a…
Medically reviewed by Jessica Walsh, PMHNP, Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner You finally did it. You reached out for help, spoke to a doctor about your depression and anxiety, and started a course of antidepressants. You did everything right. But a few weeks in, something feels wrong. The crushing weight of depression might be…
Asking “Why do I procrastinate so much” or “Why am I lazy?” You may not be lazy, rather you could be procrastinating so much due to ADHD paralysis. For example, a task is sitting right in front of you, and you might even desperately want to finish it. Yet, you find yourself frozen, having difficulty…
Medically reviewed by Jessica Walsh, PMHNP, Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner What Is the 1-3-5 Rule for ADHD? Watch the Video Version: The 1-3-5 Productivity Rule Doesn’t Work for ADHD – Here’s Why The 1-3-5 rule for ADHD, known also as the 1-3-5 method for ADHD, is one of several popular online productivity strategies…
For a long time, society has labeled ADHD strictly as a deficit. Instead of viewing ADHD through the traditional medical lens, we explore the idea that these cognitive traits, often suppressed or misunderstood, are actually high-level skills just waiting to be harnessed. The “deficit” narrative is actually a myth. Your brain simply operates on a…
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IN Focus First Indy ADHD ADHD Evaluation: IN Focus First vs Indy ADHD IN Focus First ADHD Evaluation IN Focus First starts with a comprehensive clinical psychiatric evaluation to get a complete picture of your ADHD symptoms. This in depth assessment helps our team understand how your symptoms relate to your personal life, mental health…
It is so important to remember that this is not laziness. Your brain is simply wired differently, and traditional study methods are often not built for you. Instead of forcing yourself into a neurotypical mold, you can reframe your approach. By tailoring your environment and habits to fit your unique needs, you can empower yourself…