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The Role of Genetics in ADHD and Autism: What We Know So Far (and Why Tylenol Isn’t the Cause)
When I was first diagnosed with ADHD, one of the big questions I had was why me? Did I just draw the short straw, or was there something deeper at play? Like many of us, I quickly learned that ADHD isn’t about laziness, bad parenting, or “not trying hard enough.” It’s a neurodevelopmental condition, and genetics plays a huge role in shaping it.
Braden Young
Sep 16, 202512 min read


Stress Neurotransmitters: Catecholamines and Stress Unpacked
Ever feel like your brain is running a marathon when all you wanted was a casual stroll? Yeah, me too. Stress can turn our minds into a buzzing beehive, and a big part of that buzz comes from some tiny but mighty chemicals called catecholamines. If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on inside your brain when stress hits, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of stress neurotransmitters and how they shape our experience, especially when living
Braden Young
1 day ago4 min read


ADHD forgetfulness is common and it is not a character flaw
Let’s be very clear right out of the gate. ADHD forgetfulness is not a personal failure. It is a neurological difference interacting with unrealistic expectations. And the shame that often follows is not helping our memory. It is actively making it worse. This article is about understanding why ADHD memory works the way it does, letting go of the shame narrative, and learning how to build supports that actually fit our brains.
Braden Young
4 days ago5 min read


Teaching Children Emotional Regulation
Teaching children emotional regulation is especially important for kids with ADHD. This article shares practical, parent friendly strategies to help children recognize emotions, build coping skills, and develop resilience through daily routines, play, and supportive connection.
Braden Young
Jan 85 min read


ADHD Emotional Intensity and The 8 Neurological Differences That Cause It
Inside the ADHD brain, emotion can surge faster than regulation can respond. This is not a flaw in character. It is how the brain is wired. What Is ADHD Emotional Intensity If you have an ADHD brain, you probably know this feeling well. Emotions can arrive fast, loud, and overwhelming. They can be hard to slow down, hard to regulate, and even harder to explain to people who do not experience them the same way. This is not a character flaw. It is not a lack of effort. It is
Braden Young
Dec 4, 20255 min read


Pills Can't Teach Skills: Understanding the Role of Medication in ADHD
ADHD meds can help, but they’re not the whole solution. Learn how medication works, what it doesn’t do, and how to build lasting skills for success.
Braden Young
Nov 19, 20255 min read


Unlocking the POWER Within: How to Harness Your ADHD Strengths
If you’ve ever felt like your ADHD is running the show instead of you, you’re not alone. The POWER Method helps you move from chaos and self-doubt to clarity and confidence by working with your brain, not against it. Each part—Physical, Ownership, We, Esteem, and Realization—shows you how to build systems that fit your natural rhythm so focus feels sustainable, not forced. It’s not about fixing yourself; it’s about uncovering the strengths that were there all along.
Braden Young
Nov 10, 20257 min read


How ADHD Shapes My Daily Life
It’s funny how we can live with a condition our entire lives, being acutely aware of how much it affects our daily lives on a grand scale, and yet simultaneously we normalize living with the condition to a point where we are completely oblivious to all the minute ways it shapes our day-to-day lives in every action we take.
Braden Young
Oct 28, 202511 min read


When the Safety Net Shakes: What Parents of Kids with IEPs Need to Know About the Department of Education Layoffs
For those of us with neurodivergent children, these changes can feel destabilizing and scary. You may be asking: what does this mean for my child? Will their IEP rights be at risk? How can I stay protective and proactive? This article aims to help answer some of these questions and be a guide during these uncertain times.
Braden Young
Oct 13, 20257 min read


ADHD Across the Lifespan: How It Changes (and Doesn’t)
ADHD doesn’t fade with age, it evolves. Discover how ADHD shows up from childhood to adulthood and learn tools to thrive at every stage of life.
Braden Young
Oct 6, 20256 min read


The Role of Dopamine in ADHD: Latest Research
If you’ve lived with ADHD, you’ve probably heard dopamine described as our “missing ingredient.” For years, the story was that ADHD...
Braden Young
Aug 27, 20256 min read


Setting ADHD-Friendly Goals That Actually Stick: The H.A.R.D. Way
But if you’ve got ADHD, you might have noticed something: even the smartest SMART goals can sometimes fall flat...That’s where H.A.R.D. goals come in. H.A.R.D. goals tap into something deeper, emotion, imagination, urgency, and challenge. And for those of us with ADHD, that emotional connection can be the difference between a goal that gets ignored and one that actually ignites action.
Braden Young
Aug 14, 20258 min read


Unlock Better Days Through ADHD Education
I still remember the first time I stumbled across an ADHD strategy that actually worked for me. It wasn’t in a textbook, a conference, or...
Braden Young
Aug 14, 20255 min read


Building a Strong ADHD Support Network
When I was first diagnosed with ADHD, I didn’t realize just how much I’d been craving connection with people who truly understood me. That changed when I joined a few online communities...there were people who “got it,” not just in theory but in lived experience.
Braden Young
Aug 11, 20256 min read


Top ADHD Tools and Resources for Adult ADHD Management
ADHD brains are wired for creativity, curiosity, and quick thinking—but focus, organization, and task follow-through? Not so much. That’s where external tools come in.
Braden Young
Jul 24, 20255 min read


How to Support a Partner with ADHD
Navigating ADHD Together: A couple holds hands, standing resilient against a chaotic swirl, symbolizing the strength and unity in...
Braden Young
Jul 15, 20256 min read


How Coaching Can Help Adults with ADHD Thrive
ADHD coaching isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about building tools that actually work for your brain. With the right support, you’re not just managing ADHD—you’re learning to thrive.
Braden Young
Jun 30, 20255 min read


Understanding the Process for an ADHD Diagnosis
An ADHD diagnosis is the owner’s manual for our turbo-charged bumper-car brains—keep the fun, skip the crashes.
Braden Young
Jun 19, 20256 min read


How to Use INCUP (Interest, Novelty, Challenge, Urgency, and Passion) to Motivate Your ADHD Brain
Struggling with ADHD motivation? INCUP (Interest, Novelty, Challenge, Urgency, Passion) boosts focus & productivity. Mix & match for success
Braden Young
Feb 2, 20256 min read


Establishing Balance as a Parent of a Neurodivergent Child
By prioritizing self-care and utilizing digital resources and flexible work options, you can effectively manage your family's needs...
Braden Young
Jan 6, 20254 min read
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