Just Human ADHD

Video description If you have ADHD and you’re taking, considering, or hearing about medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro, there’s one unexpected effect people keep talking about: less food noise, fewer cravings, and sometimes feeling more focused. In this video, I take a closer look at what people with ADHD are actually reporting, what current research says about GLP-1 receptor agonists,...

ADHD imposter syndrome is that gap between what everyone sees and the chaos you feel inside. Here is why it happens. If you have ADHD, you likely know the feeling of keeping it all together while secretly drowning. This video explores the reality of living behind the ADHD mask, where external success is often fueled by a quiet internal struggle. We look at the unseen panic, the constant overthinki...

What if ADHD stimulants like Adderall or Vyvanse aren’t an option for you? Maybe stimulants cause side effects you can’t tolerate. Maybe there are concerns about misuse or addiction. Or maybe you have cardiovascular risks and your medical provider has recommended avoiding stimulant ADHD medication. The good news is that stimulants aren’t the only evidence-based treatment options for ADHD. In this...

Does centanafadine cause PSSD? That's the question I got flooded with after the SIMTRIYO video, so this one goes deep on the actual serotonin question nobody answered. Centanafadine works differently than a standard SSRI, but different isn't the same as risk free. In this video I break down what post SSRI sexual dysfunction actually is, why the serotonin hypothesis of depression is more contested...

"Hey, can we talk later?" If you have ADHD, you know exactly how fast six ordinary words can build an entire catastrophe in your head. That sudden danger signal, the tightening chest, the story your brain writes to explain why you feel attacked — and then hours later, you discover none of it was true. So why did it feel so real? In this video, I share what happened when my wife said eight simple w...

ADHD restlessness is one of the most misunderstood symptoms, and if you've ever been told to "just relax" or "calm down," you know exactly how frustrating that is. In this video, I break down what ADHD restlessness actually is, why your brain won't stop even when everything is done, and how adult ADHD turns childhood hyperactivity into something internal. For years, I thought this constant restles...

SIMTRIYO (centanafadine) was just approved by the FDA on July 24, 2026, the first new ADHD medication mechanism in decades. Here's what changed since my last video, including the surprising FDA classification, trial results, side effects, and what this means for ADHD treatment going forward. ⏱ Timestamps: 0:00 — I've been waiting months to make this 0:15 — Quick recap: what SIMTRIYO is 0:58 — Why...

There are no official adult ADHD diagnosis standards? Learn why adult ADHD assessment remains inconsistent and what that means for your care. ADHD diagnosis shouldn't be a lottery, but the research shows it often is. 📌 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — No Clinical Guidelines for Adult ADHD 0:49 — Three People, Three Completely Different Diagnoses 1:54 — What the Research Actually Says 3:14 — Are Computerized Tes...

Have you ever experienced an impending sense of doom for no reason? Discover how to process this heavy, unexplained anxiety. This video explores the reality of living with an impending sense of doom and how t may relate to your ADHD. If you have ever felt like something terrible is about to happen without any logical cause, you are not alone. We examine this specific emotional state, discussing ho...

Most people are arguing about daylight savings like it's just an inconvenience. But if you have ADHD, permanent DST isn't just annoying, it's biologically incompatible with how your brain regulates dopamine and sleep. This video connects four things nobody in the public conversation is linking together: why ADHD brains are already circadian-delayed, how dopamine and your internal clock are one sys...

In this video I break down 5 ADHD coping mechanisms nobody talks about and every single one backed by real neuroscience: The standard ADHD advice, body doubling, the five-minute rule, brain dumps, is everywhere. And if you're like me, you've tried it and thought "okay, now what?" 📝 The Done List — why writing down what you DID releases dopamine when to-do lists drain it 👟 Don't Take Your Shoes O...

You're not weird. You have ADHD. From the drawer full of barely used notebooks to the one small spoon you will wash rather than use a large one — these strange daily habits aren't random quirks. They're your ADHD brain adapting, compensating, and surviving. Here are five habits nobody talks about, explained. I'm not a doctor. This is not medical advice. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos on ADHD, rela...

Why did no one catch your ADHD? Because everyone, including you, was looking for the wrong signs. Not the textbook hyperactive kid. The gifted student who aced tests but never did homework. The creative adult with brilliant ideas who can't execute. The person who feels everything so intensely that minor setbacks feel like catastrophes. If you were diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, this video is for...

Understanding ADHD in relationships is often confusing. Learn why small interactions trigger big emotional reactions for your partner. If you are dating someone with ADHD, you may feel lost when simple conversations escalate into intense conflict. This video explains the internal experience of having ADHD, helping you distinguish between typical relationship friction and neurodivergent processing...

Can AI be used as a body double for ADHD? Body doubling is one of those ADHD tools that can sound almost too simple: having another person present while you work can make it easier to start, stay focused, and follow through. But in the age of AI, what happens when that “other person” is a chatbot? In this video, I look at ADHD body doubling, why it helps, and where AI tools like ChatGPT might fit...

Woman with ADHD just present different and this means a lot of them fall through the cracks never being diagnosed and receiving treatment. Our latest discussion challenges common perceptions, suggesting that what often appears as anxiety or sensitivity in women could actually be adhd symptoms in women. This video delves into how the typical stereotype of adhd women often misses the true picture, h...

A new 2026 study found that ADHD has 9 adhd symptom categories, but only 3 are fully represented in the diagnostic criteria used to diagnose you. This video breaks down all 9, including the 6 that are missing or barely mentioned in the DSM: disorganization, forgetfulness, activation (executive dysfunction), emotional dysregulation, time blindness, and sleep. If you've ever felt like your diagnosis...

Some cartoon characters just hit a little too close to home. Ever wonder why you relate so much to a chaotic animated person? This cartoon video explores five characters that resonate with individuals experiencing adhd symptoms, even before understanding what attention deficit hyperactivity disorder truly was. We dive into the world of animation and personal connection, including a nod to the simp...

ADHD is real, but not everyone treats it that way. This video addresses the common experience of emotional invalidation faced by individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, particularly in adults. Through understanding typical adhd symptoms, we can better educate those around us and promote mental health awareness. This is a crucial step for personal growth and fostering a more unde...

ADHD and childhood trauma can create a cycle that a lot of people live through, but very few people talk about clearly. This video explores how ADHD can be heritable, passed down through generations not just genetically, but also through family stress and emotional regulation challenges. We discuss key findings on ADHD in children and parents, highlighting repeating patterns and coping mechanisms...

A new 2026 JAMA Psychiatry brain imaging study found that ADHD may not be one single brain pattern. Researchers identified three ADHD biotypes linked to different brain-network patterns, including emotional dysregulation, hyperactive/impulsive symptoms, and inattentive symptoms. In this video, I break down what the study actually found, why this does not mean ADHD now has three official new diagno...

Most people only see ADHD from the outside. The DSM-5 is the same way. It defines ADHD by “symptoms” that are actually medical signs, things other people can observe, instead of the internal symptoms we actually live with. In this video, I break down the difference between signs and symptoms, show how the DSM-5 quietly rewired ADHD into a list of “bad behaviors,” and explain why that creates so mu...

ADHD excuse or explanation? Let’s talk about how ADHD becomes a shield to avoid vulnerability. People tell us we “use ADHD as an excuse.” In this video, I’m admitting something hard: they’re not totally wrong… but not in the way they think. I walk through how a lot of us use ADHD as a shield, not to dodge responsibility, but to dodge something way scarier: being fully seen. If you grew up feeling...

ADHD can turn one small mistake into a full-on shame spiral. - You’re late once… - You forget something… - You misread a text… And your brain instantly goes: - “I’m a failure.” - “I’m the worst.” - “I always do this.” In this video, I’ll show you a simple ADHD mindset shift that stops that spiral fast: Think like a GPS. When you miss a turn, your GPS doesn’t shame you. It doesn’t bring up every mi...