TL;DR: The DBT skill STOP helps you take a mindful pause before reacting when emotions run high. By learning to stop, step back, observe, and proceed mindfully, you can respond with clarity instead of regret. Have you ever said or done something in the heat of the moment that you later wished you hadn’t? The […]
Introduction Have you ever felt like your brain's wiring is a bit different from others? Maybe you've noticed you process information, react to emotions, or handle tasks differently from your family, friends, people at work or school.
So, you've just been handed the ADHD label in your adult life, huh? Well, welcome to the club! As a therapist who not only chats about ADHD but also lives it (surprise diagnosis party in my late 30s!), I get how topsy-turvy this rollercoaster can feel.
My Personal Story of Diagnosing ADHD in Children Hi, my name is Robert, and I wear a few different hats in life. I'm a professional therapist, which means I’ve spent countless hours learning about the intricacies of the human mind.