What is ADHD?

Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging, and thrilling. It affects more than just attention—it impacts every aspect of daily life. ADHD can make it difficult to stay organized, manage time effectively, and control impulses. These challenges often lead to frustration, low self-esteem, and difficulties in school, work, and personal relationships. At the same time though, people who have ADHD are often high achievers. They may have higher energy levels than their peers and are often artistic and creative.
Man with ADHD

The science behind depression

What is ADHD exactly? Is it a set of symptoms, (that every genZ is dealing with at the moment?) Or is it in fact a neurological condition? Do the brains of people with ADD function in a measurably different way?
The answer, as you might imagine is complex. Although science tends to think of ADD as a difference in the way the brain functions, and that is why stimulant medication is often the go-to treatment, in reality, things are more complicated…
People with the same set of symptoms may have very different ‘brain maps’.
Image of a smiling girl, representing the challenges of focus and impulsivity associated with ADD, despite her outward positivity.
Jenny

Jenny thinks she has ADD. Jenny can’t focus, her mind is constantly racing, throwing her off track. She has no patience to properly consider the consequences of her actions, and instead acts impulsive and often regrets it.

A smiling boy with a cheerful expression, embodying a sense of joy and positivity.

Mike

Mike thinks he has ADD. Mike can’t focus, he constantly spaces out and his mind wanders. He has a hard time thinking through decisions properly, and as a result, feels overwhelmed and acts impulsively.
Jenny
Jenny

Jennys frontal lobes are hyperaroused. Jenny has too much beta activity in her frontal lobe. Beta is a busy brain wave. This keeps jennys frontal lobe overactive and won’t allow her to calm down and focus normally. Jenny needs to learn to calm down her frontal lobe.

Mike

Mikes frontal lobes are under aroused. There is too much Theta activity there and that is why Mike has such a difficult time focusing. Theta is a sleepy brainwave. Mike needs to learn to wake up his frontal lobe.
As you can see, 2 people, similar symptoms caused by completely different neurological patterns.

The science behind depression

NeuroClinic understands that every brain is unique and each brain needs a different type of session. At NeuroClinic, we assess and then develop a personalized plan for Mike to teach him how to stimulate his brain, and a different plan for Jenny, teaching her how to slow down and pay attention. We also develop custom plans for Dora, Tony, Alex and we are excited to make one for you.

Neurofeedback therapy is where you learn how to create healthier brain patterns.

We would love to get to know you and your brain, so we can get you started on your neurofeedback journey to better brain health.

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