Mental Health

For years, you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive,” “lazy,” or that you “just need to try harder.” You look at the classic picture of ADHD—the young boy who can’t sit still in class—and you don’t see yourself. But what if these struggles aren't evidence of a personality flaw, but the signature of a neurological reality you were never taught to recognize? What if the lens of ADHD could transform a lifetime of self-blame into one of self-understanding?

Explore the complex causes and symptoms of ADHD in this insightful guide. Untangle ADHD and gain understanding to foster self-compassion and growth.

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) stems from prolonged trauma, often in childhood, where safety and love were inconsistent. Unlike single-event PTSD, it disrupts emotional development and relationships, leading to shame, fear of abandonment, and difficulty trusting others. Survivors may struggle with emotional instability, hypervigilance, or dissociation. Healing is possible through trauma-informed therapy and supportive, safe relationships that help rebuild trust and self-worth.

Neurodiversity-affirming therapy represents a profound shift in how we understand, support, and engage with neurodivergent individuals. Moving away from the traditional pathology paradigm, this model aligns with the Neurodiversity Paradigm (NDP)—which recognizes neurocognitive differences such as autism and ADHD not as disorders to be fixed, but as natural, valid forms of human variation.

The Supreme Court is now reviewing Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy. It’s an important moment to discuss what conversion therapy really is, why it’s harmful, and the ethical issues surrounding it.

Neurodivergent kids and teens—including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological differences—have unique needs that are important to understand and support. From tailored educational approaches and structured social opportunities to mental health resources, sensory accommodations, and life skills training, these teens benefit from environments that recognize both their challenges and strengths. TTRPGs offer a unique opportunity to help neurodivergent teens bu