If you live with ADHD, you probably know the feeling: you wake up with the best intentions, look at your day, and suddenly your brain feels like it’s buffering. A simple task feels massive. A small change in plans throws you off. Your email inbox makes your chest...
We live in a world where connection is constant. Phones buzz, inboxes fill, news feeds refresh endlessly, and notifications follow us from morning to night. The same technology that keeps us informed and connected also keeps our nervous systems on high alert. If...
Starting college is often portrayed as a thrilling chapter—a time of newfound freedom, self-discovery, and possibility. But for many first-year students, the transition feels more like being dropped into the middle of an unfamiliar ocean with no clear direction or...
Politics in the U.S. can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—constant news updates, heated debates, and division that can make even casual conversations feel stressful. If you’ve been experiencing political anxiety, you’re not alone. The weight of political events,...
Written by the Clinical Team at Avena Psychological ServicesThe Avena Psychological Services clinical team provides individualized mental health care to help people navigate anxiety, stress, relationships, and life’s challenges. Updated: 10/15/26 When...
We often hear about anxiety and ADHD as separate conditions, but did you know they frequently show up together? Many people experience high functioning anxiety and ADHD, but because they seem to “have it all together” on the surface, their struggles often go...
