What Is ADHD Hyperfixation? Why You Can’t Stop Thinking About That One Thing
ADHD is often linked to distractibility—but for many, the opposite is also true. Hyperfixation is a lesser-known experience where the ADHD brain becomes intensely focused on a single interest or task, often to the exclusion of everything else. In this post, we explore what ADHD hyperfixation is, why it happens, how to recognize it, and strategies to manage it without losing what makes it powerful.
Dissociation: The Lesser-Discussed Symptom of ADHD
When we think of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), symptoms like impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity often come to mind. However, there's a lesser-discussed symptom of ADHD that many people may not be aware of: dissociation. Francesca Wehr, LCSW Mental Health Counseling explores the connection between ADHD and dissociation, why it occurs, and how to recognize and manage it.
