https://wisesquirrels.com/articlesADHD Wise Squirrels is the podcast, articles and tools for late-diagnosed adults with ADHD, hosted by coach and TEDx speaker Dave Delaney.en-ushttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/adhd-was-invented-in-the-1980s-by-big-pharmahttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/adhd-was-invented-in-the-1980s-by-big-pharmaFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTDid that title get your attention? I wrote it that way on purpose, but in case you’re about to move on to something else, allow me to add one thing — it’s…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/how-mindfulness-rewires-the-adhd-brainhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/how-mindfulness-rewires-the-adhd-brainMon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTADHD is primarily an executive dysfunction and emotional regulation challenge. Research shows that consistent mindfulness practice produces measurable…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/phones-are-addictive-heres-what-to-do-about-ithttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/phones-are-addictive-heres-what-to-do-about-itFri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTLet’s face it, most of us are addicted to our phones. It doesn’t help that with ADHD we can be prone to addiction. In our defense, smartphones and apps are…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/if-you-have-this-it-could-be-thathttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/if-you-have-this-it-could-be-thatMon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTIf you’re a Wise Squirrel (an adult who discovered their ADHD later in life), gaining that diagnosis probably felt like finally getting the user manual for…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/have-you-seen-the-tedx-talk-about-adhd-and-daves-root-downhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/have-you-seen-the-tedx-talk-about-adhd-and-daves-root-downFri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTWe are thrilled to announce that Dave Delaney’s highly anticipated TEDx Talk from TEDx Franklin is now available to watch on YouTube.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/free-harnessing-your-power-with-the-via-character-strengths-assessmenthttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/free-harnessing-your-power-with-the-via-character-strengths-assessmentFri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTTake this simple, 10-minute character test and discover your greatest strengths.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/bridging-the-gap-between-the-adhd-brain-and-the-modern-workplacehttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/bridging-the-gap-between-the-adhd-brain-and-the-modern-workplaceThu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTUsually, you hear our Chief Wise Squirrel, Dave Delaney, guiding you through the wild, wonderful, and sometimes chaotic world of neurodivergence on our Wise…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/will-adhd-medication-affect-creativityhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/will-adhd-medication-affect-creativitySat, 09 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTThe research suggests ADHD medication does not uniformly reduce creativity; its effects depend on the type of creativity task, dose, and the person. In…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/feeling-stuck-struggling-to-focus-this-is-for-youhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/feeling-stuck-struggling-to-focus-this-is-for-youWed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTThere’s a curious thing about running an ADHD podcast, website, newsletter, and coaching service for late-diagnosed adults with ADHD… my hyperfocus.The whole…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/understanding-adhd-symptoms-and-the-dsm-5-trhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/understanding-adhd-symptoms-and-the-dsm-5-trFri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTFor a long time, ADHD was seen strictly as a "childhood disorder." Adults who struggled with focus or restlessness were often misdiagnosed with anxiety or…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/what-20-years-of-improv-and-a-late-adhd-diagnosis-taught-me-about-resiliencehttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/what-20-years-of-improv-and-a-late-adhd-diagnosis-taught-me-about-resilienceThu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTIn 2020, the world felt like it was imploding. For me, that wasn’t just a metaphor.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/book-review-the-adhd-productivity-manual-by-ari-tuckmanhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/book-review-the-adhd-productivity-manual-by-ari-tuckmanSat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTManaging ADHD is often less about a lack of knowledge and more about a breakdown in execution. In his insightful book, The ADHD Productivity Manual, Ari…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-invisible-pipeline-why-undiagnosed-adhd-is-filling-our-prisonshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-invisible-pipeline-why-undiagnosed-adhd-is-filling-our-prisonsTue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTFor decades, the "school-to-prison pipeline" has been a focal point of social justice reform. However, a groundbreaking study from Cambridge University,…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/adhd-heroeshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/adhd-heroesTue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTI feel privileged to have been asked by Rabbi Shmuel Reich (Sam) to be a guest on his show, The ADHD Heroes Podcast. You can hit the play button above to…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/mva-minium-viable-actionhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/mva-minium-viable-actionThu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTIf you were diagnosed with ADHD later in life, there’s a good chance you’ve heard this phrase more times than you can count:https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/one-brave-reset-a-misogi-for-late-diagnosed-adultshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/one-brave-reset-a-misogi-for-late-diagnosed-adultsMon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTIf you were diagnosed with ADHD later in life, you probably carry two stories at once. One is relief. Things finally make sense. The other is grief for all…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-choice-between-love-and-fear-lessons-from-jim-carreyhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-choice-between-love-and-fear-lessons-from-jim-carreyThu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTIn a powerful and unexpectedly profound commencement address at Maharishi International University, comedic icon and fellow ADHDer, Jim Carrey, moved beyond…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-best-remedy-for-adhd-according-to-dr-eric-berghttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-best-remedy-for-adhd-according-to-dr-eric-bergSat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTI recently watched a YouTube video entitled, The Best Remedy for ADD/ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) by Dr. Eric Berg, DC, and was troubled…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/whats-up-with-adhd-and-dopaminehttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/whats-up-with-adhd-and-dopamineTue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTMotivation challenges are part of being human, but for people with ADHD, the struggle is wired much deeper. What looks like procrastination, laziness, or…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/forget-adhd-heres-how-to-discover-your-superpowerhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/forget-adhd-heres-how-to-discover-your-superpowerSat, 22 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTWhat is my superpower? You're about to find out. ADHD isn't a superpower for most of us, but we all have one. The Wise Squirrels Superpower Exercise will…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/is-it-add-or-adhd-a-straightforward-guide-for-adults-with-adhdhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/is-it-add-or-adhd-a-straightforward-guide-for-adults-with-adhdTue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTIf you’ve recently been diagnosed or you think you might be a fellow Wise Squirrel, you’ve probably asked this question: What is the difference between ADD…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/why-so-many-women-discover-their-adhd-years-too-latehttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/why-so-many-women-discover-their-adhd-years-too-lateWed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTIf you were diagnosed with ADHD as an adult woman, you’re not alone, and you’re certainly not late to the party. According to new research presented at the…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/2025-adhd-conference-networking-event-in-kansashttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/2025-adhd-conference-networking-event-in-kansasWed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTAttending the #ADHD2025 International ADHD Conference? Don't miss our casual ADHD networking event.We're excited to see CHADD, ADDA, ACO, sponsors, and…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/yes-productivity-is-complicatedhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/yes-productivity-is-complicatedTue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTIf you’ve struggled with productivity, you’re not alone. Almost everyone wishes they were more productive. But if you spent way too many years with…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/urgent-we-could-lose-accesshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/urgent-we-could-lose-accessSat, 09 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTNow more than ever, your voice matters. Together, we can raise awareness, influence policy, and drive meaningful, lasting change for our ADHD community.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/no-worrieshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/no-worriesThu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMTIf you’re a late-diagnosed adult with ADHD (hello Wise Squirrel), you probably know all too well the trap of catastrophic thinking. It might sound like:https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/jay-shetty-podcast-interview-with-dr-daniel-amenhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/jay-shetty-podcast-interview-with-dr-daniel-amenThu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMTPlease share this article to help correct the potentially harmful mistruths about ADHD.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/signs-you-could-have-adhd-and-why-entrepreneurs-need-to-get-testedhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/signs-you-could-have-adhd-and-why-entrepreneurs-need-to-get-testedSun, 13 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMTNumerous studies and analyses consistently show that around 29–35 % of entrepreneurs report ADHD, compared to roughly 4–6 % in the general adult population.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-stories-that-shape-us-and-how-to-stop-believing-themhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-stories-that-shape-us-and-how-to-stop-believing-themMon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTThere’s a concept that echoes through many mindfulness and meditation teachings — one that can feel both unsettling and liberating: the idea of no self.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/debunking-the-myths-dr-russell-barkley-responds-to-rfk-jrs-adhd-claims-in-the-maha-reporthttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/debunking-the-myths-dr-russell-barkley-responds-to-rfk-jrs-adhd-claims-in-the-maha-reportWed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTIn a detailed video commentary (below), renowned clinical psychologist and ADHD expert Dr. Russell Barkley responded to the “Make America Healthy Again”…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/have-we-been-thinking-about-adhd-all-wrong-article-is-largely-wronghttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/have-we-been-thinking-about-adhd-all-wrong-article-is-largely-wrongSat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTIn a sweeping, four-part video series, renowned ADHD expert Dr. Russell Barkley offered a scathing critique of The New York Times Magazine's recent article,…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/tuning-in-and-slowing-down-two-unlikely-adhd-focus-fixeshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/tuning-in-and-slowing-down-two-unlikely-adhd-focus-fixesWed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTADHD presents unique challenges for adults, including difficulties with attention regulation, impulsivity, and managing daily tasks. While medication and…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/factshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/factsFri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMTA new study has found that TikTok is flooded with misleading content about ADHD, potentially influencing how young people perceive and understand the…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/my-adhd-diagnosis-didnt-change-mehttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/my-adhd-diagnosis-didnt-change-meFri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMTI’m excited to share that I was featured on Shimmer’s Brainwaves Podcast, and you can tune into our whole conversation below. If you’re unfamiliar with…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/how-to-never-sleep-in-againhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/how-to-never-sleep-in-againMon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMTFor many of us late-diagnosed adults with ADHD—our "Wise Squirrel" community—mornings can feel like navigating a dense forest before we've even had our first…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/making-sense-of-executive-functionshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/making-sense-of-executive-functionsThu, 26 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTIt's weird to think that it wasn't that long ago when I first heard the term "executive function," I would immediately imagine the fancy first-class dinner…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/uu4qmtbwp4pndasqser5guphif3qfehttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/uu4qmtbwp4pndasqser5guphif3qfeThu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTFinding the perfect workspace can feel impossible—especially when you’re managing ADHD. Distractions can seem endless whether you’re working from home or in…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/break-free-from-your-phone-mindfulness-techniques-for-digital-balance-with-jon-kabat-zinnhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/break-free-from-your-phone-mindfulness-techniques-for-digital-balance-with-jon-kabat-zinnMon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTBreaking Smartphone Habits with Jon Kabat-Zinn’s Mindfulness in the Digital Age.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-punk-rock-anthem-adhd-creativity-and-the-quest-for-connectionhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/the-punk-rock-anthem-adhd-creativity-and-the-quest-for-connectionMon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTYour Chief Wise Squirrel, just thirty-five years before his ADHD diagnosis.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/can-a-retreat-help-adults-with-adhdhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/can-a-retreat-help-adults-with-adhdMon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMTIn a fast-paced world filled with distractions, finding time to reset and recharge is more important than ever. For adults managing challenges like ADHD,…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/loneliness-and-adhd-a-complex-connection-worth-exploringhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/loneliness-and-adhd-a-complex-connection-worth-exploringMon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMTIn recent discussions about neurodiversity, the intersection of ADHD and loneliness has emerged as an intriguing yet under-explored topic. Adults with ADHD…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/what-should-you-do-if-your-boss-has-adhdhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/what-should-you-do-if-your-boss-has-adhdMon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMTI recently delivered my ADHD-inspired Root Down keynote presentation at the Wisconsin Library Association's annual conference. I hold a special place in my…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/is-adhd-a-superpower-it-dependshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/is-adhd-a-superpower-it-dependsMon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMTLet me preface this article by stating that I believe everyone has a superpower. If you want to find out what yours is, read this article next.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/bart-lisa-and-calvinhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/bart-lisa-and-calvinMon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMTAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals differently depending on the presentation and…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/does-low-level-laser-therapy-work-for-adhd-a-warning-about-photobiomodulationhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/does-low-level-laser-therapy-work-for-adhd-a-warning-about-photobiomodulationMon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMTDr. Russell Barkley, a well-known and respected ADHD expert, offers a detailed critique of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), also known as photobiomodulation…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/were-on-the-news-about-adhd-awareness-monthhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/were-on-the-news-about-adhd-awareness-monthMon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMTIn recognition of ADHD Awareness Month, Nikki Hauser and her team at News Channel 5 spotlighted the challenges and experiences of adults living with ADHD,…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/understanding-adhd-in-adults-insights-from-the-world-federation-of-adhd-international-consensus-statementhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/understanding-adhd-in-adults-insights-from-the-world-federation-of-adhd-international-consensus-statementMon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTADHD has long been recognized as a neurodevelopmental disorder primarily associated with childhood. However, recent evidence underscores its persistence into…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/can-entrepreneurs-and-marketing-professionals-thrive-with-adhdhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/can-entrepreneurs-and-marketing-professionals-thrive-with-adhdWed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMTJoin our Chief Wise Squirrel, Dave Delaney, as he is interviewed and featured on Constant Contact’s Be a Marketer with Dave Charest podcast.https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/do-adhd-medications-for-adults-work-i-found-out-treading-waterhttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/do-adhd-medications-for-adults-work-i-found-out-treading-waterMon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMTDo ADHD stimulants work? I had some side effects early on, and then I switched doses until my doctor felt they were working better, but I never knew until…https://wisesquirrels.com/articles/understanding-adhd-a-comprehensive-overview-from-pbs-vitalshttps://wisesquirrels.com/articles/understanding-adhd-a-comprehensive-overview-from-pbs-vitalsMon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMTThe modern age is often criticized for shortening our attention spans. Still, this episode of "PBS Vitals" delves deeper into whether our distractions are…