Until we understand the connection between ADHD and depression — and how we can successfully treat both in conjunction — the task of managing ADHD and depression at the same time is overwhelming.
, and schizophrenia — share genetic commonalities. Scientists have identified four places in genes, mostly related to the regulation of calcium in brain cells, that lead to an increased risk of having all five of these disorders.These findings focus on a few genetic overlaps, and there are likely hundreds of genes involved in each condition, as well as forces unrelated to genetics. But this research is a step in the right direction.
showed that women diagnosed with ADHD as young adults, as opposed to during childhood, are more likely to attempt suicide or engage in self-harm. Since many women aren’t diagnosed until later in life — keeping their symptoms in check until they experience overwhelming and disorienting life changes, like college or pregnancy — they are at risk for the serious psychological implications of a late diagnosis.
In high school, I lost homework and textbooks regularly, I had trouble following lessons, and I missed club meetings. As a girl who deeply cared about succeeding at school, I blamed myself for my missteps and oversights. I felt powerless and depressed. How does this work in practice? Let’s say I lose my keys, which is a routine occurrence. Instead of thinking, “I’m such an idiot. I can’t believe I lost my keys again! What’s wrong with me?” I am gentler with myself. I reason: “It’s OK. It happens. I’m going to come up with a new system for keeping track of them — maybe I’ll buy a bigger keychain.”are so tempting to indulge, yet challenging these feelings — which takes practice, believe me — is an instant mood brightener.
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