Santa Cruz ADHD Support Group

02/27/2026

02/27/2026

💊 Are you self-medicating your without even realizing it?

It’s not just drugs or alcohol — many of us reach for caffeine, sugar, social media, or even “pseudoproductivity” to cope with ADHD frustrations. These quick fixes give brief relief, but they often cost us focus, energy, and mental clarity in the long run.

In this blog, I break down why ADHD brains crave these mini dopamine hits — and share healthier ways to get the same boost without the ""crash"" and burnout. 🌟

Read more to take control of your ADHD in a way that truly works.
👉 https://addcrusher.com/self-medicating-adhd/

02/27/2026

Why kids with ADHD have messy rooms and what parents can do to help them tackle the mess before it gets to be overwhelming.

02/25/2026

Our easy fixes and upgrades for your home are great for refreshing your home for the spring season. We’ve curated a selection of ideas that can make a big difference in your home.

Some are items and accessories you can get. Some are seasonal decor changes. Other ideas focus on fixing and upgrading simple things that can have a positive impact.

You don’t have to do them all. Pick and choose the ones you feel can make a difference this spring.

02/25/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by the political noise lately? You’re not alone. 💛
If the news has your nervous system on edge, it’s okay to pause, breathe, and focus on what you *can* control. Take care of your mental health, stay grounded in your values, and remember—you don’t have to engage in every debate to be informed or to matter.

02/25/2026

Have you been confused by the rate of ADHD diagnosis in adulthood? Learn more in our blog post linked below.
https://edgefoundation.org/why-so-many-adults-discover-adhd-late-in-life/

02/24/2026

Do any of these motivation strategies work for you?

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02/24/2026

💡 If you’re good at understanding what needs to be done
😣 but struggle with getting yourself to start…

This is who ADHD coworking is for. We’re hosting a free ADHD coworking session this Wednesday. If you’ve been stuck at the starting line, this is a good place to try again.

🔗 Sign-up using this link below 👇
adhdcollective.com/adhd-coworking-session-online/

In our sessions:
✅ You pick one realistic task
✅ We work in short, contained focus blocks
✅ Other people are quietly doing the same

No fixing yourself first. No pressure to perform.
No pretending you’re suddenly a different kind of brain.

What most people notice:
✅ Starting feels easier
✅ Their body stays calmer while working

That’s shared structure doing its job.
Borrowed structure > solo willpower.

02/23/2026

02/23/2026

🥇Congratulations, Alysa Liu! ( )

The figure skating sensation won gold for the U.S. at the 2026 Milan Winter Games. Liu, 20, has ADHD and says it allows her to “hyperfocus on skating.”

“I have ADHD and I love situations that I’m not expecting,” Liu told ESPN. “It gives me a dopamine rush.”

02/23/2026

Does your brain feel like it’s on overtime — too many ideas, too many tasks, too little clarity? That’s common with ADHD. The key isn’t trying harder. It’s designing smarter.

Learn how to:
• Set up “non-negotiable” recharge breaks (yes, they matter)
• Focus your daily work with the “Rule of 3” top tasks
• Delegate what drains you so you can lean into what energises you

Dive in at thrivewithadd.com/blog and start rewriting your workday story.

https://bit.ly/4nHey5x