Pathways Neuropsychology Associates

10/17/2025

What is ADHD Masking?
With ADHD, many often find ways to hide their symptoms to fit in or manage daily expectations. You may try to appear calm and organized or spend extra time preparing to avoid mistakes. And this is known as ADHD masking. So, below, we explore why people with ADHD mask their symptoms, what it can look like, and ways to cope more comfortably in your daily life.
Why Do People Mask Their ADHD?
ADHD masking often starts as a way to cope. Many with ADHD learn early on in their lives that their behavior is judged against certain expectations.

You may have been told to “try harder,” “sit still,” or “pay attention,” so hiding your natural traits becomes a way to avoid criticism or fit in.

As such, masking can continue into adulthood in both work and social settings, especially when individuals with ADHD fear being seen as unreliable or disorganized.
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With ADHD, many often find ways to hide their symptoms to fit in or manage daily expectations. You may try to appear calm and organized or spend extra time preparing to avoid mistakes. And this is known as ADHD masking. So, below, we explore why people with ADHD mask their symptoms, what it can look...

10/09/2025

3 COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT) TECHNIQUES
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is one of the most effective and well-established ways to improve our mental health. It’s based on the simple idea that the way we think shapes how we feel and act. By noticing and adjusting unhelpful thought patterns, we can manage our emotions more effectively and respond to challenges in healthier ways.

In this article, we look at three practical CBT techniques that can be used in our daily lives to improve our mental well-being.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is one of the most effective and well-established ways to improve our mental health. It’s based on the simple idea that the way we think shapes how we feel and act.

08/15/2025

What Is CBT and How Does It Work?
It is easy to slip into a cycle of unhelpful and negative thoughts or familiar mental habits that weigh you down. However, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers a straightforward, hands-on way to break these patterns. In this article, we will explore what CBT is, how it works, and why it could be a good option for you or someone close to you.
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CBT takes a goal-focused approach, helping you to identify any unhelpful thinking patterns, change your perspective, and build healthier responses.

08/08/2025

IS STRESS TAKING OVER YOUR LIFE? HERE’S HOW THERAPY CAN HELP
Stress is a normal part of life. But when it starts to feel like it’s always there, creeping into your thoughts, disrupting your sleep, or leaving you constantly on edge, it can take a real toll.

From burnout at work to difficulty concentrating, chronic stress can make even simple tasks feel much harder than they should. If stress is starting to affect your ability to function or enjoy life, therapy can be a powerful tool to help you regain balance and control. So, here are five key ways that therapy can help you manage and reduce stress.

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https://www.pathwaysneuropsychology.com/is-stress-taking-over-your-life-heres-how-therapy-can-help/

Stress is a normal part of life. But when it starts to feel like it’s always there, creeping into your thoughts, disrupting your sleep, or leaving you constantly on edge, it can take a real toll.

06/13/2025

ADHD & DEMENTIA: IS THERE A LINK?
ADHD is often thought of as a childhood condition, but for many, it carries on well into adulthood and even later life. Recently, researchers have begun exploring whether there is a link between ADHD and an increased risk of developing dementia later in life. Below, we will take a closer look at what we know so far.
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https://www.pathwaysneuropsychology.com/adhd-dementia-is-there-a-link/

06/02/2025

ADHD and Decision Fatigue: Why Even Small Choices Can Feel Overwhelming

Ever found yourself standing in front of the fridge, completely stuck on the simple question: “What’s for breakfast?” Or maybe you’ve scrolled through Netflix for what feels like forever, unable to choose, until the whole thing just feels exhausting. If you have ADHD, that kind of overwhelm might feel all too familiar. So, let’s take a closer look at this experience—known as decision fatigue—and explore why it hits especially hard for those with ADHD.
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https://www.pathwaysneuropsychology.com/adhd-and-decision-fatigue-why-even-small-choices-can-feel-overwhelming/

05/09/2025

IS TIKTOK SPREADING MISINFORMATION ABOUT ADHD?
TikTok is rife with content about ADHD, but is it telling us the whole story? While the platform has helped people to learn more about ADHD and connect over shared experiences, it’s also led to some serious misinformation. Relying only on viral trends for health guidance isn’t always safe. In this article, we explore why it is important to access accurate information and point you toward support you can actually trust.

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https://www.pathwaysneuropsychology.com/is-tiktok-spreading-misinformation-about-adhd/

TikTok is rife with content about ADHD, but is it telling us the whole story? While the platform has helped people to learn more about ADHD and connect over shared experiences, it’s also led to some serious misinformation

04/04/2025

ADHD in Women: Why It’s Often Misdiagnosed
While the classic signs and symptoms of ADHD are often quickly identified in boys, women may face a different experience. Their symptoms can manifest in ways that are less obvious and more easily misinterpreted. This can lead to insufficient recognition and understanding and a potentially delayed or even missed diagnosis. In this article, we take a closer look at how ADHD presents differently in women and why it’s often overlooked.
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While the classic signs and symptoms of ADHD are often quickly identified in boys, women may face a different experience

02/21/2025

ADHD AND PROCRASTINATION: 6 TIPS TO OVERCOME IT
Lots of us find ourselves procrastinating from time to time. But for individuals with ADHD, this can be a common problem. ADHD can make it tough to start and complete tasks, which can cause frustration and overwhelm.

Luckily, there are ways to help manage these difficulties. In this article, we discuss six actionable tips to help you overcome procrastination and remain focused on what you are doing.

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Lots of us find ourselves procrastinating from time to time. But for individuals with ADHD, this can be a common problem. ADHD can make it

02/11/2025

How to Recognize ADHD Symptoms in Adults: It’s Never Too Late to Seek Support

A lot of adults live with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) without even realizing it. They might overlook the challenges they face every day, blaming them on other factors. What makes it more complicated is that, unlike in children, ADHD symptoms in adults can be harder to spot. So, let’s take a closer look at how to recognize ADHD in adults and why seeking the relevant help and support is so important.

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https://www.pathwaysneuropsychology.com/how-to-recognize-adhd-symptoms-in-adults-its-never-too-late-to-seek-support/

12/16/2024

ADHD BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ADULTS LIVING WITH ADHD

The New York Times article titled “6 Books for Adults Living With A.D.H.D.” by Hope Reese discusses the challenges adults face with A.D.H.D. and highlights the importance of books in understanding and managing the condition.

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These books can help individuals decide whether to seek a diagnosis and offer support to those close to someone with A.D.H.D.

12/02/2024

Can Stress Cause Alzheimer's?

Alzheimer’s disease and stress are often linked together and discussed in the news, generating varying degrees of interest and worry. And current research indicates that stress may contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease, even if it’s not a direct cause. After all, chronic stress affects our brains in many ways. So, what should you know?
Below, we explore how stress impacts our brain health and consider what we can do to protect ourselves.
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https://www.pathwaysneuropsychology.com/can-stress-cause-alzheimers/

Alzheimer’s disease and stress are often linked together and discussed in the news, generating varying degrees of interest and worry. And current research indicates that stress may contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease, even if it’s not a direct cause. After all, chronic stress af...