LeAnn Levering, LCSW

@leveringmind
16 Followers
1 Following
107 Posts
Therapist & trainer for all things adult ADHD!
Find out more at www.leveringmind.com
Websitehttps://leveringmind.com/
Adult ADHD Classhttps://learnadhd.com/

A lot of what we understand about ADHD in women and girls exists because women researchers pushed the field to look beyond the “hyperactive boy” stereotype.

Really interesting read about the people changing #ADHD research: https://chadd.org/adhd-news/adhd-news-adults/adhd-weekly-leading-the-change-women-advancing-adhd-research/

A growing number of adults in their 40s, 50s, and beyond are discovering something unexpected: the “cognitive chaos” they blamed on aging may actually be undiagnosed #ADHD.

Better recognition could change how people experience aging & get the help they deserve.

https://www.theatlantic.com/health/2026/02/adhd-aging-midlife-brain/686131/?gift=ZSO37n2QpnAuiM2ugNCuvHl6fQrJbPTpa1xsQ9nZcmE&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share

Is It Aging, or Is It ADHD?

Middle-aged Americans are considering a new possible explanation for their slowing brain.

The Atlantic

Ever thought you were being clear, only to realize they heard something completely different?

Maybe it’s NOT your communication deficit.
Maybe it’s a mismatch in communication styles.

Join @anitarobertsonlcsw and me at #NeuroDiversion in Austin for a session entitled "Misunderstood to Effective: Strengthening Communication for Authentic Connection."

Different brains. Different styles. Real connection.

#ADHD #autism
https://www.neurodiversion.org/

Our culture judges sleep habits, which can steal focus, peace, and even connection. You don’t need to apologize for protecting your attention and rest — your sleep pattern is part of your wellbeing, not a performance metric.

https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/relationships/sleep-shame-how-to-fix-e93dad35?st=2xmRTq&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink

Our attention is finite & social media is engineered to capture it. And scrolling isn’t rest; it’s draining. Choosing what not to engage with may be one of the most important attention skills we can build.

#ADHD https://www.wsj.com/tech/personal-tech/critical-ignoring-social-media-7e236f52?st=XG5cYp&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink

Your ADHD brain exists in a larger context of your body, and a growing research base on women with #ADHD shows that hormones matter. We need hormone-informed ADHD care that takes into account women’s monthly cycles & hormonal changes over the life cycle. https://www.additudemag.com/cycle-syncing-adhd-meds-womens-treatment-study/
Negative Mood, ADHD Symptoms Intensify with Menstruation: Study

Many women report fluctuating mood and ADHD symptoms during their menstrual cycle. Now, a new treatment study explores cycle syncing and the impact of hormones on amphetamine efficacy.

ADDitude
Great column about being a later-diagnosed #ADHD woman! Whether you’re diagnosed or still wondering, it’s never too late to understand yourself better. https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/in-my-forties-i-found-out-i-have-adhdmaybe-you-do-too-c6fa3f84?st=f3CwJ4&reflink=article_copyURL_share
TONIGHT! Free presentation about #ADHD & emotions at ADDA-SR. Please register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/u2geMtiFTkaFQdQIYQCwyA
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate Black culture, achievements, and voices across all communities. CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD) is highlighting stories, podcasts, articles, and resources that honor Black leaders, advocates, families, and lived experiences in the #ADHD community. https://chadd.org/black-history-month/
Black History Month - CHADD

Black Americans are diagnosed with ADHD more often than other groups, but they often face barriers to receiving the health services they need.

CHADD

ADHD doesn’t discriminate, but too many Black individuals still face barriers to diagnosis, support, and care due to stigma, bias, and lack of representation. It’s time for a change.

This month, ADDA is offering a FREE 30-day membership, plus programming about disparities in ADHD diagnosis & advocacy, and more.

Your story matters. Representation matters. Equity in care matters.

Let’s build a more inclusive #ADHD community -- together.
https://add.org/black-history-month/