<h1 id="4fe4838f-4221-4350-84e2-888808c82ac6" data-toc-id="4fe4838f-4221-4350-84e2-888808c82ac6">So... What Is ADHD, Really?</h1>(It’s more than being “distracted” or “hyper”)Let’s get one thing clear:ADHD is a neurodevelopmental difference. It’s not about being lazy, rude, or careless. It’s about how our brains are wired — and those wires run a little differently.<h2 id="3aecd2fe-13e8-4758-ae30-076f55c7bd3a" data-toc-id="3aecd2fe-13e8-4758-ae30-076f55c7bd3a">Neurotypical vs. Neurodivergent Brains 🧠</h2>If you don’t have ADHD, your brain is what’s called neurotypical. If you do have ADHD, your brain is neurodivergent — which just means it processes, thinks, and functions differently.And this isn’t just a feeling or behavior thing… It’s visible on brain scans. Yep — MRI studies show real, measurable differences in ADHD brains.For Example: The Prefrontal CortexThis part of your brain:<ul><li>Regulates attention, emotions, and behavior</li><li>Helps with working memory</li><li>Controls impulses (like interrupting or saying something without thinking)</li></ul>👉 In ADHD brains, the prefrontal cortex is smaller and develops more slowly. That’s not a failure — it’s a neurological reality.<h2 id="9ada7e3d-fc72-42f8-9b62-5762e1d46bfe" data-toc-id="9ada7e3d-fc72-42f8-9b62-5762e1d46bfe">ADHD Brains Are Low on Important Chemicals 😬</h2>Your brain runs on chemicals and hormones to function smoothly. In ADHD, we’re running low on some key ones:<ul><li>Dopamine – the "feel-good" motivator (reward, pleasure, drive)</li><li>Serotonin – mood stabilizer and emotional regulation</li><li>Norepinephrine – regulates focus, alertness, and that “fight or flight” response</li></ul>Low levels of these = 🌀 Emotional swings 🚧 Trouble focusing 📉 Low motivation 🔥 Quick to overwhelm or burnout<h2 id="e2493e5d-312e-47df-aad3-21bea554b738" data-toc-id="e2493e5d-312e-47df-aad3-21bea554b738">Plus: Brain Connectivity Runs Differently</h2>The ADHD brain’s connectivity networks don’t always sync up as efficiently. This can make tasks like planning, organizing, switching focus, or remembering things extra challenging — especially if we don’t know what’s going on inside our own heads.<h1 id="59293707-2feb-474e-84ba-855fa67cf9d2" data-toc-id="59293707-2feb-474e-84ba-855fa67cf9d2">The 3 Types of ADHD (Yes, There Are Types!)</h1><h2 id="1142766c-16cc-48bb-8777-9a23753748e1" data-toc-id="1142766c-16cc-48bb-8777-9a23753748e1">1. Inattentive Type – 20–30% of cases</h2>This one often flies under the radar, especially in girls or quieter kids.Common signs:<ul><li>Constant daydreaming</li><li>Starting but not finishing tasks</li><li>Making “careless” mistakes</li><li>Losing things, forgetting stuff</li><li>Zoned out in conversations</li></ul><h2 id="0ae8caab-bce5-497f-8fb6-2e6edd375b8e" data-toc-id="0ae8caab-bce5-497f-8fb6-2e6edd375b8e">2. Hyperactive/Impulsive Type – 15% of cases</h2>The least common, but most recognized. Why? Because it’s loud and noticeable (think: bouncing-off-the-walls energy).You might:<ul><li>Struggle to sit still</li><li>Talk non-stop</li><li>Interrupt or blurt things out</li><li>Act without thinking</li><li>Be accident-prone (rushing, climbing, crashing)</li></ul><h2 id="4f6f8b8c-3e4c-4738-933d-e87d6ec8d517" data-toc-id="4f6f8b8c-3e4c-4738-933d-e87d6ec8d517">3. Combined Type – 50–75% of cases</h2>This is the most common presentation — a mix of both inattentive and hyperactive traits. You might experience both inner restlessness and distraction. It can feel like your brain is both overactive and checked out… all at once.<h2 id="869cd342-a4fd-4db2-9788-a387257174d4" data-toc-id="869cd342-a4fd-4db2-9788-a387257174d4">So... Which One Are You?</h2>Knowing your ADHD type is a game-changer: 🎯 It helps you understand your challenges 🛠️ It helps you choose the right strategies 🚀 And it gives you a starting point for your coaching journey<h1 id="1f3790e5-5225-4ed1-9888-1395c2630c38" data-toc-id="1f3790e5-5225-4ed1-9888-1395c2630c38">ADHD Is Real. ADHD Is Valid.</h1>And with the right support — you can absolutely thrive.Let’s drop the shame and confusion, and replace it with awareness, self-knowledge, and tools that work for your unique brain.If you relate to this, chances are it’s because you do not understand your ADHD brain and how to work with it! Check out <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.beingmewithadhd.co.uk/">my community</a> with certified ADHD coaches at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.google.com">https://www.beingmewithadhd.co.uk. Click on Link:)</a>🔁 And if this resonated — please share this with someone who needs to see it.<img style="text-align: center; width: 789px; height: auto; cursor: pointer" src="https://ezycourse.b-cdn.net/3788/cmcizpedc00gduo8z68zgg0ca.png" alt="image" draggable="true">

ADHD isn’t just distraction or hyperactivity — it’s a real neurological difference. 
Understanding your brain and the types of ADHD is the first step to building strategies that actually work.

What Is ADHD? Understanding the Brain, Types, and Real Symptoms

Neurotypical vs. Neurodivergent Brains 🧠

ADHD Brains Are Low on Important Chemicals 😬

Plus: Brain Connectivity Runs Differently

The 3 Types of ADHD (Yes, There Are Types!)

1. Inattentive Type – 20–30% of cases

2. Hyperactive/Impulsive Type – 15% of cases

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