The brain is a complex and layered organ that operates much like a computer, but a computer that is individualized, has free will, and is deeply affected by outside forces. Because of this, no two brains are “wired” the same. This is what makes the human brain so unique and fascinating.

Our thought patterns are driven by brain waves, which also help regulate the rest of the systems in our bodies. When those brain waves become “stuck” or interrupted, the body responds in kind. ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, can be described a a dopamine dysregulation disorder. Dopamine is the chemical component that plays an important role in attention, mood, productivity, and emotional regulation. Children with ADHD often have too little dopamine, resulting in interruptions to key dopamine receptors. This makes it harder to focus, engage, and remain emotionally regulated.

Parenthood is a journey like no other. When you bring a child into your home, you make a commitment to nurture and provide for them into adulthood, which is a simple sentence to write, but much more difficult to carry out in the day to day.

Every child is uniquely wired. Even multiple children who share the same two parents and same home will all present different strengths and challenges making parenting one of the most predictably unpredictable tasks in human existence. Every parent is perfect until they bring their child home. It’s only then that most realize they don’t really know what they’re doing.