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Hello new brains and hearts!

If you found us through this TED talk, welcome My name is Jessica, my husband’s name is Edward (yep, that man I was engaged to -- we’re married now!) and we produce the YouTube channel How to ADHD. It’s a fun and educational resource that provides science-based info and helpful strategies for ADHD brains and the hearts who love them.

I started the channel as a way to understand my own brain, but since then it’s grown and helped thousands of ot...hers. The response we’ve gotten has been so overwhelming that we are now committed not only to continuing to create these resources, but to make them forever free and easily accessible so that no one ever has to struggle alone.

It’s a LOT of work, but we’re able to do it mostly because of our tireless volunteers and the support we get through Patreon (patreon.com/howtoadhd). It’s because of our Patreon supporters that we are able to take time off work to create this content and go do this TED talk, and it’s because of our volunteers that the talk and this community is as strong as it is. (THANK YOU!!!!)

Feel free to poke around! I've created a playlist for new brains and hearts to check out what we do here – it's kind of like a How to ADHD starter kit! You can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch…

You can also check out our website with all our videos here: howtoadhd.com

Hugs!!

Jessica

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What It's Really Like to Live With ADHD
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"I was tired of trying, of putting more effort into life than everyone else and falling farther and farther behind." — Jessica McCabe, How to ADHD

Dying under piles of unfinished projects, worksheets, and essays? #HomeworkTips to the rescue!
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Barry Densford
· February 9, 2018
Being an adult with ADD has been a struggle from the start. I have always had to work harder and longer than the next person in line. During my grade school years, I attended a Saturday school to help... control and learn how to make my brain function in order to learn. Routine routine routine. This is how I live constantly and very few understand. I am a successful trainer within a very large industry and company. Using all of the skills and knowledge of learning I am able to transfer knowledge to those around me, who pay attention. The struggle is real though. I have to train my leaders to help me grasp what is being said to me. I joking tell them,"make sure you tell me twice," because I never get it the first time. I am ecstatic that I found a source via Facebook that is providing help and guidance for those to help achieve life goals. Kudos to you Jessica. See More
Chris Simcoe
· April 7, 2018
As an adult who didn't discover the problems that affected me until I'd passed the apex of my young adult life, these videos have honestly been a life saver helping me transition into a more positive ...mindset and a more fulfilling lifestyle.

Though it has only been 6 months since my medication and 8 months since my diagnosis, I still have a lot of work to do but knowing there is a community out there and knowing that we have Jessica and her partner to help has made me infinitely more comfortable with myself and how my future will benefit from the lessons learned here.

Thank you again for the videos you make, the lessons you share and for helping build a community of like minded individuals. Between this and the reddit community I'll never be alone again. See More
Glenn Davis Jr
· March 7, 2018
Hello, I stumbled across your Ted Talk a few weeks ago and have been obsessed with the content you and your wonderful team are creating. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, and brain. I am 44 yea...rs old and was "official" at 43 (1 year ago this month). I am a working professional and always knew I had "something" (special) going on upstairs. Was diagnosed with many things including depression and anxiety, but those never settled well with me. I was lucky and figured out some things to be successful. I have a wife and 3 kids, 2 boys and a girl. My boys are part of our tribe, but my wife and daughter are not which makes family dinners fun!! I would love to talk to you about any opportunities to help others if possible. I am also not in the medical field but love coaching and feel I have some things to share on a positive, self worth level. Take care and keep doing what you do.. PLEASE! See More
Lily Bargheon
· February 1, 2018
I am so thankful to you because you help me better understand myself and maybe connect with people who share the same struggles I'm going through. This really help more than the doctors here ever help...ed me with those difficulties and I wish like you I'll have a medication so I can go on with my life, finish my projects, get a job, etc. You gave me hope it can be easier someday and have a chance at a beautiful life. Thank you again, and never forget that you are making a real difference in this world. Keep it up! ❤️❤️❤️ See More
Salma Fadel
· February 5, 2018
Someone I know shared your Ted Talk and it blew me away! I no longer feel like a total failure, I now know I just need help! Still don't really know what I want to do or how to do it but I now know I'...m not alone! Still don't know where to get help from (I don't live in the US) but I'm starting with watching your amazing videos in the YouTube recommended order and reading many of the links you've shared. I have a new goal because of you... Understand and be understood! Thank you!!! See More
Jaymi Loobey
· January 21, 2018
I am thirty-five and I watched this video just the other day. I remember thinking how can this lady know all about my life? Her life was mine up until high school graduation. My family never accepted ...ADHD as anything more than a reason to drug up a child so I have never been evaluated for it but now I think I will at least ask. Thank you so much for sharing this video. It may save me and a lot of other people years more of additional failure and grief. See More
Adam Kirschenmann
· March 5, 2018
Been adhd since I was 5 yrs old when my school I was attending had deemed me to be special needs. Thankfully my mom fought for me to be in a normal classroom.

I’m now 34 and I still think my mind re...sembles the movie twister. But like the movie I am chasing the tornado and trying to figure out a way to work with what I can’t control. See More
Mário Henrique Cotrim
· March 20, 2018
Can't thank you enough for showing that it's OK to be vulnerable. I feel like a failure all the time, and finding your videos right after finding out there was this biological problem with me was real...ly soothing, just like eating a whole chocolate bar. I don't know who I am if I ever happen to minimize those symptoms, but I'm glad someone felt like sharing in their heart. I mean it: can't thank you enough! � See More
Janey Crisman
· February 11, 2018
Outstanding! These videos have helped me to understand myself better and why I do things the way that I do. I've known for many years that I had it and that it impacted my life. I did not realize just... how much it did. These videos are truly a blessing. I've actually started taking notes on some of her life hacks. They are a huge help! See More
Steven Dfry
· February 25, 2018
Just saw your story at tedx bratislava.
Truely inspiring and super emotional ! I could relate to so many things, even I got emotional... I feel so glad to realise, that we’re not weird or not normal i...n any way. But truely have a hard time living in this society, Where this is often seen as a defect and Some kind of mental illness.
I guess I’m part of the tribe nao :) super exited ! See More
Sarah Talaid
· March 17, 2018
I was recently diagnosed with ADHD at 21 and I really didn’t know what that meant until I found this channel. How to ADHD is a spectacular resource for adhd’ers and has helped me find the drive to tac...kle college and honestly prevented me from dropping out. I could not be more grateful for the work Jessica and Edward have put in to make this channel so great! See More
Lori Stratman
· March 29, 2018
I loved your TedTalk and now check your page and channel often. I have a son with ADHD and love the information Im finding on here. I am sharing a lot of it to help educate people on it! I know many t...ime I feel like the worst mom, but your videos help me to have clarity and know I’m not crazy! Thank you! See More
Jess L Young
· March 6, 2018
Y'all have helped me realize I'm not alone and helped me gain the courage and strength to get tested and get on medication even when everyone else said I didn't have it. � I was always working so much... harder than everyone else to get a third of the results and I'm hoping meds will help me struggle less! See More
Christina Rosette
· March 29, 2018
I'm so happy I found her YouTube Channel (through the TED talk) and now this FB page. Her videos are entertaining, informational, non-judgmental, comforting, short and packed with really useful tips, ...and great to watch. I'm new to the FB page, and am excited to learn more. See More
Jaimie Lea Gareau
· January 23, 2018
I found out as an adult that I had struggled with ADHD mg whole life. I had no idea that life could feel differently, that every day did not have to feel like a struggle to keep my head above the wate...r. Your ted talk spoke to my soul. Thank you for this!!! See More
Amanda Voncille Gurkins
· January 15, 2018
I love this channel so much. I can not put into words. Thabnk you for everything you do. It is so nice to not feel alone. I love being a brain. I love that I can say that now and have people who understand
Anthony Keeth
· January 29, 2018
I posted this on one of the YouTube videos but I just wanted to post it here as well to make sure that you see this. I feel that I have to let you know how much of an impact what you do has made on me.... I just wanted to express how grateful I am for your videos. As I am getting older I have realized exactly how much my adult ADHD affects my life EVERY SINGLE DAY! I was diagnosed as a small child and decided by myself at 13 that medications were not going to be the route for me because I just couldn't see myself being dependent on a pill to function my life (though there is no judgement here towards the people that find that medication helps). I still to this day (I'll be 32 on April first btw) have a father that says my ADHD is an excuse just so I can act out, a boss that can't understand how this disorder affects my work, and a wife who struggles to help me keep our happy marriage afloat. I am here to say that it's not all bad however.....you can function in life with this. I have a house, a wonderful wife whom I would be lost without, three wonderful children, and I manage a successful and quite fast paced (and not always easy to manage) gas station. Jessica I have laughed with and cried too your videos. I have related too and found out things about myself that I never knew.....and I'm not even through your first years worth of videos yet. I'm sorry I ramble as do we all (one of those new realizations) what I'm trying to say is thank you!!!! You are an enormous help and relief and please never stop doing what you are doing. See More
Keleigh Henning-Granger
· January 22, 2018
I love this! Jessica is obviously passionate about educating us and doing it in an engaging way.
She helped give me the courage to get tested and start treatment as an adult with ADHD.
I’m proud of ...my ADHD now, not ashamed, Jessica helped give me that confidence through education and fun!
I can’t stop watching the videos once I get started! (Slight hyper focus?) See More
Nancy Gibson
· February 10, 2018
Thank you for this page and your Youtube videos! At almost 66 this is really helping me. I always figured I had ADHD. I got diagnosed in my late forties or maybe early 50's. I found a book called "Dri...ven to Distraction " that really helped me with finding out that lists are like your bible. See More
Christine Schanstine Milelli
· January 15, 2018
I am thankful for you giving a voice to ADHD. Your TEDTalk was so touching bringing me to tears as I see my daughter experiencing the similar struggles but most importantly you spoke a message of HOPE.... My daughter is beautiful, kind, creative, witty and a free spirit. I want her to see what I already know please share any connections or resources you may have on the East Coast or if you are doing any talks here near NJ. Blessings to you as you spread your message! See More
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Hello Hearts!

Is your child bright and quirky? You’re not alone! Don’t miss the free Bright & Quirky Child Online Summit that starts April 25, 2018. Join Licensed Marriage and Family therapist Debbie Steinberg Kuntz and an expert panel including Ned Hallowell, Ross Greene, Temple Grandin, Tina Payne Bryson and many more psychologists, authors, and experts. Learn how to help your child thrive, even with focus, learning, social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.

This onli...ne seminar is something I WISH had been available for my parents when I was a kid (and they were pulling their hair out trying to figure out how to help me!)

It's free to attend or you can purchase an all access pass to own the series (and our show would get part of that support!)
I was one of the experts interviewed for it as well

Click here to sign up! https://www.positiveimpactfamily.com/bright-quirky-confer…/…

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Hello Brains!

It's here!!! The video in which I attempt the ADHD-friendly cooking tips many of you suggested! (spoiler alert -- they WORK!)
Thank you SO MUCH to all of you who contributed, thank you to Blue Apron for sponsoring this video, and thank you to my Patreon brains for supporting the show every month so I can be picky about sponsorships and only work with brands I believe in (*cough* ADHD-friendly *cough*)
Oh and uh...I decided to throw in a few "dont's" as well......enjoy learning from my mistakes!
#easy #cooking #tips #ad #adhd

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Relationships can be a rollercoaster when you have ADHD:
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Controversy sells, and the media knows it. So a lot of what we see, read about, and hear about ADHD and ADHD treatment either misrepresents the facts or is flat-out meant to scare us.

Netflix's new documentary "Take Your Pills" (interview w/producers: https://youtu.be/L-cq_HKdQwc) is no exception. Despite bringing up many legitimate concerns, the film contributes to the confusion, stigma and fear around stimulant medication — many of the experts included either don’t have a... background in research, directly benefit from spreading fear & misinformation about ADHD treatment, or speak on subjects outside their area of expertise.

This is a problem, because — as this study found (https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/cap.2012.0087) — “Inaccurate and sensationalized media reports surrounding ADHD and its treatments [have] a major impact on parental decision making” when it comes to treatment.

Fortunately, a TON of research has been done on stimulant medications, so you and your doctor can decide what’s right for you or your child based on facts, not fear.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdFw10TwLFY

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Hello Brains!

Response video is shot, now while Edward edits I'm on to the next thing -- ADHD friendly cooking tips!

Got any?

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Cause...

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I was diagnosed as a kid, but @EmbraceYourADHD wasn't! What about you? #ADHD #ThrowbackThursday #Diagnosis
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This is a song for anyone whose brain works a lil differently, who's had to learn how to work with it, not against it. Who's ever felt less-than for being who they are. I wrote it for you.

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I am already angry about the new Netflix documentary “Take Your Pills” and I haven’t even watched it yet. Anecdotal evidence in place of solid research, misinformation, ADHD meds = meth? Sounds like I have a video to make.

In the meantime, check out this article: https://www.google.com/…/take-your-pills-netflix-documentar…

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Hi brains!

If you missed the webinar I did with ADDA ("How a Failure Learned to Succeed!"), you can watch the archived version here!

I tell a bit more about my story, and answer a bunch of questions from brains in the chat!

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https://add.org/an-adda-special-event/

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Webinars are always free for ADDA members. However, to thank you for your generosity and help the ADHD community we’re offering Jessica McCabe’s Webinar free to everyone.
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Some days, the ADHD wins. Here's a checklist to help make those difficult days a little easier.
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Sometimes everything is awful and you’re not okay. That’s okay. Here’s the ultimate self care checklist to help you get through it. It was designed by Eponis...
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Hey brains! In TEN MINUTES (6pm Pacific) I'll be streaming live for my Webinar with @adultadhd Sign up here for free and watch it live and ask a question! http://bit.ly/2adda2018jessicamccabe

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: ADDA Webinar with Jessica McCabe. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the event.
Jessica McCabe, creator and host of the popular YouTube channel "How to ADHD," shares her experience growing up as an ADHD brain, the struggles she faced transitioning into adulthood (and career-hood!), and how she learned to overcome them. ..Most of them.
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Hello Brains!
Ever feel like a failure? I have. A lot. I'm actually gonna talk about it soon, if you wanna join me (and maybe ask questions!) sign up here: http://bit.ly/2adda2018jessicamccabe … It's a free webinar hosted by ADDA (http://add.org ) hope you can make it!

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: ADDA Webinar with Jessica McCabe. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the event.
Jessica McCabe, creator and host of the popular YouTube channel "How to ADHD," shares her experience growing up as an ADHD brain, the struggles she faced transitioning into adulthood (and career-hood!), and how she learned to overcome them. ..Most of them.
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What I want to say to my mom, who "drugged" me...
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