Dr. Susan McGarvie

If you’ve ever wondered why some tasks feel effortless at one stage of life and overwhelming at another, you’re not alone. Executive functioning [your brain’s ability to plan, organise, regulate emotions, manage attention, solve problems, and adapt to change] shifts significantly across childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. These skills are not fixed; they develop gradually, strengthen with practice, and can be affected by stress, sleep, hormones, and health conditions. For many people who...

For many people who come to Neuromed Clinic, ADHD is only part of the story. Alongside inattention, restlessness, or emotional overwhelm, there is often another layer quietly shaping their daily life: anxiety. Whether it shows up as constant worry, a racing mind at night, fear of making mistakes, or difficulty coping with uncertainty, anxiety frequently walks hand-in-hand with ADHD. In fact, research suggests that 30–50% of people with ADHD also meet criteria for an anxiety disorder. But even...

Parenting is one of the most demanding and rewarding roles in life. When your child has Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), those demands often intensify. Between managing daily routines, supporting schoolwork, handling emotional ups and downs, and navigating professional [and unsolicited] guidance, it’s easy for your own well-being to get lost in the shuffle. Yet, caring for yourself is not selfish, it’s essential. Your ability to show up for your child, and the rest of your...