Psychological Testing & A Caution on Self-Diagnosing Mental Health
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghSeptember 19, 2023 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, adhd testing, psychological assessment, psychological testing, self diagnosis, self-diagnosis, social media therapy0 comments
In recent times, social media has become a valuable source of information, support, and community for individuals seeking to understand their mental health. While it’s great to see awareness increasing, there’s a concerning trend of self-diagnosing mental health conditions like ADHD and personality disorders based on online content. In this blog post, we’ll...Learn More“Mom Brain” or Something Else? Understanding Undiagnosed ADHD in Women
by Counseling and Wellness Center of PittsburghMarch 21, 2023 ADHD, ADHD / ADD, ADHD in women, mom brain, new mom, undiagnosed ADHD in women0 comments
Many women report having “mom brain,” in which they report being forgetful, having difficulty concentrating, and being impatient. While “mom brain” has been proven to be a real phenomenon, it is typically reported by women who are pregnant or have young children. “Mom brain” is situational and typically goes away on its own. These same symptoms, however, can also be indicative of...Learn More