The Truth About “Mom Brain” Executive Functioning and the Unique Impact on Mothers
If you’ve ever felt more forgetful, overwhelmed, or mentally stretched since becoming a mom, you’re not imagining it. The transition to motherhood reshapes the brain in powerful ways. Let’s talk about why “mom brain” is real and why it deserves compassion, not criticism.
Maybe It Was Never “Just Anxiety”
Many Xennial and Millennial parents are learning their lifelong “anxiety” is actually ADHD and executive dysfunction. This article explains why so many adults were missed, how parenting brings symptoms into focus, and how a late diagnosis can reduce shame and increase self understanding.