For many people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), medication is not an option to help manage their symptoms, whether due to negative side effects, a desire to stay free from medication, a shortage of available medications, or another reason. Caffeine could offer interesting possibilities when it comes to ADHD management, but it is important to understand how this impacts the brain, what effects it may cause for someone with ADHD, and how to consume it in a balanced way for ma

Bipolar disorder, often misunderstood and mischaracterized, is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Here, we’ll delve into how a person with bipolar disorder thinks, exploring the intricate patterns of thought during manic, depressive, and mixed episodes. By gaining a better understanding of bipolar disorder, we can foster empathy and provide better support for those affected. At Augmentive, we aim to provide holistic, tailored mental health support to ev

Autism can cause several sensory symptoms that have unique triggers for each individual, and an autism meltdown in an autistic adult is often the result of sensory processing differences. Understanding how and why they happen, and what to do about them, can help autistic people and their loved ones to manage these situations when they arise. Here, we will define what an autism meltdown is, how it can be characterised, what is likely to trigger this reaction, how to differentiate a meltdown from

ADHD can cause many symptoms that differ for each individual, such as ADHD burnout and ADHD paralysis. ADHD overstimulation may also be experienced by those with the condition, and understanding why this happens and what you can do about it could be the difference between succumbing to sensory overload, and learning to manage it in day-to-day life so it does not affect your daily activities.  Here, we are taking a look at what ADHD overstimulation is, the signs and symptoms you may recognise, w

Autism is known to cause unique symptoms for each individual, and while general burnout can affect anyone, autistic people may find this is a common symptom triggered by a number of other symptoms that lead to feelings of overwhelm, fatigue and stress.  Here, we are exploring what autism burnout is, how it is different from general burnout experienced by neurotypical people, how to spot it, what might trigger it, its potential impacts on everyday life, some techniques to help manage it, and whe

Can relationships work if one or both partners have ADHD? The short answer is yes, but it takes understanding, listening, patience and emotional regulation for both parties to make a relationship successful and fulfilling.  Here, we are exploring the common challenges people with ADHD face in relationships, the strengths and benefits couples may not realise, symptoms that can cause the most issues, relationship advice to keep in mind, and information on how to seek support if you or your partne