by Ruth Bomar | Jun 3, 2024 | Blog
Giggles loves to play catch! Dear Dr. Ruth, I have ADHD and I’m drowning. I teach as an adjunct professor, I’m working on my dissertation, and I have a second job just to make ends meet. I know exercise would boost my mood and productivity, but I just...
by Ruth Bomar | May 28, 2024 | Blog
This is Giggles. She is planning her next meeting with the roosters. Dear Dr. Ruth, I’ve just completed my PhD, and now my department head has tasked me with facilitating a committee. This committee has a tight deadline to generate recommendations that will form...
by Ruth Bomar | May 8, 2024 | Blog
Goats Never Run Out of Energy! Dear Dr. Ruth, I’m a PhD student dealing with ADHD, and I’m struggling to sustain my energy levels throughout my dissertation work. I have these intense bursts of energy, but they fizzle out before I can accomplish...
by Ruth Bomar | Apr 24, 2024 | Blog
My dog knows how to get quality sleep and exercise. We’re still working on the nutrition part. She loves to eat trash out of the garbage. Dear Dr. Ruth, I am a PhD student with ADHD. I’m writing my dissertation. My perfectionism is kicking in which...
by Ruth Bomar | Apr 15, 2024 | Blog
Lonely calf reminds me of how dissertation writing can feel isolating. Dear Dr. Ruth, I am struggling with my dissertation and I have ADHD. I try real hard. I have good days and bad days. Some areas are organized but other are not going well and are messy. It’s...
