René Brooks

René Brooks

René Brooks has been a typical person living with ADHD since as far back as she can remember. She loses keys, books, essays, homework, and her glasses when they are on her face.

Location: Pennsylvania, United States

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About René Brooks

Rene created her blog to share her experiences of learning how to navigate the world as an adult with ADHD while being part of a demographic that is still largely sceptical of neurological disorders and mental illness. You can find her on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

History With Condition

She was first diagnosed at the tender age of 11, but never received treatment until age 25.

UK/MED/18/0284 October 2019

Articles By René Brooks

A woman with her finger on her lips, shushing those who negatively stereotype people with ADHD

"Could you not" 6 Things not to say to someone with ADHD

4 Minutes

By René Brooks

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4 Questions I Ask Myself About My Future with ADHD

4 Minutes

By René Brooks

A group of young adults sitting in a room and sharing their mental health stories and experiences.

4 Things Everyone Can Do to Combat Mental Health Stigma

5 Minutes

By René Brooks

Depressed woman sitting on the couch with her phone in her hand

4 Ways I Hide My Depression

4 Minutes

By René Brooks

A woman gazes into a mirror, reflecting on her face, embodying strength through affirmations during tough days.

5 Affirmations that Help Me Through the Bad Days with Depression

3 Minutes

By René Brooks

Depressed black woman staring out of the window deep in thought

5 Things Depression Is NOT

3 Minutes

By René Brooks

A woman sits at a desk, her head resting in her hands, reflecting on her thoughts and emotions.

5 Tips When You’re Considering Therapy

5 Minutes

By René Brooks

Father embracing his daughter in psychiatric hospital

My Stay in a Psychiatric Ward Reminded Me How Much My Family Support and Value Me

6 Minutes

By René Brooks

A woman confidently walks with her shopping and her ADHD impulsivity under control

ADHD and Impulsivity: 6 Ways to Stay in Control

5 Minutes

By René Brooks

Woman enjoys smell of freshly washed clothes.

ADHD Makes Me Messy. I’ve Made My Peace with It

4 Minutes

By René Brooks