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

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
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“Could you not“ 5 Things not to say to someone with ADHD

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A group of young adults sitting in a room and sharing their mental health stories and experiences.
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4 Things Everyone Can Do to Combat Mental Health Stigma

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A woman gazes into a mirror, reflecting on her face, embodying strength through affirmations during tough days.
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5 Affirmations that Help Me Through the Bad Days with Depression

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Father embracing his daughter in psychiatric hospital
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My Stay in a Psychiatric Ward Reminded Me How Much My Family Support and Value Me

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A woman holding many shopping bags after a stint of ADHD impulsivity and over-spending.
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6 Ways to Manage ADHD Impulsivity and Stay in Control

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A young black woman is comforted by a relative after having a discussion about ADHD
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'Coming Out' To My Family About ADHD

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A group of friends check their phones in a line
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Depression in the Age of Conspicuous Positivity

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Diagnosed with ADHD? 7 Steps to Get on Track

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Three women share a group hug at a social gathering
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Feeling Isolated? This Is How I Found My ADHD Community

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How a Late ADHD Diagnosis Changed My Life

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Woman averting her eyes and looking unhappy as she deals with depression
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How I Realized I Was Depressed: 6 Warning Signs

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A smiling black woman with ADHD presents information to her colleagues during a meeting.
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Making Your ADHD Work in the Office

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Woman planning meals in supermarket
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Meal Planning with ADHD

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Mindfulness and ADHD: What Works for Me (And What Definitely Doesn't)

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My Tips for Creating and Keeping a Morning Routine with ADHD

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Mental Health Journey
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Returning to Therapy: My Hardest Mental Health Journey Yet

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The Dumbest Things People Have Told Me About My ADHD

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A young black woman with ADHD stands with her arms raised in a field of flowers.
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Things I Love About My ADHD

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This Is What A Bad Day With ADHD Looks Like

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Holidays with Depression
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What it's Like to Experience the Holidays with Depression

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Woman with ADHD successfully managing her business from home
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Why I Chose to Start My Own Business with ADHD

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Two African American women holding a conversation in a safe space
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Why Safe Spaces Are So Important for People of Color

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Why Self-Care Is So Important When You Have ADHD

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