What is Hyperactive / Impulsive ADHD?

Welcome to Explain My Brain! In this episode, host Tyla, who is both a psychologist and someone familiar with ADHD, dives into the complexities of hyperactive and impulsive ADHD. Discover how this type of ADHD manifests, from fast-paced thoughts to restless behaviours, and learn why it's not about being 'too much' but about having a vibrant, lively brain.

Explore how this energy translates into daily life at school and home, and the challenges and gifts that come with it. Understand the brain's executive functioning and why impulsivity and hyperactivity occur, and get advice on what can help manage these traits. Join Tyla as she celebrates the accomplishments of historical figures with similar minds, and open your heart to the beauty of a brain that speaks louder and dreams bigger.