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Ryan Sheridan, NP
Why is ADHD So Common? ADHD Isn’t the Problem—The System Is
ADHD isn’t a disorder. Not really - so screw what the DSM says. It’s a mismatch between how your brain works and what society expects...


Ryan Sheridan, NP
ADHD: A Crisis of Diagnosis, Outcomes, and the Need for Real Solutions
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has become one of the most talked-about mental health conditions in the last few decades,...


Ryan Sheridan, NP
Why My Washington, D.C.-Based Integrative Psychiatry Practice is Better for ADHD than ADHD Online, Done, and Other Telehealth Platforms
TL;DR: Key Takeaways • My practice, Proactive Psychiatry, offers a personalized, holistic approach. • I spend more time with each...


Ryan Sheridan, NP
Understanding the Role of Dopamine in ADHD: A Guide to Lasting Change
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a complex condition often linked to dopamine dysregulation. (Yeah, for those who have...


Ryan Sheridan, NP
The Ultimate Guide to Mastering High-Quality Sleep: Insights from an Integrative Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
High-quality sleep has the power to transform your life. I will try to keep this post brief. (Also, not exactly sure why I chose all cats...


Ryan Sheridan, NP
Mastering Adult ADHD: Embracing Your Unique Strengths and Building a Balanced Life
ADHD in adulthood often feels like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. Society expects us to stay still, focus, and follow...


Ryan Sheridan, NP
ADHD: Rethinking the “Disorder” as a Cognitive Difference
As an integrative psychiatric nurse practitioner in Washington, DC , I often encounter folks diagnosed with ADHD who feel limited by the...


Ryan Sheridan, NP
ADHD Across Ages: Integrative Approaches in Washington, D.C.
As an integrative psychiatric nurse practitioner based in Washington, D.C., I am uniquely positioned to observe the challenges and...
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