Everyone feels overwhelmed from time to time. The underlying cause is usually some form of sensory overload. Described simply, this means your brain is getting too much input from any or all of your five senses at once. The sensory information competes for attention and…

Even under ideal circumstances, the holiday season can mean that stress comes for a visit along with your relatives. Combine attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and less-than-ideal circumstances, and the season can feel decidedly overwhelming. These two conditions can make…

It’s hardly breaking news that modern life can feel overwhelming. You are bombarded with input from every direction — all vying for your attention.