A newer theory paper says that ADHD may involve difficulties with sustaining and regulating cognitive energy over time, especially in executive functioning systems involved in attention, working memory, inhibition, planning, and emotional regulation. The authors suggest this may help explain: • hyperfocus • mental fatigue • inconsistent productivity • “good brain days” vs “bad brain days” • stimulation-seeking • crashes after prolonged focus or masking The paper also proposes that hyperactivity
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A newer theory paper says that ADHD may involve difficulties with sustaining and regulating cognitive energy over time, especially in executive functioning systems involved in attention, working memory, inhibition, planning, and emotional regulation. The authors suggest this may help explain: • hyperfocus • mental fatigue • inconsistent productivity • “good brain days” vs “bad brain days” • stimulation-seeking • crashes after prolonged focus or masking The paper also proposes that hyperactivity
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