ADHD brains craves drama due t | Video published by Omolara Badmus 🇳🇬🇨🇦🇺🇲 | Lemon8

Omolara Badmus 🇳🇬🇨🇦🇺🇲

1110 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

0 saved

ADHD brains craves drama due to: this due to Dopamine deficiency– Conflict creates intense stimulation

Emotional dysregulation – Difficulty regulating reactions,we sometimes overeact . Boredom avoidance– terribly allergic to boredom Chaos overrides restlessness; calm feels boring

Although self awareness helps check these reactions but I have noticed these patterns exists ….

#adhdtiktok #adhdrelationships #dopamine #dopaminefixation #fypa #adhdwomen

2025/7/11 Edited to

Related posts

7 things ADHD brains must keep private

#adhd #adhdtips #adhdadvice #fyp #insomnia

673 likes

A close-up of the book 'Pussy: A Reclamation' by Regena Thomashauer, a New York Times Bestseller, highlighted as a healing book to read for self-care and personal growth.

A hand holding the book 'This Is How You Heal' by Brianna Wiest, a collection from the bestselling author, recommended for self-care and healing practices.

The book 'Good Vibes, Good Life' by Vex King, which has sold over one million copies, resting on a person's lap by a pool, promoting self-love and wellness.

Beauty X Brains | Healing Books 🫵 Need To Read ❤️‍🩹📖✨

Give Yourself 3 Months!! 📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚📚 ✨Take care of your body, mind, & soul. Give yourself 3 months to organize your time, eliminate procrastination, get into the habit of practicing radical self-care & self-love. ✨Delete the apps, block the numbers, wake up earlier, get dressed up e

4375 likes

An open book lies on a textured surface with a beige overlay featuring the text "BEST ADHD APPS IN 2023." A pair of glasses rests on the book.

A phone screen displays ADHD app icons: Endel, BeFreed (circled in red), one sec, How We Feel, Tiimo, and Finch. Text below describes BeFreed as a smart reading app that condenses non-fiction into summaries, podcasts, and flashcards.

A book summary screen for "Long-Term Thinking for a Short-Sighted World" by Jim Brumm. It offers reading options: 10-min flashcards, 30-min deep dive, 20-min author-style narration, and 20-min playful narration.

Apps I love as an adult ADHD ✨🌸

📚 BeFreed This ADHD-friendly book summary app has honestly changed how I read. It turns nonfiction into 30-min summaries, 20-min podcast explainers, and even 10-min flashcards that actually stick. I’ve finished more books this month than I probably have all year—zero guilt, zero overwhelm. If your

167 likes

Novelty is dopamine for adhd brains

#adhd #adhdtips #adhdwoman #adhdtikrok #adhdbrain

25 likes

5 truths about ADHD brains

#adhd #adhdinwoman #regulation #nervousystemhealing

64 likes

Tiny Habits That Help ADHD + PCOS Brains Cope 💛

ADHD + PCOS girlies—ever feel like even brushing your teeth or checking your email feels impossible some days? That’s not laziness. It’s your brain working overtime—and you’re not alone. Executive dysfunction is real, and when you’re also balancing hormone chaos, energy crashes, and mental fog,

447 likes

Planners and ADHD brains… whew

Planners and ADHD brains… whew 😅 it’s a messy love story. If you’ve ever bought a shiny new planner chasing that dopamine rush, only to find it buried months later under clutter—same, bestie. The truth is, it’s not about willpower, it’s about tools that actually work with our brains, not against th

123 likes

Study for adhd brains is messy

#adhd #study #studytok #booktok #viral

79 likes

Why ADHD Brains Thrive in Sports

Fast decisions. Constant movement. Instant feedback. Clear goals. ADHD brains don’t struggle with focus — they struggle with boring. Give them stimulation, challenge, and rhythm… and they thrive. Be honest — Which sport makes your brain feel calm and focused? Comment it below 👇

314 likes

5 things ADHD brains MUST keep private 🤫🧠

Not because you’re “secretive” — because some info turns into pressure, guilt, or unwanted opinions that hijack your momentum. These 5 things I keep on a need-to-know basis to protect my focus + peace (I brain-dump safely in Groundly). #ADHD #adhdtok #neurodivergent #executivedysfunction

3 likes

BookTok says these thrillers broke readers’ brains

These thriller book recommendations had mind-blowing plots that made them popular topics on BookTok. Now they’re also getting noticed on BooksofLemon8! Some great thriller books for your TBR! #thrillerbooks #bookrecommendation #booksonlemon8 #thrillerbookrecs #booktok

127 likes

The image introduces that ADHD brains function optimally by responding to states, following cues, and letting the body lead, set against a pink, floral, and sparkly background with a bow icon and a 'SWIPE' prompt.

This image explains 'STATE-BASED' regulation for ADHD, detailing various states (foggy, overstimulated, under-stimulated) and corresponding body sensations and actions to adjust for them, emphasizing responding to nervous system states.

The image focuses on 'CUE-BASED' regulation, identifying common body cues like replaying thoughts or irritation as early warning signals, and suggests immediate, real-time responses to these cues without analysis.

I used to think ADHD meant I needed better discipline. Turns out it means I need better regulation. ADHD brains are state-dependent. When the body feels unsafe, overstimulated, or under-stimulated, the brain can’t access focus, creativity, or intention. This isn’t about forcing calm or watc

105 likes

Adhd hacks for consistency

#adhd #adhdinwoman #improveyourlife #selfcare #relatable

40 likes

AKI Breakdown for Nursing Brains 🩺

#unfiltered #Lemon8Diary #nursingstudent #nurse #nursing

24 likes

Why closed floor plans are good for adhd brains

Sharing a clip from my third episode of my podcast! The reason I dove deeper into sensory design all together was due to my adhd and I am so glad to share ways I’ve improved my home to better serve my mind #interiordesigner #adhd #vibecuratorsguide #lifehacks #adhdinwomen

9 likes

Learning Japanese with ADHD🌸✨

I've tried using wanikani and bunpro before but my consistency sucks lol. with Penglo I have no choice but to study. I guess as a bonus I've also been doomscrolling less lately🐱

0 likes

Weird things adhd brains do

#adhd #adhdtips #adhdtiktok

12 likes

ADHD brains don’t process arguments the same way and nobody talks about this 👇

he would be completely over it in an hour. i would still be replaying the whole thing two days later, word for word, trying to figure out if i overreacted. he thought i was holding a grudge. i wasn't. i literally could not switch it off. people said go for a walk, distract yourself, do some

20 likes

5 WILD habits that kill ADHD “brain fog”

If you’ve been refreshing the same tab like the motivation is going to spawn… hi, same. 🙃 ADHD focus isn’t a personality trait. It’s a setup. And when your brain is under-stimulated, overwhelmed, or dysregulated, it will “busy-loop” (scroll, refresh, research, reorganize) instead of start. Sign

1 like

The text 'Best ADHD apps in 2025' is overlaid on an image of a laptop, an open book, a cup of coffee, and cookies on a bed.

A phone screen displays ADHD app icons, with BeFreed highlighted. Text describes BeFreed as a smart reading app that condenses non-fiction into podcasts, deep dives, and flashcards.

A book summary app screen shows 'Long-Term Thinking for a Short-Sighted World' with options for reading, including 10-minute flashcards, 30-minute deep dives, and 20-minute narrations.

Apps you should definitely have on your phone✨🌸

📚 BeFreed This ADHD-friendly book summary app has honestly changed how I read. It turns nonfiction into 30-min summaries, 20-min podcast explainers, and even 10-min flashcards that actually stick. I’ve finished more books this month than I probably have all year—zero guilt, zero overwhelm. If your

59 likes

Adhd hacks for consistency

#adhd #retention #focus

3 likes

How to be a BEAUTY with BRAINS

Maintain organization - Keep your study area nice and free from distractions. It’ll make studying that much more carefree. Remain healthy - make sure you eat well and even eat snacks while studying. Be like Light Yagami and grab a chip and eat it. Maintain good hygiene - shower everyday or a

759 likes

Something I’m building for ADHD brains

I'm putting together virtual events designed specifically for people with ADHD and I want you involved from the start. Click the link in my bio to get on the interest list. #adhdcommunity #adhdwomen #neurospicy #neurodivergentlife #adhdsupport

0 likes

Only ADHD Brains Understand This

“There’s no way someone delays a task for 25 days… and finishes it in 7 minutes.” Me with ADHD: ✨ Watch me. It’s not laziness. It’s task initiation, avoidance, mental resistance… until hyperfocus kicks in. Tell me I’m not alone… What’s the longest you’ve delayed something just to fi

0 likes

OCD vs ADHD: Same thoughts, different brains

OCD = control, ADHD = chaos. Here’s the difference

3 likes

Brains toxic relationship with my routine

My ADHD brain and routines have a toxic relationship. Every Sunday I’m like, “This is it. New week. New system. New me.” I make the perfect schedule, color-code it, set alarms, download productivity apps… and by Wednesday I’m already ignoring all of it. It’s not that I don’t want structure. I crave

1 like

A woman sits in a car, looking directly at the camera. Text overlay states "5 things adhd brains must keep private" and "from someone who learned the hard way that oversharing drains you faster than anything else."

A messy room floor is covered with clothes, a guitar, and various items. Text discusses keeping private the reasons for canceling plans due to social battery limits.

A person sits cross-legged in a dark, abstract setting with shadowy, claw-like forms. Text describes needing to disappear when overstimulated and using quick resets for overwhelming feelings.

5 things ADHD brains MUST keep private 🤫🧠 (learned

From someone who learned the hard way that oversharing drains you faster than anything else… ADHD can make us talk fast, process out loud, and share before we’ve even decided what we feel. Then the regret hits, the shame hits, and suddenly we’re managing everyone’s reactions on top of our own emoti

1 like

Beauty and Brains! # Black History Month!

👑 Queen of Quality and🌟 Style! My Granddaughter! #blackgirlhairstyles #blackhistorymonth

2861 likes

A woman with dark skin and long wavy hair wears a pink top, with a glowing brain superimposed on her head. The background features a sign reading 'BADDIE WITH BRAINS' alongside money bills and cards, symbolizing intelligence and financial success.

A close-up of a woman's face with a glowing brain superimposed on her head, emitting light and dollar bills. She has striking makeup and wears a sequined top, representing intelligence leading to financial gain.

A vibrant image centered on a glowing pink brain, surrounded by symbols of knowledge and finance like lightbulbs, money, gears, books, and digital screens. The text 'KNOWLEDGE IS POWER' is at the bottom.

BADDIE WITH BRAINS 🧠 MORE THAN JUST A PRETTY FACE

In a world where being a baddie is all the rage, it's important to remember that there's so much more to life than just having a pretty face and slaying in killer outfits. 👠💄 While confidence and style are undeniably important, being a true baddie means embracing your intelligence and hustl

14 likes

A graphic titled "How To Access Our HAPPY CHEMICALS" lists activities for Dopamine (reward), Oxytocin (love), Serotonin (mood stabilizer), and Endorphin (pain killer). It features bullet points for each chemical, such as completing tasks for dopamine, hugging for oxytocin, meditating for serotonin, and laughing for endorphins, all on a blue and teal background.

accessing our brains ✨HAPPY✨ chemicals 💊🧪🥰

Heres a few simple ways to help access your happy chemicals :) Dopamine THE REWARD CHEMICAL 😁 - Completing a task - Eating food - Doing self care activities - Celebrating small wins - Achieving goals Oxytocin THE LOVE HORMONE 💕 - Playing with a pet - Physical affection - Give a co

3039 likes

Learn about the brains

#anatomyandphysiology

213 likes

#adhd #awareness #adhdawareness #funny #kids

0 likes

we forgot how to be bored and our brains are

we forgot how to be bored. and our brains are paying for it. neuroscience shows that boredom activates your brain’s default mode network. the system responsible for processing emotions, consolidating memories and restoring mental clarity. constant scrolling switches it off completely. save this i

7 likes

Beauty & Brains 🌸🎀🤎

Books to read during this cozy season! #cozybooks #prettybooks #girlygirlsreadtoo #girlbooks #winterbooksvibes #cozybookseason

127 likes

Brains And Mindset

Mindset. Brains. Openness

11 likes

Beauty + Brains = Wealth

The way to wealth is to be aware of where your money is going, learn how to keep it, and investing in growth opportunities. At my big age of 31, I’ve returned to school to get my Bachelor’s in Public Health. Health has always been a passion of mine and I look forward to sharing what I’ve learned

1893 likes

songs that altered my brains chemistry

Listening to these songs in the gym gives it a little bit more energy to get through a set. #songs #songsonrepeat #gymsongs #gymmotivation #brainchemistry #songrecommendation

367 likes

Clock it to your brains everyone in my life😤

#straykids #kpop #fyp #real #Lemon8Diary

57 likes

Brains, beauty, and full-body burn💪🏾📚

Just a girl with goals, a degree, and a killer strength day. And yes, the hat says what it needs to—Bougie AF. Grab yours and rep your vibe while you grind. Link in bio 🧢✨ #BookedAndBenched #BossAF #GymFlow #BougieAF #Lemon8

4 likes

A desk setup with a tablet displaying a medical school study page, a mouse, and a stethoscope. Overlay text reads: "(Without the Buzzwords) Neurodiversity Explained B2S."

A desk setup with a tablet, mouse, and stethoscope. Overlay text states: "Neurodivergence can include ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and sensory processing differences."

A desk setup featuring a tablet, mouse, and stethoscope. Overlay text explains: "These brains often struggle in systems built for one learning style Not because they're incapable, but because the design is rigid."

Different brains deserve different systems

Neurodiversity isn’t about labels. It’s about language that explains why certain systems feel harder and why support matters. As a neurodivergent student, learning this helped me stop blaming myself and start building smarter systems using technology and AI. Not to “fix” my brain, but to support

29 likes

#dukedennis #fyp #offer #fypシ #cute

2 likes

Unlocking the Power of Your Three Brains🧠💡🔑ℹ️⬇️

Your head, gut, and heart each have unique roles in shaping your life. Discover the chakra connections and healing crystals that can enhance their functions for a balanced, thriving existence. 1. The Head (Cephalic Brain) • Functions: Houses about 86 billion neurons, involved in cognition, t

10 likes

Beauty & Brains 👑🧠

#nurse #nursingstudent #nurselifestyle #nursingschool #nursing

11 likes

Open offices weren’t made for ADHD brains 🧠💔

POV: You’re trying to focus on an important project but your ADHD brain is like “Cool, I’ll just absorb literally EVERYTHING happening in a 50-foot radius instead” 😵‍💫 Meanwhile the neurotypical person next to you is typing away peacefully ✨ and you’re internally screaming while pretending to look

6 likes

A woman takes a mirror selfie, wearing a light cropped top and jeans. Text overlay reads: "My nervous system & ambition are still learning how to share a body." This reflects the internal conflict discussed in the article about AuDHD and trauma.

✨The AuDHD & Trauma Vortex:

This powerful text lays bare a profound and often devastating reality for countless individuals: the incredibly complex intersection of Autism, ADHD, and Trauma. It's a formula for deep internal chaos and external struggle that neurotypical society rarely understands, leading to years of misdi

6 likes

Beauty and brains ✨🌸 100 on my exam today!

#softlifestudent #futuremedicalstudent #healthcarestudent

10 likes

It’s crazy how our brains think 😂

#funny #Couple #couplecomedy #relationship

125 likes

See more