Playing with yarn to rebalance my brain chemistry | knit and crochet vlog

Learning to knit was one of the best things that I have done to help me manage my ADHD symptoms and improve my overall mental health. I have been diagnosed ADHD for over 4 years now and have learned many ways to cope with my symptoms so that I can live the best life that I can. As someone with ADHD who feels a LOT of the negative effects from executive dysfunction issues, knitting (and crochet) has helped me feel a sense of purpose, while being able to manipulate dopamine releases in my brain that allow me to feel a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment with each finished project or learned skill.

Let me know in the comments if you have also been diagnosed ADHD and have any other hobbies that help you get through the day!

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CHAPTERS

0:00 The irony is palpable
0:19 You can find me facedown on the couch
1:09 A roadblock for my phone
1:54 Knowing when the dopamine is coming
3:12 They didn't teach this in BIO 101
4:01 A capable and interesting double-dipper
4:45 The positive feedback of purpose
5:27 Just trying to get through the day
6:01 We all deserve to feel good
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KEY WORDS

Knitting for ADHD, ADHD management, crochet for ADHD, mental health awareness, improving my mental health, hobbies for mental health, hobbies for ADHD, LGBTQIA+