Ask A Therapist: What is the Connection Between ADHD and Depression? | BetterHelp

Is ADHD depression a thing? The truth is, ADHD and depression are separate but related mental health disorders.

ADHD is considered a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects cognitive function🧠 while depression is a mood disorder. 🥺

🙉You might have heard that if you have ADHD, you are likely to be depressed as well. That’s not necessarily true, but it is possible to have ADHD and depression at the same time. This is called comorbidity, and it might make both conditions worse if left untreated. 🩺

BetterHelp therapist Melissa Hummelt, LPCC, is here to talk about adult ADHD and depression and what happens when someone experiences both of these conditions simultaneously. She’ll walk you through:

*️⃣a review of ADHD and depression as separate conditions
*️⃣overlapping symptoms like memory problems
*️⃣comorbid ADHD and depression

The depression and ADHD thought process is that they might occur separately, or one might cause the other. What do you think about the link between depression and ADHD? Thoughts? Share them in the comments section. 💭

If you’re ready to talk to someone about the symptoms you’re experiencing, get matched with one of our therapists at BetterHelp here: https://www.betterhelp.com/online-the...

0:00 Intro
0:13 What Is the Connection Between ADHD and Depression?
1:03 What Is ADHD?
1:20 Common Symptoms of ADHD
1:52 What Is Depression?
2:41 What Is the Link Between ADHD and Depression?
3:33 Is It Possible to Have Both ADHD and Depression?
4:19 How Do I Treat ADHD and Depression?
7:04 Wrap Up

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