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When Getting Dressed Feels Unbearable: Understanding Sensory Distress in Children and Adults with ADHD and Autism
For some children and adults with ADHD or autism, getting dressed can be an overwhelming sensory experience. Clothing textures, seams, labels, temperature and pressure may trigger genuine distress, turning an everyday routine into a significant challenge.
This article explores the science of sensory sensitivity, why clothing can feel unbearable, how sensory differences affect daily functioning, and practical, compassionate strategies for families, educators, clinicians and adults navigating these experiences.
Adult ADHD Medication: Finding the Right Treatment Is About More Than Taking a Tablet
ADHD medication can improve attention and daily functioning, but effective treatment requires more than choosing a tablet. Dr Emmanuel Eni Amadi explores evidence-based medication options, individualised prescribing, potential adverse effects and the importance of ongoing clinical monitoring.
BREAKTHROUGH IN ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH? WHY AN ADHD MEDICINE AND A DIABETES DRUG ARE NOW BEING TESTED TO PROTECT MEMORY
Could medicines already used to treat ADHD and type 2 diabetes offer new possibilities for protecting memory in Alzheimer’s disease?
Researchers are investigating whether atomoxetine and metformin could influence biological processes associated with cognitive decline. This article examines the scientific rationale, emerging evidence and important limitations of these approaches—and why promising research should not be mistaken for proven treatment.
BEYOND CONCENTRATION: COULD ADHD TREATMENT HELP SAVE LIVES?
A landmark Swedish study of 148,581 people links ADHD medication with lower rates of suicidal behaviour, substance misuse, transport accidents and criminality. Dr Emmanuel Eni Amadi explores the international evidence, clinical implications and importance of patient-centred ADHD care.
Before We Exclude Another Child, Should We Understand ADHD Better?
A UK petition calling for mandatory ADHD education in schools has reached 10,000 signatures. Drawing on international research, NICE guidance and professional clinical experience, Dr Emmanuel Eni Amadi examines why ADHD understanding matters across education, healthcare and employment—and what policymakers should consider next.
An ADHD Diagnosis Is Not Enough: What Should a Comprehensive Adult ADHD Assessment Report Contain?
ADHD medication can improve attention and daily functioning, but effective treatment requires more than choosing a tablet. Dr Emmanuel Eni Amadi explores evidence-based medication options, individualised prescribing, potential adverse effects and the importance of ongoing clinical monitoring.
Adult ADHD Diagnosis: Why DIVA-5 and DSM-5 Matter - and Why Clinical Judgement Matters More
ADHD medication can improve attention and daily functioning, but effective treatment requires more than choosing a tablet. Dr Emmanuel Eni Amadi explores evidence-based medication options, individualised prescribing, potential adverse effects and the importance of ongoing clinical monitoring.
From Pharmacognosy Research to Pharmaceutical Leadership: Why Medicinal Cannabis Matters to Me.
My passion for plant-derived medicines began in 1999 at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where I investigated the antidiabetic potential of cashew leaf extracts. From pharmacognosy research to pharmaceutical science, doctoral research and leadership as a Superintendent Pharmacist Director and CEO, my journey has shaped a lasting interest in medicinal cannabis, evidence-based therapeutics and pharmaceutical governance. Discover why this emerging sector matters to me and how scientific innovation must remain grounded in patient safety.
Medicinal Cannabis: What Patients, Clinicians, and the Evidence Really Say
Medicinal cannabis has moved from controversy into mainstream clinical discussion. But what does the evidence really tell us? Dr. Emmanuel Eni Amadi explores its established medical uses, the uncertainty surrounding chronic pain, mental health considerations, prescribing restrictions and patient safety in the UK. A balanced, evidence-based perspective for patients, clinicians and healthcare professionals.
Adult ADHD: Can an Online Self-Assessment Really Tell You Whether You Have ADHD?
Can an online ADHD questionnaire really tell you whether you have Adult ADHD? Dr Emmanuel Eni Amadi examines the evidence behind digital screening, explains the differences between online, video and face-to-face clinical assessment, and explores what NICE NG87 and UKAAN standards require for a reliable diagnosis. Discover why a positive screening result is only the beginning of the diagnostic process.
ADHD, Depression or Bipolar?
What happens when someone is treated for depression for 14 years, only to discover they have bipolar disorder?
Inspired by a BBC investigation, Dr Emmanuel Amadi examines why bipolar disorder can remain undiagnosed for years, the risks of inappropriate treatment, NHS diagnostic delays, and the important differences between depression, bipolar disorder and Adult ADHD.
Drawing on UK research, NICE guidance and international psychiatric evidence, this article explores mania, hypomania, medication, diagnostic accuracy and the human consequences of delayed diagnosis.
ADULT ADHD IS REAL
Adult ADHD is real, yet many adults continue to face misunderstanding, stigma and disbelief. Drawing on scientific research, 26+ years of healthcare experience and specialist UKAAN training in London, Dr Emmanuel Amadi, PhD, MBA, explores the evidence behind ADHD, its impact on everyday life and the workplace, and why accurate diagnosis, effective treatment and compassionate care matter. A personal journey from medical science and healthcare leadership into Adult ADHD prescribing.
Leadership vs Leadership Styles: Which one is the Best?
Leadership vs Leadership Styles: Which one is the Best?
Leadership vs influence: Nobody should deny you the leadership you were born with
Leadership vs influence: Nobody should deny you of the leadership you were born with
Thinking Without Thinking: The Best Decision You’ve Made was Done in a Second.
Thinking Without Thinking: The Best Decision You’ve Made was Done in a Second.
The Role of the Amygdala in Political Leadership
The Role of Amygdala in Political Leadership
Executive Leadership: The Art of Leading, Not Managing
Executive Leadership: The Art of Leading, Not Managing
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