Abby Neuberg

Many people with ADHD have a very slow start in the morning. They may find it harder to get moving, make decisions, prioritize, or start tasks. Mornings can also be a time of greater emotional vulnerability. While ADHD is associated with differences in dopamine regulation throughout the day, many people experience particularly low arousal in the morning and more difficulty with executive functioning first thing after waking. Executive functioning is the brain's "manager." It helps us plan,...

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist, and I help people in relationships who feel disconnected from their partners. One of the most common experiences clients describe is emotional neglect. Unlike criticism, betrayal, or explosive conflict, emotional neglect is often defined by what isn't happening. It is the absence of emotional responsiveness. Many people describe it as a pattern that develops gradually over months or years. A partner may consistently minimize, dismiss, or...

Honored to be quoted as a Certified Sex Therapist in an Upworthy article on why so many adults worry about their libido. One point I shared is that social media, pornography, and other forms of entertainment—not education—can create distorted expectations about what sexual desire "should" look like, especially in long-term relationships. Desire is personal, dynamic, and influenced by stress, health, parenting, and the many seasons of life. Thank you to Upworthy for including my perspective in...