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Can Mindfulness Therapy Reduce ADHD-Related Depressive Thoughts? 

PostedSeptember 3, 2025
UpdatedSeptember 8, 2025
ByMy Patient Advice

Mindfulness therapy has shown promise in reducing ADHD-related depressive thoughts by helping individuals focus on the present moment and manage their emotions. People with ADHD often struggle with impulsivity, emotional dysregulation and low self-esteem, which can contribute to depression. Mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and breathing exercises, can help alleviate these symptoms by encouraging a non-judgemental awareness of thoughts and feelings. 

Research has found that mindfulness therapy ADHD depression can reduce negative thought patterns and improve emotional regulation. By practising mindfulness, individuals can learn to observe their depressive thoughts without getting overwhelmed by them, which can reduce the intensity and frequency of such thoughts. Over time, this can lead to improved mood and better management of ADHD symptoms. 

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How Mindfulness Therapy Helps 

Meditation benefits 

Mindfulness meditation can help individuals with ADHD develop better focus, reduce stress, and enhance emotional well-being, which in turn can improve depressive symptoms. 

Mental health support 

Mindfulness therapy provides an accessible and practical form of mental health support that helps individuals with ADHD break the cycle of negative thoughts and emotional reactivity. 

Incorporating mindfulness therapy ADHD depression into treatment plans may offer a holistic approach to managing both ADHD and depression, improving overall mental health and quality of life. 

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert advice tailored to your needs.   

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Depression.  

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Harriet Winslow, BSc - My patient advice author - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Harriet Winslow, BSc

Author

Harriet Winslow is a clinical psychologist with a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience in behaviour therapy and developmental disorders. She has worked with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and behavioural challenges, providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT. Dr. Winslow has developed and implemented personalised treatment plans, conducted formal and informal assessments, and delivered crisis intervention for clients in need of urgent mental health care. Her expertise spans assessment, treatment planning, and behavioural intervention for both neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS, author and a reviewer for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy. 

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