ILTY for ADHD & Anxiety
A brain that won't focus AND won't stop worrying. ADHD and anxiety feed each other in a vicious cycle. ILTY helps you break it.
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When Your Brain Is Both Wired and Tired
ADHD and anxiety are one of the most common comorbidities in mental health—up to 50% of adults with ADHD also have an anxiety disorder. And they make each other worse.
ADHD makes you forget things, miss deadlines, and lose track of tasks. Then anxiety punishes you for it. The shame spiral kicks in: 'Why can't I just do this simple thing?' Except it's not simple for your brain—it's climbing a mountain that neurotypical people don't even see.
Traditional productivity advice makes it worse. 'Just make a list.' 'Set a timer.' 'Try harder.' These assume a neurotypical brain. When your executive function is inconsistent, willpower-based solutions are destined to fail.
ILTY works with the ADHD brain, not against it. Short conversations. Concrete next steps. No 20-step plans. Help for right now, not a curriculum you'll abandon by Tuesday.
How ILTY Helps
Works With Your Brain
Short, focused conversations that match ADHD attention patterns. No 45-minute sessions—get support in the window you have.
Break the Shame Spiral
Forgot something again? Missed another deadline? ILTY helps you process the shame without reinforcing it, then figure out the next move.
Executive Function Support
When everything feels equally urgent and impossible, ILTY helps you pick one thing. Not prioritize everything—just the next action.
Rejection Sensitivity
RSD (rejection sensitive dysphoria) is common with ADHD. ILTY helps you reality-test perceived rejection before the emotional spiral takes over.
Overwhelm Triage
When the to-do list triggers a shutdown, ILTY helps you move from paralysis to one small action. No productivity system required.
No Judgment for Inconsistency
Used ILTY daily for a week then vanished for a month? No guilt trips. No 'missed streaks.' Pick up where you need to.
What Conversations Look Like
ILTY isn't scripted. Here's the kind of support you can expect:
“I have 15 things to do and I can't start any of them. I've been sitting here for two hours doing nothing and now I'm panicking.”
That's executive function paralysis meeting anxiety—everything feels equally urgent so your brain refuses to start anything. Forget the list for a second. What's the one thing that, if you didn't do it today, would cause an actual problem tomorrow?
“My boss gave me a weird look in the meeting and I've been convinced I'm about to get fired for the last 3 hours.”
That's RSD doing its thing—taking a neutral social cue and running it through a catastrophe filter. Let's check: has your boss said anything negative recently? Any actual performance feedback? Or is this your brain writing a story from one facial expression?
Important: What ILTY Isn't
- • Not a replacement for therapy. If you have a diagnosed condition, professional treatment is important.
- • Not crisis support. If you're in crisis, please contact 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or your local emergency services.
- • Not medical advice. ILTY doesn't diagnose conditions or recommend medications.
ILTY is support for everyday challenges—the worry, the rumination, the difficult moments. For clinical conditions, it works best alongside professional care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can ILTY help with ADHD?
ILTY doesn't treat ADHD itself, but it helps manage the anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional dysregulation that often accompany it. Think of it as support for the emotional side of ADHD—the shame spirals, rejection sensitivity, and executive function paralysis.
Is ILTY designed for neurodivergent users?
ILTY's core design—short conversations, concrete next steps, multiple communication styles—naturally aligns with neurodivergent needs. No long programs to complete, no streaks to maintain, no guilt for inconsistent usage.
How is ILTY different from ADHD coaching apps?
ADHD coaching apps focus on productivity systems and habit tracking. ILTY focuses on the emotional side—processing the anxiety, shame, and overwhelm that come with ADHD. Many people use both: a productivity tool for tasks, ILTY for the feelings about tasks.
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Ready to Talk Through It?
ILTY is a free download on iOS with a 7-day trial, then a subscription. When you need support, start a conversation and see if it helps.
This page is informational and not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For diagnosis or treatment of adhd & anxiety, consult a qualified mental health professional. If you're in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) — available 24/7.