Connor DeWolfe is an actor and mental health advocate who has gained a large following on platforms like TikTok for his humorous and educational videos about living with ADHD. Diagnosed with the condition at age 14, Connor was taught by his parents to view his ADHD as a “superpower of creativity.” During the COVID-19 pandemic, he began sharing his personal journey with ADHD on TikTok to combat feelings of isolation. His videos, which often highlight the day-to-day realities and unique aspects of his “wacky ADHD brain,” quickly went viral, leading to him being known as “the ADHD guy.”

Connor’s content addresses various aspects of his ADHD, including hyper-focus, executive dysfunction, emotional dysregulation, and “time blindness.” He uses his platform to explain complex concepts in relatable ways, such as coining the term “confidence dumping” to describe the need for validation after accomplishing a task. Connor’s work has resonated with many people who have similar experiences, leading to a community where individuals with ADHD feel less alone. He has also shared tips and “hacks” for managing the condition, such as “body doubling” to initiate tasks and “habit stacking” to build routines.

Through his work, Connor aims to normalize conversations about mental health and educate others about the reality of living with invisible disabilities. He has stated that the feedback he receives from his audience, including messages about how his videos have helped improve relationships and provided guidance for parents of neuro invisible children, has been a “healing” experience. Connor’s goal is to continue using his platform to spread mental health awareness and make people with ADHD feel they are not alone.