ADHD Big Brother alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as ADHD Big Brother (productivity gamification, ADHD strategies and community games). The closest matches are Lindsey Mack's Complexity Edge, Notes from Peter Shankman and The Female Lead. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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A collection of articles covering ADHD, Depression and other mental health crap, written by Russ Jones, host of the podcast ADHD Big Brother.

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  1. 1

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    For high-capacity, complex minds who’ve been called “a lot” and suspect it might actually be an advantage. Lindsey Mackereth, therapist & creator of Neurocomplexity, decodes masked autism, ADHD, and giftedness into…

    Likely audience: mental health advocates

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: Notes from Peter Shankman is a culture-focused newsletter that publishes personal essays on productivity, mental health, and personal growth. Content mixes travel anecdotes, writing habit reflections, digital detox…

    Likely audience: frequent business travelers

    1 shared topic

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    The Female Lead43K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: The Female Lead publishes culture-focused essays, interviews, and investigative reports centered on women's health, journalism, and historical fiction. The publication mixes long-form feature stories with…

    Likely audience: mental health professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Adulting with ADHD34K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 15, 2026

    Hi ADHDers! Here’s a personal insight into what it’s like clumsily navigating life with a late ADHD diagnosis! Adulting with ADHD guide on Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/0a32PqzH

    Likely audience: Adults with ADHD

    1 shared topic

  5. 5

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    Exploring critical, philosophical, and scientific debates in psychiatric practice and the psy-sciences

    Likely audience: psychiatrists

    1 shared topic

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    Not So Smug Now11K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: A personal essay newsletter covering product recommendations, mental health, and AI adoption in daily life. Recent issues mix product lists, glamping retreats, post-natal depression theory, and AI productivity…

    Likely audience: consumers seeking product recommendations

    1 shared topic

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    NeuroJustice™8K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: NeuroJustice™ publishes essays, checklists, and community announcements for neurodivergent adults—especially late-diagnosed AuDHD women and non-binary people—on family dysfunction, emotional regulation, rejection…

    Likely audience: neurodivergent individuals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago

    Clinical Psychologist. Mum to SEND kids. HG survivor. Helping SEND families build lives they love.

    Likely audience: Parents of neurodivergent children

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    Sainnah TDAH 7K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    Le TDAH comme on ne vous l'explique jamais. Ici, pas de conseils édulcorés ni de méthodes miracles. Vous êtes la pour briller pas pour vous conformer.

    Likely audience: Parents of neurodivergent children

    1 shared topic

  10. 10

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    Helping families & schools understand kids’ minds, strengthen relationships, and create calmer lives. Author: 8 Keys to Parenting Kids & Teens with ADHD and ADHD, Executive Function & Behavioral Challenges in the…

    Likely audience: Parents of children with ADHD

    1 shared topic

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    racheltenny4K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    Support for women with a late ADHD diagnosis, from a relatable therapist with a late diagnosis.

    Likely audience: Millennial neurodivergent women

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

    From recent posts: Lauren's data Substack publishes long-form essays that apply machine learning, data science, and statistical analysis to social, cultural, and economic phenomena. The publication targets readers interested in the…

    Likely audience: community organizers

    1 shared topic

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    Life on Hard Mode2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 18, 2026

    For people who found out they were autistic or had ADHD late—and who want to know what comes next

    Likely audience: content creators and newsletter writers

    1 shared topic

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    Dopamine Dating2K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 19, 2026

    From recent posts: Dopamine Dating publishes serialized personal essays and reflective stories focusing on dating experiences, ADHD management, and mental health struggles like PMDD. The publication targets women navigating relationships…

    Likely audience: people with ADHD

    1 shared topic

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    Substacklast post Jul 27, 2026

    Substack version of worldspiritsockpuppet.com, the blog of Katja Grace.

    Likely audience: Individuals with ADHD

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Letters from the Quiet Half publishes essays on gender dynamics, neurodivergence, and medical bias, targeting readers interested in social psychology and systemic critique. The publication mixes personal anecdotes with…

    Likely audience: Partners of neurodivergent individuals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Between Thinking and Doing is a newsletter for people with ADHD and productivity challenges, featuring articles on AI automation, cognitive load management, and strategies for overcoming procrastination. The publication…

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    mailchimpWeekly · last post 36 days ago

    David Allen's GTD® Methodology

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  19. 19

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    Where we address parenting teens with eating disorders, depression and anxiety through the lens of hope, authenticity and faith.

    Likely audience: Mental health advocates

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 37 days ago

    Short posts giving concrete examples about how you too can be a difficult woman, it's actually quite easy

    Likely audience: mental health advocates

    1 shared topic

  21. 21

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    Bold explainers, thoughtful pieces and some fun in between - usually about neurodivergency/ADHD, inclusivity, and tech.

    Likely audience: Coaches and life coaches

    1 shared topic

  22. 22

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    Innovative time management strategies to help you manage your day.

    Likely audience: Project managers

    1 shared topic

  23. 23

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    Likely audience: podcast listeners

    1 shared topic

  24. 24

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

    The intersection of midlife, single motherhood, and neurodivergence

    Likely audience: women in perimenopause

    1 shared topic

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