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December 14, 2012
Turning ADHD Intentions into Actions
Do the two of you have the experience of the ADHD spouse talking about all the great things he/she would like to do, but then not turning those things into reality? When the ADHD spouse wakes up in the morning thinking "I have to get control of my day" but then doesn't really know how? You may well. Here is one specific idea to help the ADHD spouse turn the ideas into reality.
November 27, 2012
5 Steps for Organizing Your Office if You Have ADHD (and Even if You Don't!)
Do you have trouble keeping your workspace organized? Are there papers and objects everywhere? Piles upon piles? If so, here are five specific, ADHD-friendly steps that will clean up your office fast, then make it easier to keep it that way:
November 4, 2012
ADHD Marriage Turn Around - From Ready to Separate to Happier than Ever
Want to know what success looks like when you've pretty much lost hope and then turn things around? Here is a letter that came in to me this week that describes it so well that I thought I would share it. Of particular interest, I think, is the connection between the two partners as they progress - they create an upward spiral of positively reinforcing behavior that really helps them succeed.
November 1, 2012
New Yorkers Post Sandy - CHADD Talk Still On
I know that NYC is a mess these days, but perhaps a great way to wait for the crowds getting on the bus out of town to calm down would be to come to this Monday's talk about ADHD and marriage. Sponsored by CHADD, it will be held at 65 East 89th St. starting at 5:55 (doors open at 5:30) Info is here. I look forward to giving the talk and answering questions for all the brave souls who show up!
October 29, 2012
What to Say Thank You for in ADHD Marriages
A writer in this forum just posted about how important it is to remember the good in our partners. I re-post her thoughts here as well as add my own. I encourage you all to stop and take a moment to post something in this thread that is good about your partner - ADHD or not. Okay, so here is the post that moved me:
October 16, 2012
Do You Have an ADHD Kid Who Self-Medicates with Pot?
Self-medication with marijuana is pretty common. New research suggests that if that self-medication starts when you are a teen there are dire consequences for the developing brain. Here is a write up of some recent research on the topic.
October 11, 2012
4 Tips to Encourage a Reluctant ADHD Partner to try Meds
Lots of ADHD spouses are uncomfortable with the idea of trying medication as treatment for their ADHD – and some number flatly refuse. If you’re stuck in a battle with your partner over the importance of medication, here are four tips for you.
October 3, 2012
When Both Spouses Have ADHD
What’s it like when both partners have ADHD in a relationship? Is it different from when only one has ADHD? Are there other resources we need to know about? Are there different challenges? These are questions I get regularly and would like to answer here.
September 27, 2012
Do You Feel There is No Clear Path Out of Your Anger?
Are you in an ADHD relationship and feel as if there is no clear path out of your anger? Join the virtual ADHD Conference on October 2 from 2:00-3:00pm as Melissa Orlov helps you understand the underpinnings of that anger and how to calm your relationship. Listen to Melissa as she explains the program here. Register at ADHDConference.
Do you have specific ADHD questions? Dr. Hallowell will participate in the Virtual ADHD Conference on Monday, October 1 from 7:00 - 8:00pm. This is a unique opportunity to get your questions answered by the leading ADHD Experts, connect with the ADHD Community, and get the latest information on living with ADHD. Register at: adhdconference.
September 18, 2012
Sleep Disorders and ADHD
There has been some significant conversation around sleep disorders and ADHD here lately. Research suggests that sleep disorders and ADHD can go hand-in-hand. In fact, there is even some conversation about whether or not some people with ADHD actually suffer from Sleep Apnea, the symptoms of which are similiar to those of ADHD (hyperactivity in children, distractibility in adults). So here is a link to a good overview of what's known about sleep disorders and ADHD, put together by CHADD.
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