The three major symptoms of ADHD: hyperactivity, impulsiveness and inattention can create many problems in people's lives. They can interfere with relationships, school and work. But there are also many positive characteristics of adult ADD/ADHD.
Hyperactivity is most often described as "feeling as if driven by a... Read more
Housekeeping has never been a strong point for many adults with ADHD. Disorganization and clutter abound. Tasks are left undone, projects half finished. This can become a problem in a relationship when one person is concerned about the "neatness" of the household and feels uncomfortable amid the clutter. Resentment can build as... Read more
I hope that everyone has been enjoying the Many Faces of ADHD so far. It is important that we all learn from each other, share experiences and most of all, know that we are not alone in our struggles. It is with this in mind that I began this project. So far we have the following "faces" Steven's Profile Dr.... Read more
ADHD doesn't just impact the life of the person that has been diagnosed, it can affect on every life around them. So is the case with Brooke. Brooke doesn't have ADHD, but her husband does. Inattention is the major symptom her husband struggles with. He has a hard time following conversations and that has led to poor... Read more
ADHD is not a "one size fit all" diagnosis. Although there are some main characteristics common in people with ADHD, there are also many differences. You might have a problem with following conversations or keeping up with daily responsibilities. Another person might struggle with balancing their work and family life and keeping it all... Read more
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