For some adults with ADD/ADHD, the holiday season is a wonderful time. They thrive in the excitement and rush of holiday shopping, parties and events that become a part of their daily lives. For others, the holiday season brings out their feelings of incompetence. The hectic days are overwhelming and “to-do” lists become longer with nothing getting accomplished. They feel more distressed than joyful, more upset than happy. Whether you are attending or hosting a party, shopping or...
Read moreTwo of the biggest problems that anyone with ADHD faces are staying organized and finishing tasks. So the prospect of looking for a new job... Read more »
Money management, including budgeting, saving, paying bills and saving for the future, requires organization, patience, attention to... Read more »
I'm in a meeting at work (actually, a presentation) and I'm noting, as usual, how still most people (okay, pretty much everyone in the... Read more »
Throughout this past year, we have shared so much wonderful information about living with the challenges and benefits of ADHD, both in... Read more »
Last week we talked about one of the major symptoms of adult ADHD - being forgetful. This week we'll discuss another doozy - losing things.... Read more »
Work closely with your doctor to create a treatment plan. This should include making sure you have an accurate diagnosis. Often, with ADD, there... Read more »
Some common problems associated with ADD/ADHD usually include disorganization, losing items and procrastination. Some ideas and tips to help... Read more »
High school graduation can signify many things: an entry into the adult world, the end of childhood, the beginning of working full time or maybe... Read more »
As you were raising your children, you imagined how they would be as they grew up. Maybe you pictured them going to college and getting a good job.... Read more »
Accept where you are in life. You may not yet have accomplished all that you wanted or what others have expected of you. Know that is okay. ... Read more »