Before my diagnosis, I lived with reckless behavior, substance abuse, difficulty in school, lack of concentration, disorganization, poor time management and procrastination. I had a serious impulse control problem. I discovered I had ADHD when I had a confrontation with my professor about not bringing down my final exam. It was so bad, they called […]
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Practical Advice for Overwhelmed ADHD Moms
Mom’s who have children with ADHD have so many responsibilities, and it can take a toll on your mind and body. It is just an extremely busy and taxing time in our lives, while your children are young and need us so much. In addition we have housework, errands and work among other things… It can be exhausting, physically […]
See MoreOvercoming Feeling Like A Failure For Women with ADHD
Everyone hates to fail, but for a women with ADHD failing can bring on feelings of disappointment, anger, frustration, sadness & regret. If you have a fear of failure that is holding you back, here are some ways to get unstuck and take action. Recognize that fear is just a feeling – Fear can’t hurt you. It […]
See MoreSteps to Help College Students With ADHD Create a Time Management System
When the young adult starts college, they may be excited by how much unstructured and unscheduled time they have. But that freedom can be difficult for students with ADHD who have trouble with time management and with sensing the passage of time. The last minute homework assignment or studying for an exam can easily derail their efforts to stay […]
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