ADD symptoms

Clean Your Bedroom!

by Brenda on March 6, 2012

Are you getting spring fever? I know I am. We’ve had a mild winter here (much appreciated in Chicagoland) and already there are signs of spring. With spring, though, come a couple of things: spring cleaning and allergies. And if you have allergies, you know that spring cleaning is important, but also likely to stir [...]

You Are Not a Deficit or a Disorder

by Brenda on February 21, 2012

Having ADHD makes us feel bad about ourselves. We always seem to focus on the things we can’t do instead of the things we can. Instead of living in a tightly constricted box where everything is neat and orderly, we choose to live outside the box freely and with abandon. That is, we could if [...]

Entertaining with ADHD

by Brenda on February 14, 2012

This post is a part of BlogHer’s Life Well Lived – Getting Organized series. Join the discussion here and enter to win the sweepstakes here. Question: What is your best tip for hosting a gathering, get-together or party that is enjoyable and stress-free for both the host and guests? Entertaining can be so difficult for [...]

Making and Keeping Appointments

by Brenda on February 1, 2012

I have a busy week this week. Today I had to take the dog to the vet, tomorrow I get my hair cut, and on Wednesday I get my teeth cleaned. Now you know how we ADDers are about appointments. Getting your teeth cleaned, for instance, is usually every 6 months. That means that you [...]

ADHD and Addictions

by Brenda on January 25, 2012

Did you know that addictions are very common among people who have ADHD? It’s true. It often comes from self medicating – an attempt to control your symptoms of ADHD or anxiety or depression. Self medicating is not always a conscious act. Think about it – we have problems paying attention – so the beginnings [...]

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