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 [...]
by Brenda on November 25, 2011
A few weeks ago, I did about 75% of my holiday shopping online. I was so proud of myself, being ready for the holidays so soon. This morning I decided to check on my orders to see when they might arrive. It turns out that instead of having my shopping almost done, I have barely [...]
by Brenda on November 21, 2011
ADDers are prone to impulsive behavior – acting without thinking. But being impulsive is more about behavior, it’s about thinking and judgement too. Have you ever said something impulsively and then wished you could take it back? I know I have. Never ask someone when they are due if you don’t know for a fact [...]
by Brenda on September 14, 2011
When you have Attention Deficit Disorder, you are always “gifted” with other things as well. ADHD never travels alone. Anxiety, learning disabilities, and depression are some of ADHD’s more common traveling companions. It’s important that you treat these things in a manner that’s comfortable for you. There is no shame in using medication for mental [...]
by Brenda on August 18, 2011
You know that you can easily be overwhelmed by too much of anything: to much to do, too much stuff in your space, too much to try and understand. But did you know that your senses can be overwhelmed too? If you’ve ever driven past an area where a skunk just perfumed the air then [...]