May 2008

Creating New Behaviors - a Resource

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on Thu, 05/29/2008 - 16:24
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There are two new resources that I want to make you aware of.  One is a new book by Nancy Ratey that provides a really interesting and useful approach to finally changing the ADHD behaviors that have seem so entrenched.  The other is an upcoming conference about ADHD, sponsored by ADDA. >>> Read more >>>

ADD and Marriage Problems: What to Tell Your Kids

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on Wed, 05/28/2008 - 13:19
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If you are in a marital crisis, do you say anything about it to your kids?  While the answer to this question is extremely personal, I think there are some rules of thumb.  Some of these are based in my personal feelings about how you foster trust in relationships, including the parent/child relationship.  I would love to hear what you think and your own approaches. >>> Read more >>>

The Care and Feeding of a Non-ADD Spouse

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on Tue, 05/13/2008 - 20:31
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I spend a lot of time helping non-ADD spouses understand how to interpret their ADD husband’s actions (or, more frequently, inactions – a word I use without judgment.)  I think it’s time to write a piece for the ADD male about what non-ADD women want.  Perhaps you’ve seen the movie “What Women Want”?  This is what I think you would hear if you were Mel Gibson and could hear your wife’s thoughts. >>> Read more >>>

Husband's Turn

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on Mon, 05/12/2008 - 17:22
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Many on this site have asked for my husband's ideas and opinions.  What's it like to have a non-ADD wife?  How did you come to terms with what ADD symptoms affect your marriage?  George has agreed to answer your questions here...but to keep him from being on the hook forever, I'm asking that you send your questions now (respond to this post) and up until May 23.  Then we'll let him get back to his own life!

ADD and Marriage: Keeping from Going Backwards

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 18:32
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I had a quick lesson yesterday in just how easy it is to fall back into old patterns when you are working to overcome anger and resentment.  But my day was also a reminder about what it takes to keep those emotions under control, so I thought I would share it with you. >>> Read more >>>