Organization

Do the two of you have the experience of the ADHD spouse talking about all the great things he/she would like to do, but then not turning those things into reality?  When the ADHD spouse wakes up in the morning thinking "I have to get control of my day" but then doesn't really know how?  You may well.  Here is one specific idea to help the ADHD spouse turn the ideas into reality. >>> Read more >>>

Do you have trouble keeping your workspace organized?  Are there papers and objects everywhere?  Piles upon piles?  If so, here are five specific, ADHD-friendly steps that will clean up your office fast, then make it easier to keep it that way: >>> Read more >>>

Does it make sense for you to use a coach to get more organized?  If so, how do you find the right coach?  Certified Organizer Coach®, Sue West, has written a guest blog post to help you understand the different types of organization coaches, and where you might go to find one who fits your needs. >>> Read more >>>

People with ADD have a higher rate of debt, more impulsive spending, and more arguments with their partner/spouse over money issues.  However, there is hope (and help available).    >>> Read more >>>

I've been "away" from this forum for several weeks, coping with my ADHD spouse's annual Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) complications.  I had had high hopes for this year -- we had come up with carefully determined formula for taking his seasonal meds and using his light therapy and it seemed to be working great.  During years where he doesn't follow his program, we usually aren't talking to each other by the end of January.  This year we had a delightful start to the new year, and I was hoping that for the first time in 20 years, we would be able to hold onto the progress >>> Read more >>>

Do you have trouble paying your bills on time and keeping your finances organized?  Lots of people with ADD do, and it can be a real source of conflict in an ADHD marriage (say nothing of hurting your credit rating).  This post from our forum on what to do about this is so good that I wanted to make sure everyone saw it.  Go to this link to learn tricks for improving your bill paying.  And thanks to our reader, "Comissar", for the input!

In a blog about ADHD and marriage, it’s all too easy to “hyperfocus” on the ins and outs of relationships, without looking at some more general issues that many have with ADHD.  We got this post recently from a man who is having trouble focusing at work.  So, for all of you who have trouble getting going at work, here are some tips:

The post:
“I can't seem to get started at work each day.  For as long as I recall, as a student I would do all sorts of tasks but not study.  Focus is hard and my mind wanders. Currently I use 40mg of Adderall, but unless there's lots of pressure, starting daily things involving work are simply avoided.  How can I organize myself so I can start and follow through and, hopefully, enjoy it?” >>> Read more >>>