ADHD and Marriage Blog

"Reward Focused Brain" Doesn't Accurately Describe the ADHD Experience

Someone who has participated in a number of our programs wrote in to talk about why the commonly-used expression ‘reward-focused’ brain does not accurately describe the ADHD experience. For those trying to understand what those with ADHD go through, and the unconscious implications of language, this is definitely a worthwhile read.

Dos and Don'ts for Finding a Couples Therapist if You or Your Partner Has ADHD

Couples impacted by adult ADHD have very specific patterns that professionals trained in working with ADHD will immediately recognize, while other professionals may mistakenly interpret. To make the best progress, it's important to ask some specific questions of a professional with whom you might work.

The Hidden Grief of ADHD: What It Is and Where It Comes From

When we think of grief, we usually imagine mourning someone we've lost. But grief isn’t just about death—it’s also about lost time, missed opportunities, misunderstood identities, and the pain of not being seen or supported.

Got Conflict? Get Curious About Your Parts

Turn patterns of conflict into pathways of connection. ADHD-impacted couples struggle to connect rather than fight or escape, but IFS parts work can change that.

What is Parent-Child Dynamics, and is It in Your Relationship?

Parent-child dynamics isn't about adults and their kids. It’s a pattern found in most struggling ADHD-impacted relationships that might spell the end of that relationship if left unaddressed by either partner. This post provides a quick overview.

Navigating Financial Decisions in ADHD-Affected Marriages

Money is one of the biggest stressors in any relationship, and when ADHD is in the mix, financial decisions can feel even more overwhelming. One partner forgets to pay the electric bill—again. The other is frustrated that their budget plan never sticks. Impulse spending, missed due dates, and conflicting money habits can quickly spiral into resentment on both sides.

Helping Impulsivity with the Yes/No Concept

A simple concept can go a long way to helping you avoid impulsive choices that you might regret later.

ADHD and Marriage Blog

"Reward Focused Brain" Doesn't Accurately Describe the ADHD Experience

Dos and Don'ts for Finding a Couples Therapist if You or Your Partner Has ADHD

The Hidden Grief of ADHD: What It Is and Where It Comes From

Got Conflict? Get Curious About Your Parts

What is Parent-Child Dynamics, and is It in Your Relationship?

Navigating Financial Decisions in ADHD-Affected Marriages

Helping Impulsivity with the Yes/No Concept

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