ADHD and Marriage Blog

ADHD Valentine's Lament

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 01/30/2018.

Roses are red...Tips for making this Valentine's Day a success if you have ADHD.

ADHD, Women, and Pregnancy

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 01/19/2018.

A nice article has just been released in USA Today reviewing that more women with ADHD are getting diagnosed and using ADHD medications.  With a high rate of unplanned pregnancies for women of child-bearing age, experts weigh in on how to handle pregnancy and these medications.

Hardships of an ADHD Partner

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 01/08/2018.

A man with ADHD sent me a short poem about his experiences in his relationship.  His emotional devastation gives voice to one aspect of the ADHD side of relationship troubles.

5 Reasons He Refuses to Admit He Has ADHD - And What To Do

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 12/28/2017.

To you, the distraction, trouble following through and general struggle suggest ADHD.  Plus, you have kids who’ve been diagnosed with ADHD.  Yet your partner refuses that he (or she) shows all the signs.  What do you do?

5 Tips for Having the Happiest Holiday Ever

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 12/21/2017.

With more than the usual numbers of commitments, the holidays can be stressful.  Here are some tips for lessening the tension and upping the joy factor.

How Do You Know When to Quit A Relationship?

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 12/18/2017.

Just saying 'you know in your heart' when to call it quits on your relationship is not quite enough.  

What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria and How Does it Relate to ADHD?

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 11/24/2017.

A man with ADHD shares his ‘aha’ moment of learning that his ADHD included Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, an often undiagnosed, but not very well ‘hidden,’ part of ADHD for many adults.  Do you have RSD?  What does RSD mean for your relationship?  How do you treat Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria?

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