Adult ADHD and perfectionist tendencies can go hand in hand as a coping mechanism when one is unsure that one's skills will be good enough for a task or for approval from others.
The pressures of 2020 stripped couples' lives to the basics and impacted how they perceived their bonds, not always for the better. How do we survive those feelings?
In the first weeks, there was anxiety, but also a sense of purpose (find the right supplies; learn to work from home, etc.) Now the emotions are different and, for many, darker.
Some are scared that they will be the victim of their ADHD partner’s poor hygiene habits or risky behavior. They are correct to be anxious, but there are ways to improve things.
Valentine's Day is a tricky holiday for some with ADHD. But their partners are likely to want some version of the same thing. Here are some ideas that can work, even last minute.
For many couples impacted by ADHD it's important to grieve the loss of romantic dreams in order to build something stronger and healthier. Here's one way to do it.
Time management is a common area of conflict for ADHD adults and those who love them. ADHD partners may think their partner should just "lighten up" but it's not that simple.
Frustrated adults are quick to tell their partners what they should be doing in order to get things done more quickly, but it's the wrong choice. Here's why.
Parent/child dynamics in ADHD relationships leave more organized partners in charge...but frustrated...that they still aren't getting what they want. 8 tips for getting more.
It's not an affair, it's 'just flirting,' but it can hurt nonetheless. ADHD symptoms can make the situation even more complicated. Here are 5 strategies that can help.
Do you and your partner fight a lot? Are you hiding your feelings because you fear your partner's response? It's time to practice skills that will keep your disagreements calm.
Stimulant medications are controlled substances. Should adults with ADHD be worried? Here's what the research suggests about rates of addiction and stimulant medications.
This could be one of the most common mistakes that partners make: taking on too much of their partner's responsibilities. It seems helpful but instead hurts you both.