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ADHD & Marriage News - March 17, 2026

Quote of the Week

“When you start down the road to revenge, first dig two graves."

- Confucius

We Could Be Nicer

I was working with a couple recently about how they interact with each other. Their basic conclusion was ‘we could certainly be nicer to each other.’ As we continued talking, it was clear that both also knew HOW to communicate in a more respectful, nicer way. Yet they were having trouble making that choice when talking with each other.

You can imagine the result.

Sometimes we ‘just don’t feel like’ being kind to our partner…but as Confucius suggests, when we stop making that effort we impact our own self and our own lives as much as our partner’s.

So, when deciding how to respond to your partner, always ask yourself “How could I be kind?” It will improve your life.

STARTING NEXT WEEK!

LIVE Couples' ADHD Effect In-Depth Seminar Begins Wednesday, March 25th!

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No matter where you are in the world.... you can take our life-changing ADHD Effect In-Depth Couples' Seminar.

Repair your marriage & learn to thrive now!

Melissa Orlov, the leading expert in ADHD relationships, and senior consultants, Rachel Ban and Ashley Paradise, help partners improve their lives together.

NON-ADHD Partner Support Groups

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Does you partner have ADHD? Led by trusted ADHD-savvy professionals, each session focuses on one or two topics chosen by group members for in-depth exploration. Get support and advice on your biggest issues and problems.

Seven Monday at 5pm EDT: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4

Seven Monday at 9pm EDT: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4

Seven Tuesday at 9pm EDT: March 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5

ADHD Partner Support Group

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Are you the partner with ADHD? Led by trusted ADHD-savvy professionals, each session focuses on one or two topics chosen by group members for in-depth exploration. Participants have space to speak honestly. Feel understood, connect with others who truly “get it” and gain valuable insight and advice.

Seven Thursdays at 4:30pm EDT - March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7

Limited to 10 people

Seminars, Groups:

Intent to Action (i2a) Membership Program - (Registration Ongoing). i2a helps couples impacted by ADHD find practical strategies, a safe space to work through challenges, and a supportive community of peers. Included: Office Hours. Weekly Action Tips. Workshops. Book Club. Community Discussion Forum. Unlimited Video Replays. Our mission is to equip you with actionable expert guidance, a reduced sense of isolation, and foster real, lasting change in your relationships. Learn more and sign up here!

Live ADHD Effect In-Depth Couples' Seminar - (Registration Open) Starts NEXT WEEK. Is your relationship in trouble? Melissa and senior consultants help partners improve their lives together in this premier 9-session ZOOM seminar that has changed the lives of many, many couples impacted by ADHD. Mental Health Professionals, learn about our Affiliates Program.

The Self-Study Seminar - (Ongoing) Move at your own pace. Includes materials & recordings from recent live seminar lessons and Q&As. 3 months of Office Hours to support your learning! Military and Mental Health Professional discounts.

Non ADHD Partner Support Group - (Registration Open) - Starts NEXT WEEK. Join a community exploring similar issues; learn from each other's successes and struggles; find new, more effective ways to be your best self in your relationship.

ADHD Partner Support Group - (Registration Open) - Starts NEXT WEEK. Participants have space to speak honestly about what’s hard. Feel understood, connect with others who truly “get it” and gain valuable insight and advice.

Couples Support Group - (Full) - Seven sessions. 5 couples only will work with Internal Family Systems (IFS) master facilitator, Jason Weber, to understand what ‘parts’ of themselves are participating in the parent-child dynamics and learn how to compassionately move away from it.

Foundations in Habit Development - (Expected Fall 2026) This special series is for ADHD partners who have completed The ADHD Effect Couples' Seminar. This two month program helps you solidify the changes you have started to make.

ADHD & Marriage Consulting Group - (Ongoing) - Work with an ADHD expert who understand the issues faced by individuals and couples impacted by ADHD. We STRONGLY recommend you also take the ADHD Effect In-Depth Couples' Seminar

Therapist Training & more - (Ongoing) - For counselors, therapists, social workers, coaches, and other professionals who currently work with adults and couples impacted by ADHD, or who would like training to help improve their skills in this important therapeutic area.

Free Resources:

Is there hope? This video may help you answer that question:

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