I’m an adult female, recently diagnosed with ADHD – Predominantly Inattentive Type at the age of 55. Have you run across a lot of scenarios where women weren’t diagnosed until later in life because they (and their doctors) attributed their …
How do you approach and encourage a young adult with undiagnosed ADHD symptoms to get on board with those of us who understands the mysteries of the behaviors, without being too pushy?
I’ve always felt “different” and not as intelligent as my peers. My memory is awful and I can’t seem to put information I learn into a permanent mental memory folder sort of speak. Do others have this problem? I’ve noticed …
Happy 2016! This year we don’t have any articles about ADHD-friendly New Year’s Resolutions because living successfully with ADHD is a year-round sort of thing. So we’re jumping right into 2016! In this edition, we feature two articles that highlight …
“If you can believe it, the mind can achieve it.” Ronnie Lott This quote carries a message that Ronnie Sidney, II, the author of “Nelson Beats the Odds,” has lived by his entire life. “Nelson Beats the Odds,” is a …
Where can you see improvisation, listen to Bach, hear some ukelele music, and sing “Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys” all on the same night? At the Ann Arbor ADHD support group’s Bright and Shiny Talent Showcase, that’s …
By Duane Gordon I love the holidays. People are more cheerful, children are well behaved and the holiday baking, or eating! But that’s not it. The holidays offer a “perfect storm” of opportunities to go overboard! Put someone with ADHD …
For many, the holidays bring a mix of excitement, joy, and stress. This holiday season, remember to slow down and remind yourself that the best gifts often come in small packages….and I don’t mean from Tiffany’s! A kind word, laughter, and …
This week we have some exciting news to share! We have been thrilled to see so many wonderful events planned dedicated to building awareness and support for women with ADHD in the coming months. Of course, the acknowledged pioneer in …
Every year, the ADDA Board of Directors and Professional Advisory Board, along with a few other major supporters, meet for a three-day virtual Face-to-Face “State of the Organization” retreat. I’ll spare you the details, but I think it’s important to …