I’ve been getting variations of this, “do you need an ADHD diagnosis?” question so it’s time to stop avoiding and actually write down my thoughts. ADHD is just one part of what makes you, you. It is not an identity. So I usually avoid answering this question because my opinion isn’t relevant to your life. […]
Tag Archives: ADHD awareness
Things All Moms With ADHD Understand
There are moms, and then there are Moms with ADHD. Anyone who tells you being a mom is sunshine and rainbows all the time is either lying or delusional. Only other moms with ADHD can truly understand the complexity of our situation. There have been some really good articles and books written about women […]
Classy Comebacks To Comments About ADHD
No matter where you turn, people are making rude comments about ADHD. If you’re parent to a child with ADHD you’ve heard something along the lines of, “He just needs a whoopin.” Or better yet, “He needs a foot up his a$$!” Perhaps your parents were given this advice about you! (I know mine were.) […]
Join Me at the 2019 ADHD Conference
You probably think I’m joking but I’m not, YOU should join me the 2019 ADHD Conference. I wrote about my first Conference experience in 2017. I had so much fun I’ve gone back each year since. This year’s Annual International Conference on ADHD will be taking place November 7-9th in Philadelphia, PA. If you have […]
I Gave My Child ADHD
I gave my child ADHD. I also gave him wavy hair and a love of sarcasm. Maybe you also gave your child ADHD? I guarantee you also gave them some other stuff as well. A few weeks ago my son was struggling at Jujitsu. He was supposed to do a front roll and he […]
Is ADHD Coaching and Support Right For You?
I provide ADHD group coaching and support. Consequently, this post is probably a really bad business move for me. Working with clients, I have seen two basic attitudes about life with ADHD. Some of us immediately jump in and make the best of it. (coaching, therapy, education) While others become overwhelmed and stuck looking for […]
I Started A Blog For ADHD Women
In early 2015 I was desperate to form a community for ADHD women. I wanted something different from what I was finding all over Facebook. I wanted an educational resource with a positive spin, so I started researching like a crazy person. While reading Terry Matlen’s Book, and then Sari Solden’s book, I started […]
Can Untreated ADHD Shorten Your Life?
If you follow me on Instagram then you know that I attended the Annual International Conference on ADHD a couple weeks ago. I love this event. The speakers are interesting, people are friendly, and you really get a sense of community. Next year the conference will be in Philadelphia and I would love to […]
