Look for the Pain

As ADD Moms, we have a lot to do. There is a house to keep and people to take care of and lots of other things in between. And when you have ADHD, all of that – or even some of that – can be overwhelming. It’s no fun to clean the house, especially when […]

Preparing for the Holidays

A few weeks ago, I did about 75% of my holiday shopping online. I was so proud of myself, being ready for the holidays so soon. This morning I decided to check on my orders to see when they might arrive. It turns out that instead of having my shopping almost done, I have barely […]

Hormones and ADHD

I have always believed in a holistic approach to Attention Deficit Disorder because ADHD doesn’t just live in one part of your brain; things that go on in your body can affect your ADHD too. As ADD Moms, we already know how hormones can affect our lives. Our weight, our shape, our emotions and even […]

Impulse and ADHD

ADDers are prone to impulsive behavior – acting without thinking. But being impulsive is more about behavior, it’s about thinking and judgement too. Have you ever said something impulsively and then wished you could take it back? I know I have. Never ask someone when they are due if you don’t know for a fact […]

ADHD and Forgetfulness

Forgetfulness is sort of a hallmark of ADHD, don’t you think? That and an inability to focus are the things people most often associate with it. So how come we’re so forgetful? Well, there are a few reasons. First, our problems with Executive Function can add to our difficulty remembering the things we are supposed […]

Executive Function

When you get a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder (in any of it’s forms) you might also find out that you have poor executive functioning. Executive function refers to the brain’s ability to manage more than one thing at a time. Think of yourself as a large company with many functions and departments. Your brain […]