Avoidance and ADHD

For a few weeks now, I have been meaning to open a second bank account at our bank. It’s really not that hard – the bank is close by, the people are very nice, and if I wanted, I could even do a lot of it online. And yet, I have been avoiding it, putting […]

Timely Tips

As ADD Moms, our lives are always busy. And since we do have ADHD, things can easily take over or get out of hand. I am always looking for ways to manage my time more effectively, so that I can feel as though things are done (for now at least) and I can relax a […]

Unplugged

Just wanted to post a quick update – my family is taking the first few days of December to unplug from tv and the Internet. See you Friday!

5 Foods to ADD to Your Diet

Low levels of dopamine have been linked to ADHD, depression, trouble focusing or concentrating, low energy, and even weight gain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that helps your brain recognize sources of pleasure. Stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition and even some medications can reduce the amount of dopamine in your body. The good news is […]

Clearing Clutter

We are almost at the end of the year. For many of us, December is holiday time, and that often means exchanging gifts. Exchanging gifts or receiving gifts from others means that we have more stuff. Have you ever tried to put away the toys on Christmas day or even on your child’s birthday and […]

Holidays and ADHD

This Thursday is Thanksgiving here in the United States. Most of us will spend the holiday with family members we don’t see on a regular basis. For those of us with ADHD, all of that celebrating and family time can be especially difficult. Holidays can be extra stressful when you have ADHD. If you’re the […]