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 […]
ADHD: The Basics
There are always people newly diagnosed with ADHD who have questions about what it is, so I thought a little ADD 101 was in order. ADD, ADHD, Attention Deficit Disorder – which one is it? Many years ago when Attention Deficit Disorder was first being recognized, it was thought that there were two kinds: ADD […]
ADD Moms Lifeskills Planner
It’s here! It’s finally here! For years I’ve searched for the perfect planner that would help me keep my life in order. I never found anything that worked as well as I wanted, so I decided to make my own. And now it’s here – my Lifeskills Planner – tailored to the needs of ADD […]
It’s A Dinner Revolution!
You know sometimes I write about meal preparation and the importance of a good balanced diet. Those things may not seem to be related to ADHD but they really are. A good diet is essential for maintaining your body and brain health. A healthier brain functions better and if you’re making sure to include lean […]
Keeping the Family Fed: Meal Planning
Did you know that meal planning and grocery shopping are more difficult for ADD Moms because we have ADHD? It makes sense when you think about it. In order to keep our family fed, we have to plan meals, add ingredients we need to a list (plus anything else we need), buy the groceries (getting […]
Why Can’t We Just Throw it Out?
I have a story to tell you. I bet you’ll be able to relate. My husband (who has ADHD) keeps a messy pile of “work clothes” on the floor of our bedroom. These are the clothes he uses to paint in or do other messy chores. Apparently they aren’t worth washing but he is willing […]