Your cellphone buzzes. It could be a phone call, a text, or an instant message. But is it worth the risk of checking your phone while you’re driving? Tuning the radio, talking with passengers, checking maps, and having friends or young children in the car can all be additional sources of distraction. For adult and…

It is spring and golden pollen is floating on the breeze. As you may be reaching for that over-the-counter allergy medication, have you considered its possible interaction with your prescription medication for ADHD? Many medications can interact with one another. While over-the-counter medications are generally considered safe for occasional use, some allergy and cold medications,…

How can you best help your child affected by ADHD be successful? And what is the difference between supportive parenting and overparenting, often called “helicopter parenting?” When your child struggles with executive function challenges—remembering homework, gym shoes and being able to make good decisions about the present and future—it can become a challenge to straddle…

If you haven’t done your income taxes yet, good news—you get three extra days this year. Due to a local holiday in Washington, DC, federal income tax returns can be postmarked as late as April 18. For many people dealing with the symptoms of ADHD―difficulty getting organized, losing paperwork and sustaining attention―the added time could…

Are you getting enough sleep? If you’re like one in three Americans you probably aren’t, and if you are someone affected by ADHD, you may have an even harder time getting enough sleep. According to a study in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, about 35 percent of…

Q: I can’t stand to go grocery shopping. I tell myself I’ll do it later and then I run out of time. I usually end up rushed at the store, grabbing whatever looks attractive to me in the moment. I end up with a cart full of food but nothing to really make meals for…

Too often, it seems that every other headline is about terrorist attacks, school shootings, or other horrible events. Children with ADHD, especially those with co-occurring anxiety, may need your help to cope with these scary events. As much as you try to shield your children from disturbing news reports, many young people find out about…

Q: My husband has ADHD and we are constantly fighting! I don’t know what to do about this anymore! We need suggestions, we need help. Frustrated Wife A: You’re not alone in this. Many couples affected by ADHD struggle with communication and often find themselves arguing. The symptoms of adult ADHD—inattention, forgetfulness and distractibility—are especially…

Did you ever think about how executive functions – memory, planning, and organization – are related to romance? When your executive function abilities are affected by ADHD, romance can be a bit of a struggle for you and your partner. Psychologist Ari Tuckman has worked with couples affected by ADHD and, in a special Ask the…

With all the Valentine’s Day commercials on TV and chocolate sales in grocery stores, this can sometimes be a difficult month for couples affected by ADHD. There can be unmet expectations for the “perfect” romance when the symptoms of ADHD lead to tension or disappointment in their relationship. Terry M. Dickson, MD, ACG,  who does…