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When Love Gets Lost in Translation
…something doesn’t go according to plan. Here are three techniques that an ADHD partner can use to communicate better with their non-ADHD partner: Repeat back what you heard. If you…
ViewSeeing ADHD in Full: Permission as a Foundation of ADHD Care
…challenges unmanageable. But recognizing ADHD for what it truly is, with self-compassion, staying proactive, and caring for yourself allows for precision in planning and problem solving. By giving yourself permission…
ViewTime Management and ADHD: To-Do Lists
…a to-do list looks like To-do lists can be for short-term (a day) or long-term (a year) planning. You might need both, but it’s best to keep them separate. If…
ViewInattentive Women with ADHD
…to transition from her sanctuary and gear herself up for the challenges of social interaction. Kathy never entertained. The thought of making her house look perfect, much less planning and…
ViewCoaching Kids with ADHD in Sports
…to practice, they may need more structure. Perhaps you can help them to make a practice plan for themselves. Alternatively, apps or programs such as Dribble Up, which provide online…
ViewI’ll Do It… Later: A Multi-Lens Approach to Understanding and Addressing Procrastination
…According to behavioral economics, this has to do with time-inconsistent preferences, or our tendency to plan for long-term goals, only to abandon them when the moment arrives to get started….
ViewAce the Break: Prevent the Summer (and COVID) Slide
…create a personalized learning plan. Setting aside time with someone who can provide your kid with one-on-one academic attention and accountability can help reduce your family’s stress this summer and…
ViewReignite Your Resolutions
…taking the stairs, or making a doctor’s appointment. Here’s why New Year Themes work: Rather than telling yourself you are going to do one thing all year long-a plan sure…
ViewOrganizing the Home and Office Space
…needed. Record your deadline and the organizing times in the day planner. 2. Divide your selected space into sections or centers Divide the space you are working on into a…
ViewParenting Your Child with ADHD for Career Success
…when they explore interests, relationships, or cities, and make decisions that are so foreign to us? Separation is tricky. We nurtured them, instilled values, have grand plans for their lives,…
ViewParental Guilt and Shame
…consumption of social media, and deficits in our self-compassion. Unrealistic expectations for our parenting I quip to the parents in my practice: if you parent the way you plan to…
ViewThe Student’s Responsibilities at College
…Six modules offer tips and strategies to keep track of assignments, quizzes, tests, and other important dates; plan and complete assignments; work with the college’s disability service office; establish routines;…
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