People with ADHD can achieve almost superhuman levels of focus (referred to as hyperfocus) in some situations, yet none at all in others. That’s because ADHD isn’t an attention deficit, but a broken attention regulation system. Hyperfocus is our secret superpower. Often, it’s also our undoing. Capable of an amazing state of flow, we’re unstoppable, and […]
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Is homeschooling right for your family?
Last week, we heard from Meg about homeschooling her oldest child, who has ADHD. Figuring out whether homeschooling is right for your family can be overwhelming. Checking in with Meg as we go, let’s explore a few questions you should ask yourself before taking the plunge. Do you have time? ADHD is highly heritable. If a […]
24-hour free web event for parents on Understood.org
I try to make parenting only one facet of this blog, but as adults with ADHD, many of us also parent children with ADHD. If you’d like some more information, Understood.org is hosting a free, all-day, live web event tomorrow. As part of Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Dyslexia Awareness Month, Understood.org is raising awareness and empowering parents […]