I’ve had my share of hassles filling stimulant prescriptions. Maybe you have, too. It’s not always easy. There was the 2012 shortage, when pharmacy after pharmacy dismissed me with a simple, “yeah, we don’t have that.” Even under normal circumstances, I’ve felt limited to whatever generic the pharmacy happens to stock. I recently switched to name-brand […]
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What’s it like to homeschool a child with ADHD?
Some kids with ADHD are lucky enough to thrive in school. The concrete expectations and structure compensate for their executive functioning weaknesses. Others struggle mightily just to sit at a desk. I recently caught up with my lovely friend Meg to talk about homeschool. Meg runs her own business in addition to caring for three children, […]
Why you need to stop putting yourself last
If you’re a parent with ADHD, it’s easy — maybe even automatic — to put yourself last. I’m not always flush with well-focused energy. Sometimes I think I owe it all to my family. Because I’m always behind on something, I never feel like I’ve earned time for myself. The problem is, time for ourselves […]