We’ve all made jokes about our ADHD. A little gallows humor can keep us from getting too down on ourselves. But be careful. Impulsivity, time-blindness, and low self-esteem can create the perfect storm — and a potentially life-threatening situation. ADHD has a dark side, and several studies suggest it increases suicide risk as much as […]
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Blame shifting: when someone you love puts it all on you
If you love someone with ADHD, you may know too well how blame shifting hurts a relationship. There are many ways to shift the blame: “If you didn’t make me so angry all the time, I wouldn’t explode at you. Would you rather I bottled it all up?” “I wouldn’t have gotten a speeding ticket […]
Book Review: How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk has been called “the ultimate parenting bible,” and rightly so. Nearly everything you need to know about communicating with children — and people in general — lies within its pages. Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish preach a style of parenting that feels […]