ADHD / ADD Support Group
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) are more common than you might think. It is a syndrome that exhibits symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, mood shifts, poor impulse control, and distractibility. Join others who suffer from these conditions and share your experiences.
I don't know why I didn't notice before but recently I have come to the realization that without medication my daughter (she just turned 7) truly has a disability. She can't do much without me following her to make sure she completes each task (mornings are awful at our house). She can't stop talking long enough to listen, when you talk to her she looks through you, and has done some scary things, like ran in front of cars and followed strangers because she was intrigued by them. The problem is that I feel like such an awful parent because I get sooo frustrated with her when her meds haven't taken effect yet or her meds have worn off. How does everyone else cope?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I understand the running into traffic..the talking to strangers..the ever having to be vigolent about what is going on.... I guess my advice is....take short cuts...and don't feel guilty for them! If a shower at night works for a better morning..I do it! If an hour in the bathroom in the morning is what the kids do..I try to plan for that. Above all else...I even get up early to have a sane/quiet coffee before the day starts to get all rushed! I don't know if any of this makes sense...I'm running off fumes again..:o) Good luck...we are busy Mom's and Dad's and Grandparents and family memebers and friends..we are good people not bad people..frustration happens!! :o)