ADHD and Marriage Blog

Why is my partner always angry?

Submitted by NLKohlenberger on 06/26/2014.

I've read so many comments on the Forum recently about ADHD partners/spouses who seem to have problems with anger, and in some cases..rage.  I can certainly appreciate how difficult it is to live with someone who seems to get triggered into this kind of reaction without a substantial reason.  Melissa recently wrote an article on just this topic in EMax Health.  Research done in Feb. seems to suggest that those with ADHD may be genetically predisposed to what is called "emotional lability."  This is just a fancy term for moodiness, ie. irritability, or a short fuse...anger responses.

Nothing to feel embarassed about

Submitted by NLKohlenberger on 06/21/2014.

I appreciate Melissa’s introduction of me, the co-author of her latest book, The Couple’s Guide to Thriving with ADHD.  I will be guest-blogging here for a bit, and it is my honor to do so.  I look forward to sharing some thoughts with you, and I hope you will share your thoughts with me as well.

Some Temporary Changes at ADHDMarriage.com - Introducing Nancie Kohlenberger

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 06/11/2014.

Hello to all of my blog readers!  I want to let you know that I will be taking a medical leave starting about June 18, lasting possibly into August.  The website will be up and running, and Nancie Kohlenberger, the co-author of The Couple's Guide to Thriving with ADHD and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, will be posting here and keeping an eye on the forum conversations. Welcome, Nancie!

How to Broach the Topic of ADHD with a Loved One

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 05/29/2014.

You suspect your partner might have ADHD but are unsure how to bring up the topic.  What do you do?

Getting Support from Family and Friends Around ADHD Issues

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 05/27/2014.

Being in an ADHD-impacted relationship can feel lonely, so sharing information and getting support from loved ones and close friends can really help the healing process.  But how to broach the subject?

Can We Stop Beating Each Other Up?

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 05/15/2014.

A woman with ADHD asks for more support here for those who have this special kind of mind…and I agree.  But taking the negativity private isn’t the only way to go.

Marriage is a Marathon - 25 Years of Training...

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 05/06/2014.

Today marks our 25th wedding anniversary - an event well worth celebrating! I would like to reflect on the benefits of running the marathon that is marriage...

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