ADHD and Marriage Blog

ADHD at the Holidays - Seek and Celebrate the Gifts You Already Have

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 11/24/2010.

There are lots of extra challenges in many households this time of year – but there is opportunity for growth and love, too.  Here’s my idea to make this year’s holiday season happier and easier – seek and celebrate the gifts you already have.

Five Ideas for Better Money Management When You Have ADHD

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 11/15/2010.

People with ADD have a higher rate of debt, more impulsive spending, and more arguments with their partner/spouse over money issues.  However, there is hope (and help available).   

Exercise Helps Manage ADHD, Depression, Addiction and More!

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 11/02/2010.

John Ratey, author of Spark!, has just posted a wonderful new website that explains the science behind why it's so good for people with ADHD (and also people without) to exercise.  He explains in detailed but understandable language how exercise's impact on the brain helps with ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, age-related memory loss and more.

Tested Treatments for ADHD

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 10/29/2010.

I’ve recently had the pleasure to “meet” (long distance) Kathrine Ellison, the Pulitzer Prize winning journalist who is the author of a new book on ADHD.  It’s called “Buzz” (her son’s nickname) and tracks a year in her life with her ADHD son as the two of them learn to get along better.  She also has ADHD, so apparently the result is a book that is funny, heartwarming, and full of information about how you can help a teen with ADHD.

Orlov and Hallowell Now Blogging for Psychology Today, Too

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 10/20/2010.

Dr. Ned Hallowell and I have both been asked by the editors of Psychology Today to join their ranks of bloggers.  Today I created my first post there, titled "ADHD Isn't Just for Kids - Adults Feel Big Impact in Marriage."  It's an overview to introduce readers to the basics of why one should be paying attention to adult ADHD.  For those of you who have "curious minds," take a peek at the wide variety of offerings at the Psychology Today site home page - some very interesting ideas explored there.

NHPR Radio Interview - How ADHD Affects Marriage

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 10/20/2010.

I was interviewed last week on public radio about ADHD and its impact on marriage.  You can listen to the interview at this link.  It's about 12 minutes long - click on the "listen" button to the right of the picture.  Enjoy!

ADHD and Marriage: What It's Like to Own an ADHD Brain

Submitted by MelissaOrlov on 10/05/2010.

You are not alike, and one of the big differences between you is what it feels like to live with your brain.  You may be surprised at just how different your head feels than your partners, once you start to discuss it (go ahead – it’s a fun conversation!)  So, in the words of those who know first hand, what IS it like to see the world “through” an ADHD brain?

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