A couple of months ago, I gave my wife a list of possible psychiatrists who have experience with adult ADHD. She "left a couple of messages" for one of them, but did not follow up--too busy!
Earlier this week, I went on psychology today. I reached out to woman she tried to contact and heard back shortly. Unfortunately, she is not taking new patients.
I then reached out to some others listed on psychology today and found a woman who is a psychologist and a nurse can prescribe medications. Her office assures me that she has experience with adult ADHD. My wife actually made an appointment! I can't take off work to be there, but I am going to try to call in. I have also made a list of behaviors that I believe stem from ADHD so that my wife can't say, "Oh, I forgot to talk about those things."
Do everything you can to be part of initial session...
Submitted by Will It Get Better on
Your experience of living continually on the receiving end of an ADHDer's symptoms is invaluable for quantifying the extent and impact of the ADHDer's condition. In my experience the ADHDer does not even see the symptoms never mind the impact these symptoms have on others. That is part of the warped reality you are in. Just because it is strange does not mean it is not happening. Reading through these forums will reinforce that for you. Good luck and hopefully the medication path will begin a successful ADHD management journey for both of you.
I’m glad
Submitted by Brindle on
BoP, I really hope this is the start of some things getting better. I’m sure it will be a slow journey, but I really hope she listens and takes this seriously.
I agree w/ will it get better....
Submitted by c ur self on
But I will just add this thought....Be nice, let the first session be solely lead by the councilor...It's ok to have your ducks in a row, (list etc.)...But it's not going to happen quickly and you definitely don't want your spouse to feel like a project...Get offended, embarrassed and turned off...That will be hugely counterproductive....I know you are a caring husband, but, thought I would just throw this out as a reminder...
Hoping the best for you guys'
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