Managing Adult Attention Deficit Disorder

Attention Deficit Disorder or what we call, ADD, is a condition that has long been associated with childhood. Children with ADD have a difficult time organizing and completing assignments, concentrating during class, acting impulsively and fidgeting at their desks. Having untreated ADD is very disruptive in all areas of a child's life including their grades, sports performance, extracurriculars, and social interactions.

ADD, however, is not just a condition of childhood. It also impacts adults and is just as disruptive - if not more - often wreaking havoc in their personal and professional lives. The behaviors associated with ADD are more accepted in children, but they are expected to be managed by adulthood. Forgetting things, losing track of time, being perpetually late to appointments, getting lost while driving, having several unfinished projects, procrastinating, and zoning out during conversations, as well as the many other symptoms, are often misattributed to a flawed character.

If you have ADD, at some point you have felt a strong sense of shame and embarrassment. Symptoms have taken a toll on your ability to function in a work setting and on your personal relationships. Managing daily tasks such as remembering to take out the trash, paying bills, getting kids to practice, or making mistakes because you only heard part of the conversation can be frustrating to you and your family members. 

 If you have been diagnosed with ADD you may have received messages over the years that you are not reliable ,and you may not feel respected, seen or understood. ADD can be very lonely and is often accompanied by anxiety and depression. Managing ADD includes more than just strategies to stay organized. In our work together we will address the mental and emotional impacts to help you feel better about yourself and improve your relationships. I will help you reconnect with your sense of self, improve your self-worth, and help you reclaim your value in your relationships.