Sometimes it feels daunting and draining to love and advocate for someone with ADHD. This support plan can determine how best to assist and support your loved one.
Your spouse litters the home with half-finished projects and loses a cell phone or set of keys at least twice a week. Your sibling talks before thinking, and nearly missed your graduation. Your grown child still relies on your birthday reminders and just left another job. Your parent exhibits all of these symptoms and refuses to acknowledge that something is wrong.
You also understand that your loved one is capable of tremendous things — with a little support and positive reinforcement. The trick is learning how to provide that without overstepping boundaries or passing judgment. When my patients’ loved ones appear to be struggling, I recommend the following 6 steps:Acknowledge the impact ADHD has onDecide what role you will play, your efforts to help can be half-baked, ineffective, or even harmful. To begin, ADHD is not just a deficit of attention.
Understanding these elevated risks can help you realize the gravity of the condition your loved one grapples with, and be more sensitive to potential future problems.Loving someone with ADHD can be a lot of fun. Many people with ADHD are remarkably creative, very caring, and have a great sense of humor. They may also demand a great deal of time and attention from loved ones.
When a person with ADHD doesn’t meet his responsibilities, it can make loved ones feel worn out, tired. When the irresponsible behavior is extreme, it can weigh heavily on those around her.
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