Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

You may have heard the term ADD (attention deficit disorder) and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Both are used to describe a pattern of inattention and impulsivity. ADHD is more commonly used by the medical community, whereas ADD is typically used by the general public. For the rest of this article, I will use ADHD.

Typical Complaints That I Hear From My ADHD Clients

• Feeling overwhelmed by life and stuff
• Disorganized
• Always running late, no time awareness
• Sense of shame – why can’t I keep up like others
• Challenged by housework, meals, kids, activities and outside work
• Starting projects but never finishing them

Often ADHD Is Co-Morbid (Goes Along) With Other Conditions

• Depression
• Bi-polar disorder
• Anxiety
• Sleep issues
• Dyslexia
• Eating disorders

Ways We Can Work Together

• Help you understand your ADHD
• Focus on new habit development
• Help you change your behavior
• Define goals for your life
• Accountability
• Set up systems and routines that work for you
• Stay on track and finishing projects
• Keeping things simple
• Reduce clutter
• User friendly storage solutions
• Help you say “No” so you don’t take on too much
• Daily self care – sleeping, eating, exercise and stress reduction