Tag: families
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ADHD + Siblings
Have you ever felt that the brothers and sisters – siblings – of your child with ADHD get a raw deal? They have to live with the whirlwind, the rule breaking, the lateness, the chaos, the drama and the uncertainty of things changing very quickly. Are you worried this may all have an impact on…
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Are you a good enough parent?
Last Friday we had our regular monthly Warrior Mums meeting. This is a lovely group of mums who meet every month to share what’s been going on and to support each other with kindness and understanding. But as a mum you have a constant worry that you are not being a good enough parent. …
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ADHD + Easter
We all have our breaking point. We have that one thing that tips us over the edge. Our emotional bucket is full and there is nowhere for the excess to go but spill over the top. And we blow! Recognise this scenario? Easter holidays can be great. Loads of chocolate, Spring flowers and the opening…
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Why you must be a great detective
There have been times when seriously I could have packed my bags and left. Living with a child with ADHD is tough. My son was oppositional, rude, challenging and defiant. We had numerous holidays, family outings and celebrations ruined because of his rudeness and his behaviour. But I now get it. After years of shouting…