This category features a wide range of first-person stories about living with Adult ADHD—in oneself or a loved one.
Over the years, my first book’s readers have told me, “You know, Gina, the only thing that really made a difference for us was sitting down and reading your book, out loud and together.” I
Part 1 is here. Through A Glass, Clearly We absolutely must begin with this remarkable video: a beautiful baby gets a peek through eyeglasses, for the very first time: Now for a bit of history about
A man went to an optometrist to get his eyes tested and asked, “Hey, will I be able to read after wearing glasses?” “Yes, of course,” said the doctor, “why not!” “Oh! How nice
My friend Christine has a new hobby, one that might prove an inspiration for you. It certainly has for me. I was so taken with her first painting, above, and her ongoing enthusiasm that
Money in an ADHD marriage. Whew. Money issues within my marriage are what drove me to the ADHD spouses support group, and what drove my husband to treatment. This season in our dual-AHDD marriage was
You thought ADHD awareness in France was bad? Well, it is. But in France, autism awareness and treatment might be worse—or at least better documented. Two documentaries and a former French-trained psychoanalyst call out hidebound
Welcome back to the You Me ADHD Virtual Discussion, this time exploring important Adult ADHD Myths vs. Facts. To join the discussion, leave a comment! We’re open 24-7. The previous post focused on the book’s
As promised…next Sunday, June 7! I’m excited to bring you the first post in the “You, Me, and ADHD” online book-club. Then and every two weeks thereafter, the club will discuss my first book, Is
What is it like to grow up with a parent who has ADHD, especially when you don’t have ADHD yourself? A brief essay, below, describes one woman’s experience. I welcome you to share your
We could also call this guest essay “The Hilarious Revenge of Tom Nardone.” It’s a funny-bittersweet excerpt from his new book, Chasing Kites. This memoir follows Tom‘s experiences growing up in a time when neither
