Navigating ADHD can be tough.
But what happens when your partner has it, too?
One writer shares all about her dual-ADHD relationship.
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…Babe!Have you seen the box cutter?
I sigh, head to the kitchen, and guide him over to the island.
clinical psychologist specializing in pediatric clients
He smiles, gives me a kiss, and thanks me.
The thing is, hedoesntremember.
My brilliant boyfrienddoes, however, remember the last time he used the tool.
But also, it opened up a completely new can of worms in regard to my relationship.
Time proved it was indeed possible.
Thats certainly been true in my relationship, especially since moving in with my boyfriend.
Our shared struggles with sleep and proclivity to stay up late make sticking to a sleep schedule difficult.
Despite these challenges, our home is also undeniably filled with love and magic.
Perhaps most poignantly, however, dating someone else with ADHD has pushed me to be gentler toward myself.
clinical psychologist specializing in pediatric clients
But recognizing these behaviors in both of us has allowed me to give myself grace.
And if thats true for him, well… maybe its true for me, too.
Folks with ADHD can be so passionate, says Dr. Kahn.
I can say with certainty so much has been true of my own relationship.
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