Understanding The Connection Between ADHD and Attachment Styles In the U.S., around 5% of adults have some form of ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Some common ADHD symptoms can include restlessness, problems with staying organized, impulsive behaviors, difficulty expressing emotions, and trouble listening. Certain ADHD symptoms, like difficulty expressing emotions, paired with the individual’s early…
7 Ways To Support Your Spouse As They Grieve The Loss of a Pet All pet owners can remember the moment of that last painful goodbye to their beloved companion. That moment makes a mark because the bond between owner and pet is more profound than many people realize. If you have a spouse grieving…
13 ADHD Communication Styles That Create Conflict In Most Marriages ADHD affects marriage in different areas, such as organization, time management, and conflict resolution. In addition to ADHD’s impact on marriage, ADHD partners need to learn each other’s communication styles. When you understand how these ADHD communication difficulties present themselves, you can more effectively navigate…
Gray Divorce Regrets: 8 Considerations Before Ending Your Marriage When it comes to divorce, many people enter and finish the process with regrets. There will always be questions about how things could’ve been different, but the more you can consider and learn from the regrets that others have, the less likely you are to end…
Common Ways ADHD Shows up in Women That’s Often Mistaken for Anxiety ADHD symptoms in adult women often remain undiagnosed or mistaken for anxiety symptoms. This is thought to be because the diagnostic criteria for ADHD in the DSM-V were originally developed for children. It is thought that over 80% of adults with ADHD are undiagnosed. Women…
Undiagnosed ADHD in Adults: ADHD in a Marriage Don’t ever let anyone tell you that ADHD is exclusively a childhood issue. Some theorize that 5% of adults in the US have ADHD. An even more startling statistic is that most adults with ADHD don’t know they have it. With undiagnosed ADHD in adults being such a common…
Why Criticism and Stonewalling Are Damaging to Your Marriage Almost 1 million people in the US got divorced in 2021. This may have been the result of stonewalling and criticism, which can take a severe hold on any relationship. Stonewalling and criticism might make you feel lonely, depressed, and deeply concerned about your marriage. However, there are…
How to Stop Constantly Fighting Using the Gottman Method Arguing once a month or even once a week is normal for most US couples. Frequent arguments might make you feel uncomfortable and worried about your relationship. If you’re constantly fighting with your partner, the Gottman Method can help. The Gottman Method is a type of couples therapy…
Living With ADHD: Common ADHD Symptoms in Women 50 to 75% of girls with ADHD aren’t diagnosed. And when it comes to adult women with ADHD, the prognosis is even worse. Many of them will be diagnosed with co-occurring conditions or even be misdiagnosed, but will not be diagnosed with ADHD. That’s why it’s crucial to…
Tips for Reducing Relationship Fights Marriage is a commitment. It’s one filled with joy but also challenges. If you are always fighting then it can place wear and tear on your relationship. Disagreements are a normal part of any relationship, and will certainly happen when you are living with a significant other. Add kids, finances,…
