Montreal Centre for Learning Disabilities’ Post

ADHD symptoms may influence your behaviour in relationships, and impact your relationships at home, with friends and with your partner. Relationships may be impacted by: 💛 Emotional Dysregulation - ADHD can make it difficult to manage emotions. It is important to encourage communication and develop greater awareness of your emotional triggers. 💛 Taking accountability for responsibilities - your partner may feel that they are taking on more responsibilities, or that you are not taking accountability when you fall short of your responsibilities due to your ADHD symptoms. It’s important to make an effort to take responsibility of individual and shared tasks - try switching tasks regularly to prevent boredom. 💛 Impulsivity - making snap decisions or interrupting others can cause conflict in your relationships. Try to notice when you are interrupting others and take a moment to pause before interrupting or making decisions that may negatively impact others. 💛 Communication - you may struggle to pay attention when others are talking to you, or forget important details. When your partner has a conversation, try to focus on what they are saying, or set aside time to have important conversations without distractions. ADHD treatment plays an important role in getting your ADHD symptoms under control. Find out more about our treatment packages at https://lnkd.in/e-isKSZJ #ADHD360 #ADHDSupport #ADHDandRelationships #LivingwithADHD

🧠 ADHD and Relationships 💑 Navigating a relationship with someone who has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) can present unique challenges, but understanding these challenges is the first step towards building a strong and supportive partnership. Research and articles shed light on some of the common ADHD-related challenges in relationships: 1️⃣ Communication Struggles: ADHD can impact attention and focus, making it difficult for individuals to engage in effective communication. This can lead to misunderstandings and frustration in relationships. 2️⃣ Impulsivity and Hyperactivity: Impulsivity and hyperactivity associated with ADHD can manifest in impulsive decisions, restless behaviour, and difficulty staying still or focused during conversations or activities. 3️⃣ Forgetfulness and Disorganisation: ADHD often involves difficulties with memory and organisation, leading to forgetfulness, missed appointments, and disorganisation in daily life and household responsibilities. 4️⃣ Emotional Dysregulation: Individuals with ADHD may experience heightened emotions and mood swings, making it challenging to regulate their reactions and responses in relationship conflicts or stressful situations. While these challenges can be significant, it's essential to remember that with patience, understanding, and support, couples can overcome them together. Contact Positive Mind Works today to learn how to navigate ADHD in relationships and foster greater understanding and connection with your partner! 💪💖 Book an appointment TODAY: https://lnkd.in/eVrGA3br ☎️ AU: 1800 327 477 | NZ: 0800 327 477 ✉️ info@positivemindworks.co 🌐 https://lnkd.in/gQpqzhDm #ADHDandRelationships #UnderstandingChallenges #PositiveMindWorks #Psychology #OnlinePsychology

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐃𝐇𝐃: 𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is often misunderstood. It comes in three main types: Inattentive/Distractible, Impulsive/Hyperactive, and Combined. Each type presents its own challenges, and it's crucial to understand the symptoms in order to offer support. 🔍 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞 1: Inattentive/Distractible is primarily marked by difficulty focusing, often leading to forgetfulness and being easily distracted. We’ve all heard someone say, "In one ear and out the other," but for those with this type of ADHD, it's a daily struggle. Imagine the frustration of not being able to focus on tasks or conversations, despite wanting to. ⚡ 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞 2: Impulsive/Hyperactive is less common, but equally disruptive. Constant motion, talking excessively, and interrupting others can lead to misunderstandings and frustration. If you've ever been told, "STOP fidgeting," think about how exhausting it must be to always be in motion, unable to control it. 🧠 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞 3: Combined—the perfect storm of both inattention and hyperactivity. 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒏: 𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 💡: Understand that those with ADHD aren't being difficult on purpose. 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 📝: Simple tools like reminders or breaks can make a world of difference. 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 👩⚕️: Therapy and coaching can provide essential coping mechanisms. Let’s start building awareness and understanding. How are we accommodating those with ADHD in our workplaces and schools? #ADHD #MentalHealthMatters #FocusOnSupport #InclusiveWorkspaces

ADHD and Executive Functioning Skills... Executive function skills being affected is one of the main symptoms of ADHD. A study in 2018 states that "an individual with ADHD tends to exhibit developmental delays in executive function by as much as 30%" (published by Kathleen Knight Barrett) So what are Executive functioning skills? 1. Working memory 2. Self monitoring 3. Inhibition / impulse control 4. Emotional regulation 5. Flexibility 6. Planning and prioritising 7. Task initiation 8. Organising These skills and brain functions are simply expected of us as adults and particularly in the workplace. If workplaces and managers have this information and awareness, they can then start incorporating tools and strategies proactively so that ADHDer's can utilise their strengths rather than being hindered by their challenges. If you want to join the movement of proactively creating inclusive environments then you've come to the right place - Jess Meredith and myself are having a LinkedIn live chat on Tuesday 19th March to discuss empowering your neurodivergent colleagues to unlock their strengths 💪 The link to sign up the event is in the comments ✨ Huge shoutout to Oliva who not only talk the talk, but walk the walk when it comes to neuroinclusivity💜 #neuroinclusion #neurodiversitycelebrationweek #oliva

What do you know about ADHD? ADHD stands for 'Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.' 🧠 I won't walk you through it but it's worth getting into, so please educate yourself. Especially because a lot of people in your vicinity just might have this disorder. But for managers out here who recognise this in their team, how can you support your ADHD team member(s)? 1. Provide clear deadlines. "Submit it whenever time permits" does not work! You'll just be ensuring it's never done. 2. If you're blocking a meeting, set a transparent agenda. Else, they'll be sick with worry. 3. Avoid sending mass emails. Mass emails are ambiguous and will result in such team members convincing themselves that they've done something wrong. 4. People with ADHD can't switch between tasks easily. It's beneficial if you can give them prior notice so they can make suitable accommodations and work accordingly. Let's build a better working world that's more aware of the complexities of being human. 😊🤝🏻 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #mentalhealthawareness #wellbeingmatters #adhdawareness #psychology #supporteachother

😵💫 It's not that your ADHD wiring changes during your menstrual cycle 🩸, it's that your dopamine drops and that makes some big changes! From after you ovulate until just before your period hormones change = DOPAMINE DROP So you need to expect your ADHD traits to increase before your period. For example, you might find that you are more distracted and sensitive to possible criticism. You might even find your medication is less effective during this time (this is common - speak to your psychiatrist for adjustments). Now you know the tricky time for your ADHD traits to flare up, you have some options. You can actively build your self-compassion and do things like: * Move meetings, * Keep the evenings free that week, * Do different tasks if possible, * Tell colleagues, family and friends and seek support, especially if your mood is impacted. Perimenopause can cause ADHD symptoms to really create havoc! It's so important to get the right support. Learning to adjust to your body and your ADHD brain at work makes your day smoother emotionally and cognitively. Less stress, more satisfaction and success. Big love, Lara P.S. Your work-life with ADHD can be so much better! Book your free consult to find out about how career coaching can help: https://lnkd.in/gmvVXCEV #adhd #careercoaching #careercoachingforwomen #adhdwomen #getunstuck #loveyourwork #careercrossroads #adhdcoaching #confidencecoaching #queercoaching #nonbinary #masking #adhdmasking

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Women's hormones (yes, that sometimes means periods) affect every part of their bodies, including their brains. This doesn't have to be a 'negative' thing, but it is a 'difference' thing. It is only logical that women and men are going to manifest different symptoms of the same condition, such as ADHD and/or Autism. Let's not discount women's experience just because they have a menstrual cycle; after all, that would mean that you are discounting 50% of the population. #adhd #adhdcoach #adhdwomen #womenhealth #neurodiversity #womenempowerment

𝗠𝘆𝘁𝗵: Women with ADHD are just hormonal or emotional. 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲’𝘀 "𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁": Emotional dysregulation can be a symptom of ADHD, but it should not be dismissed as being merely "hormonal". ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that requires appropriate treatment and management. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: ADHD is an entirely different way of being, and what influences how we show up are the environments in which we were brought up and where we end up in life, the transitions we go through in our biology and neurology that impact our psychology, having acquired a lifetime of messaging that instils a sense of confusion about the way our brains work, creating maladaptive strategies that no one wants given more ideal circumstances. And when we get diagnosed there’s a narrative that gets perpetuated against our will, one that we initially internalise (because many of us sought a diagnosis at a time when our lives seem off course). Yet there were moments when we felt content, stable, and happy. We yearn for the perception of our full humanity - to recognise our REAL NEEDS to be understood, learn about ourselves, be respected, and be given a chance at making this life good again. So please return the power to us. We deserve a chance at recovery, given the right tools and resources. And it starts with talking like we’re actually in the room. #ADHD #WomensEmpowerment #Intersectionality #Neurodiversity

Thank you for sharing this important perspective Ettie. As someone with ADHD, I completely understand the daily struggles and challenges you mentioned. While it can be empowering to reframe some ADHD traits as strengths, it's crucial to acknowledge the difficulties that come with it. Positive ADHD awareness should go hand-in-hand with realistic discussions about the challenges. By fostering a more balanced narrative, we can ensure that ADHDers receive the empathy, support, and accommodations they need to thrive. #ADHDAwareness #Neurodiversity