ADHD Wise Squirrels for late-diagnosed adults with ADHD. WS34 Thriving as Couples and in Marriage with ADHD with Melissa Orlov.
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Oct 9, 2024 Melissa Orlov, an ADHD Marriage Consultant and author, shares her expertise on navigating relationships where one partner has ADHD. She discusses the emotional struggles couples face, including the parent-child dynamic that can form, and offers practical tools for better communication. The conversation highlights the impact of technology addiction on relationships and emphasizes meaningful, mindful interactions over passive activities. Orlov also provides resources and strategies for couples to thrive together despite ADHD challenges.
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Structure Phone-Free Connection Time
- ADHD partners often find phones rewarding due to dopamine-seeking, leading to distraction.
- Set structured phone-free times, like evenings, to build connection and reduce resentment in families.
Use Knowledge and Boundaries
- Focus on setting realistic expectations and clear boundaries in ADHD relationships.
- Learning about ADHD helps both partners manage symptoms and rebuild trust effectively.
ADHD Effects Are Bidirectional
- ADHD is not the sole cause of relationship problems; it's intertwined with partners' responses.
- Attention dysregulation, not deficit, explains why ADHD brains can hyperfocus or be distracted.