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Relationships and ADHD
ADHD (ADD) doesn't only affect an individual, but also everyone in close relationship to them. Conflicts can be frequent between adult partners and between parent and child. The key to reducing the destructive impact that ADHD (ADD) can have on family relationships is to help family members change their communication patterns so that they can listen to and better understand one another. Better communication, with increased understanding is the first and most important step toward constructive problem solving at home. Colette de Marneffe, Ph.D., works with couples in Silver Spring. |
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Relationship
issues are often a concern for people with ADHD (ADD). Parent-child conflicts
are common and failed adult relationships more frequent in families dealing with
ADHD (ADD). There are a number of ADHD (ADD) traits that can contribute to relationship
problems between family members including:
At
the same time, individuals with ADHD (ADD) can be engaging, stimulating, creative,
and loveable. The challenge is to find ways to minimize daily problems
related to ADHD (ADD) and to reduce conflicts in the family so that there is
more opportunity to enjoy the positive side of ADHD (ADD).
