Wow, I couldn’t have said this better myself, so I’m not even gonna try. Here’s what Marie Paxson, past president of CHADD, has to say. She’s walked miles in AD/HD shoes.
It is also such a relief to simply be in the company of others who “get” what we are going through, who don’t need a detailed explanation of our children’s puzzling behaviors, and who believe that ADHD even exists. Being in the presence of naysayers is really exhausting and takes its toll. To read the entire article link here to ConsumerReports.org/health
AD/HD marathon (as Marie quips, this is not a sprint! ) What families learn over time is that there is no magic fix, no one right way for everybody. Together, sharing experiences, tips, and other resources helps us all.
For information about CHADD’s parenting class in the Phoenix area please contact parenttoparentphoenix@gmail.com. Classes will resume in the Fall. For ongoing monthly support group meetings contact valley@chadd.net.
Stay cool!
~~Debbie