For many ADHD mums, explaining ADHD to loved ones can feel like speaking another language. Partners and family members might try their best but don’t always grasp the full picture - or might even feel overwhelmed or unsure how to help.

This episode is for both ADHD mums and their loved ones - those who want to help but feel unsure about ADHD, feeling overwhelmed by what it means, or just want to provide better support.

In This Episode:

• Understanding ADHD: Why ADHD isn’t about effort or being disorganised - it’s about how the brain processes and manages information.
• Validation Matters: The incredible impact of simply acknowledging someone’s experience.
• Tools for Teamwork: Shared strategies like visual schedules, body doubling, and clear communication to reduce tension.
• Moving Past Misunderstandings: Practical ways to address challenges like unfinished tasks and miscommunication without blame.

Note: Every relationship and experience with ADHD is unique, and this episode is part of an ongoing conversation. The tools and insights shared here are designed to foster understanding and connection but are not a one-size-fits-all solution.

If you’re an ADHD mum, listen to this episode and share it with someone who needs to understand your journey. If you’re a partner or family member, hit play with curiosity - it's a chance to hear how small changes can make life easier for everyone.

Resources Mentioned:

• ADHD Planner & Values Workbook: Tools to help create routines that work for neurodivergent families.
• Episode - PMS and ADHD. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
• Episode - Feeling like PMS is taking over your life? It might be PMDD. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
• Episode - From Skeptic to Advocate: Medication for Children. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
• Join the ADHD Mums Facebook Community for support and connection.
• Barkley 2018: Executive Functions: What They Are, How They Work, and Why They Evolved linked HERE.

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