Adhd

[eileenrosales]

Hi I just discovered this website my 11 year old daughter was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 6 and a year ago she was diagnosed with anxiety some days are good and some I want to pull my hair out

[anirush]

Welcome to the club! No matter what you try nothing is ever going to be 100% effective and life is still going to be a roller coaster

[lbayley]

Even parents with neuro-typical kids would say that! 😊

I have an ADHD daughter with anxiety also. There are days that are better and worse for sure. I think the biggest struggle is my own anxiety when I constantly wonder if I am doing the right thing to help her reach her highest capacity. I have to remember to allow myself to truly enjoy this child. She brings so much passion and life and joy to our home and I sometimes miss that when I’m worrying about how I handled the last meltdown.

Also, I am learning to be mindful of caring for and nurturing myself. When my bucket is empty, it is hard to be the best parent. It may be small things sometimes—a hot bath or a few minutes to journal in the sunshine—but those moments I give myself can go a long way toward helping me parent at my best.

[SL8R in reply to lbayley]

I'm plagued with anxiety over worry about my daughter. I actually think I might start seeing a therapist because I can't keep feeling like this. Good reminder about taking a little time to yourself every now and again. The journey is exhausting at times.

[lbayley in reply to SL8R]

Good for you for caring for yourself! A good therapist can make a huge difference. I have had more than one round!! And remember—caring for yourself is not selfish! It keeps you able to be the best parent you can be which is a gift to your child! 💕