Posted by Dwight on June 27, 2000, at 22:19:31
In reply to Re: Yes, Wayne, I'm just like you. , posted by wayne on June 27, 2000, at 14:51:10
Dear Wayne,
I'm glad you read my post and found it helpful. I, too, have only recently been diagnosed with ADD--about six monts ago. Before I thought it was always just social anxiety. I dismissed the all my problems with getting organized, procrastination, working towards goals as a problem of willpower. If you haven't read it already, I would recommend the book "Driven to Distraction" by Hallowell and Ratey. It contains some useful information on how ADD affects relationships. The authors stress the importance of structure for people with ADD. Organization--e.g., schedules, filing systems, reminders--is very important for ADD people. I have noticed that I tend to waste a great deal of time and mental energy just trying to figure out what I should do each day and how to do it. The authors suggest, among other things, that ADD people plan their days out ahead of time. That certain tasks always be done at the same time. For instance, you might decide that you will always do your laundry on Saturdays or that from seven to nine in the evening you will always write. I have never done this; but they say once you get into the habit your life will seem much more in control and you will have more energy to focus on important things.
poster:Dwight
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