Emotions V ADHD | ADHD Information

 

Jeepers, your kind words make me blush!  I'm a professional forester, father to two wonderful daughters, both in their mid-twenties, both college graduates cum laude.  In contrast, I would've dropped out of college had it not been for the student deferrment keeping me out of Vietnam.  I see my inattentive traits in one daughter, though they haven't yet "caught up" with her. 

so the posts i write just come from my own life's experience; remembrances and observations and perspectives on what made a difference in my life-- both positive and negative.  I was tested and diagnosed five years ago, inattentive type, "very bright."  I was told I was "twice gifted."  Yeah, tell me about it!! If you ask me, that's an odd label.... a better one would be "twice frustrated" .   

and yes! by all means use "side kick" instead of co-morbidities!  if "side kick" doesn't quite capture it for you, how about "co-conspiritors"?!

 

I love the term, "sidekicks"!  Mind if i borrow it?  Thanks John D! I love the way you articulate this situation, John D. You sound like a
true professional, possibly a parent with lots of experience. Keep up the
support on this message board. We need people like you.    P.S. My son
does have an upcoming appt with a PdD.My tween (12 in one month) was diagnosed with ADHD
3 years ago. Anyways, more than ever his emotions seem to be out of
control. He seems to get more frustrated than other other kids his age and
really down on himself, doubting his self worth. He's always been this way
to some extent but his emotions seem to be more intense. I know he's
reaching puberty and some of this is normal but just wondering about any
correlation with ADHD?

Anxiety, depression, these are common ADHD "sidekicks" (I hate the term "co-morbidities!")   So.... seems like it would be good to get your "tweener" a little extra help...a good counselor familiar with ADHD perhaps?  Head these "sidekicks" off at the pass.  I can't think of anything more harmful than doubting one's selfworth...so I'd urge you to continue to seek answers and help for your son. 

And, perhaps most importantly, don't forget how critically important your unwavering support is for your son's well being--it will benefit him not only now but throughout his life.  By support, I don't mean advocating, protecting, or accommodating on your son's behalf...I mean communicating directly with him, in all the ways that a mother can, how much you believe in your son and his ability to do whatever he puts his mind or heart into doing...upholding and fortifying his sense of self worth.  There's no better way to invest in his future...so don't just be unwavering, steady like a rock...be bullish! :)