How many times have you wished to have someone around who just gets you and your family? Here are three ways to find people who know what's it like to raise a child with ADHD. Can you add any other tips?
Each day, parents of children with ADHD ford raging rivers and battle fierce dragons — at least, that’s what it feels like. Fortunately, support and advice from other parents who are traveling the same rough path can help a lot.Start with people you already know and trust. Friends, neighbors, or co-workers may have a child who has, or know someone else who does. Or try talking to other parents as you pick your kids up from school. The child doesn’t have to be the same age as yours.
If you connect with someone who lives nearby, she may even be willing to accompany you to meetings with your child’s special-education team — to take notes, provide support, and help you advocate for your child.If one kindred spirit would be company, imagine having three, or four, or more. A parent support group can ease the feeling of isolation so common to parents of kids with ADHD.
During the first meeting, decide when and where you’ll meet, and how the time will be structured. A support group can be strictly informal: a place to swap stories, share strategies, and find out about resources, such as tutors, educational software, and ADHD-friendly sitters. Or you may plan a discussion topic for each meeting, and invite experts to give talks. Worthwhile topics include:keeping a marriage strong in stressful times.
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