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Old Aug 06, 2006, 01:14 PM
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Well, I have to say I probably have of the most most supportive spouse's out there! I was diagnosed last year at age 34 while I was struggling through nursing school (I graduated yesterday btw). I always felt I was different, but I never thought I had ADHD. Once we found out, my husband took over ALL the household responsibilities while I was in school so I wouldn't have any "chores" to distract me and so I could concentrate ONLY on school. Also, between semesters, when I was doing chores, he would always check on me to make sure that I didn't get distracted with anything else. Together we make lists of things I need to do and a timeframe to get things done. I know it seems like he's my parent when it comes to these things, but that's what works for us. I need him to keep me on task. This is our system. He wil also back off if I need him too. I am the one with ADHD, but in his mind, since I have it, and he has me and I have him, then it's his too! We make changes as we go to what works best for us. Now that I am out of school and will be getting a real job, we will discuss how to adapt to this new change. All I have to say is that I couldn't ask for a more supportive and accepting, and patient husband!