Families are the compass that guides us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter.” - Brad Henry
THE MOST WONDERFUL DISCOVERY ABOUT ADHD WITHIN FAMILIES
Where there’s ADHD in families, you’ll find something incredible; rivers of brilliance and sensitivity throughout generations.
THE PROBLEM
Children with ADHD are born hypersensitive and aware, both emotionally and physically.
As you look back through generations, you’ll find unfulfilled lives, addiction, anxiety, depression and health issues.
The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation, and go to the grave with their song still in them" - Henry David Thoreau
THE STATISTICS
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s:
- 30-40% chance of a sibling having ADHD
- 45% chance of at least one parent having ADHD
- 90% chance if one identical twin has ADHD the other does as well
WHAT’S GOING ON?
Yes! Many famous people have/had ADHD; Richard Branson, Thomas Edison, Justin Bieber, Beethoven, Van Gogh, etc.
Many of the most famous writers, musicians, inventors, innovators, world changers, have this heightened awareness flowing through them.
It’s more important to focus on your child’s strengths than his/her weaknesses.
5 WAYS THE FAMILY CAN HELP THE CHILD WITH ADHD
Everyone should look to their own strengths and struggles. The family can bond instead of being satellites. This will lead to a greater understanding of one another within the family unit.
This bonding may take extra time, tolerance and patience. With oneself, each other, and particularly the child with ADHD.
Communicate and be open to see things from other viewpoints. Healthy relationships and are the greatest key to progress.
Laughter helps diffuse struggles and brings in a fresh perspective.
Do activities as a family, as well as individually. Independence, mixed with a solid family foundation gives a child confidence & a sense of belonging & worth.
TELL ME MORE
- It’s stressful to have heightened sensitivity and be constantly overwhelmed by stimuli
- Everyone has their unique brand of passion and brilliance. In those with ADHD, it is more intense.
- For those with ADHD, this brilliance is unmistakable. You've likely seen a savant or a hyperactive child disappear into hyper-focus.
- The key is to uncover brilliance, and channel it.
- Whilst helping your child accommodate their heightened sensitivities to touch, sound, etc. it’s vital that your child learns how to ground him/herself. Keeping regulated is a necessity rather than a luxury and will help the brain function more effectively.
3 STEPS TO TAKE NOW
Ask each member of the family to write down 3 strengths and 3 struggles they see in one another.
As a family, compile an action plan to help one another overcome each of the struggles and embrace the talents.
List 2 things you can implement this coming week that will make a difference in how you approach struggles and strengths?
Celebrate your uniquenessas a family
We're given our children for a reason. There are no coincidences. We’re all connected. When we know it’s OK to dance to a different beat, change happens.
Life offers us wonders that heal us all. Art, music, nature, travel, exercise are there for us to enjoy in a myriad of ways.
The best solutions to ADHD lie in the entire family.
If you cannot get rid of the family skeleton, you may as well make it dance.”- George Bernard Shaw
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s 30-40% chance of a sibling having ADHD
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s a 45% chance of at least one parent having ADHD
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s a 90% chance if one identical twin has ADHD the other does as well
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Families are the compass that guides us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter.” - Brad Henry
THE MOST WONDERFUL DISCOVERY ABOUT ADHD WITHIN FAMILIES
Where there’s ADHD in families, you’ll find something incredible; rivers of brilliance and sensitivity throughout generations.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s 30-40% chance of a sibling having ADHD
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s a 45% chance of at least one parent having ADHD
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s a 90% chance if one identical twin has ADHD the other does as well
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU
Download WHAT EVERY CHILD WISHES YOU KNEW ABOUT ADHD e-Book
A rare perspective and honest account of what it's like to have ADHD told through their own words.
THE PROBLEM
Children with ADHD are born hypersensitive and aware, both emotionally and physically.
As you look back through generations, you’ll find unfulfilled lives, addiction, anxiety, depression and health issues.
The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation, and go to the grave with their song still in them" - Henry David Thoreau
THE STATISTICS
In families where one child has ADHD, there’s:
30-40% chance of a sibling having ADHD
45% chance of at least one parent having ADHD
90% chance if one identical twin has ADHD the other does as well
WHAT’S GOING ON?
The scientists say it’s a neurological disorder
But what if nothing’s inherently wrong with the brain at all? What if the brain differences are due to the stress of increased awareness and sensitivity?
5 WAYS THE FAMILY CAN HELP THE CHILD WITH ADHD
Everyone should look to their own strengths and struggles. The family can bond instead of being satellites. This will lead to a greater understanding of one another within the family unit.
This bonding may take extra time, tolerance and patience. With oneself, each other, and particularly the child with ADHD.
Communicate and be open to see things from other viewpoints.
Healthy relationships and are the greatest key to progress.
Laughter helps diffuse struggles and brings in a fresh perspective.
Do activities as a family, as well as individually. Independence, mixed with a solid family foundation gives a child confidence and a sense of belonging and worth.
TELL ME MORE
- It’s stressful to have heightened sensitivity and be constantly overwhelmed by stimuli
- Everyone has their unique brand of passion and brilliance. In those with ADHD, it is more intense.
- For those with ADHD, this brilliance is unmistakable. You've likely seen a savant or a hyperactive child disappear into hyper-focus.
- The key is to uncover brilliance, and channel it.
- Whilst helping your child accommodate their heightened sensitivities to touch, sound, etc. it’s vital that your child learns how to ground him/herself. Keeping regulated is a necessity rather than a luxury and will help the brain function more effectively.
3 STEPS TO TAKE NOW
Ask each member of the family to write down 3 strengths and 3 struggles they see in one another.
As a family, compile an action plan to help one another overcome each of the struggles and embrace the talents.
List 2 things you can implement this coming week that will make a difference in how you approach struggles and strengths?
Celebrate your uniqueness as a family
We're given our children for a reason. There are no coincidences. We’re all connected. When we know it’s OK to dance to a different beat, change happens.
Life offers us wonders that heal us all. Art, music, nature, travel, exercise are there for us to enjoy in a myriad of ways.
The best solutions to ADHD lie in the entire family.
Families are the compass that guides us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter.” - Brad Henry
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