No matter how prepared we are and how far we've come in our "ADD Journeys" we still have to deal with stress. Sometimes life throws us things we aren't prepared for and no matter how hard we try we have no control over. What we do have control over is how we deal with these stressful events and situations.

The first step is to be aware that we are in fact STRESSED! When life throws us a curve ball we need to take care of ourselves and make some adjustments. Proper and EXTRA Self-Care is essential when we are going through tough and stressful times. This when we need to make an extra effort to make sure we are eating, sleeping and exercising.

People with ADD / ADHD often have trouble regulating their emotions. When we have major stress and changes in our lives we often ride an emotional roller coaster. It's important to realize that we may be a hyper-sensitive and less rational than we usually are. Though it may seem like everybody is out to get us, most are not.

During stressful times it's important to slow down and take breaks. This is when when it's EXTRA important to wait before responding to somebody. Sometimes just stopping and counting to 10 before yelling at somebody can make a world of difference. Making an extra effort to delay responses to emails is also important.

Think about some things YOU can do to take care of yourself when you are going through a stressful time.  

Tara McGillicuddy 

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