daisies11
02-11-05, 03:20 PM
My husband, in my opinion, has many of the signs of someone with adult ADD. I talked with him last night about this and his emotional response (as a tear fell on his cheek) was "I'm fine.". How do I approach him about having an evaluation without offending him? I really think that our life will be much easier and both our frustration levels will be lower if we knew what the issue was. Thanks for your help. I'm just looking for some kind, supportive advice.
liketalk
02-11-05, 04:13 PM
Does ADD run in his family? Has he had a hard time his entire life? I would suggest that you go to the Dr. Damiel Amen website http://www.amenclinic.com
There you will find a test that can be taken to see if the possibility exists. See if you can get him to take that test with you sitting beside him. If not, take it as if you were him and see what you come up with.
There is no shame in having this. If he was diabetic, would he get treated? This does not mean he is crazy, it means he has some brain chemicals that are not firing right, and with help they will. There is a lot of help out there to bring him to a better, more productive life and therefore, the family life will improve.
Just try not to make it personal. Help him to understand that you need this to happy for the sake of the marriage and your family.