My dad has ADHD and my grandfather had it too. Unfortunately my dad was not diagnosed with it until sometime in the last 5-10 years. Struggling with his ADHD symptoms really took a toll on him--he never read us stories as kids (never finished reading a book period), struggled with various drug addictions, loss of friendships, etc. He ended up writing a booklet about ADHD. I've watched a great documentary ADD and Loving It about adult ADHD which has helped me understand my dad better.

I have always dealt with anxiety and depression, that la-la forgetfulness one of you mentioned, lack of focus, etc my whole life as well. I have not sought treatment for ADHD specifically, but working with a naturopath doctor has helped with many of those symptoms.

And very recently I've been wondering if my DD has ADHD. We've had extreme behavior issues with her. One counselor suggested that she has "Oppositional Defiant Disorder." She also has anxiety. I have to prepare her thoroughly for any new situation. And if something doesn't go exactly as she has imagined it, she completely shuts down.

She is very bright, very smart, but lacks focus. It's going to be an interesting ride with this child.