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ADHD Parent Support Group

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Stockport Parents of ADHD Children in Education

SPACE Stockport is a support group for parents and carers of children and young people in the Stockport area with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and associated conditions. The SPACE committee members are all local parents, who have children with ADHD.

We hold regular meet ups, which are an opportunity to talk to other parents who face the same challenges, in a relaxed and informal way. 

What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobiological condition which is commonly characterised by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. ADHD Inattentive Type, sometimes referred to as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is commonly characterised by inattention and impulsivity.

The term Attention Deficit can be misleading as it suggests that those with ADHD / ADD have a lack of attention, when the issue is usually that they have inconsistent levels of attention and difficulty controlling where it is directed. At one time ADHD was considered to be a condition which only affected male children. This is now known to be incorrect, but unfortunately the stereotype of unruly little boys continues to affect the diagnosis of girls and adults, particularly those without obvious hyperactivity.

INATTENTION

Easily Distracted
Difficulty Organising
Loses or Forgets Things
Difficulty Following Instructions
Doesn’t Appear To Listen

IMPULSIVITY

Speaks & Acts Without Thinking
Interrupts
Calls Out in Class
Acts The Clown
Rushes Through Work

HYPERACTIVITY

Fidgety
Regularly Taps, Fiddles, Touches
Restless
Always On The Go
Takes Risks

SPACE Parent & Carer Meet Ups

Our meet ups take place at The Dog and Partridge on the A6 in Stockport.

Our next meet up is on Tuesday 8th April 2025.

The Dog and Partridge
272 Buxton Road (The A6)
Great Moor
Stockport
SK2 7AN

2025 Meet Up Dates

Information For Parents

There is a lot of misinformation about ADHD which can be confusing, especially for those with a recent diagnosis. Here at SPACE we provide helpful information which allows parents to make informed decisions and signpost useful services.

There is no charge for parents or carers to attend our monthly meet ups, join our online community or attend guest presentations.

 

Raising Awareness

Here at SPACE we are committed to raising awareness about ADHD and fighting the various myths and damaging stereotypes associated with it

The more we understand the condition, the easier it is for us to help and support our children. Knowing the facts is also helpful when dealing with other people who have regular contact with our children such as relatives and teachers. Without an accurate understanding of what ADHD is, it can be difficult for them to understand why our children behave the way they do.

What is ADHD on Biteable.

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ADHD and Clutter

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Two areas that adults with ADHD are more likely to struggle with than their peers are finances and keeping their homes tidy. Nobody expects small children to be tidy, organised or good with money, but we generally expect those things from adults, particularly if they have children to look after.

ADHD is a lifelong condition, but much of the support and strategies for adults with ADHD is still firmly focused on increasing their ability to concentrate during the day. Many adults with ADHD also struggle in other areas and it is not commonly recognised that the root cause of these challenges could actually be their ADHD.

Decluttering with ADHD

One of the many downsides to the focus on ADHD being centred on “naughty little boys” is that the rest of the ADHD community misses out. Common challenges and patterns of behaviour for adults with ADHD are missed, ignored or written off as personal failings. Untidy homes is one of these areas.

Children are usually untidy and generally disorganised, but as they get older, the expectations on them to know where their belongings are increases. This can lead to problems at school and battles at home about messy bedrooms. By the time our children are old enough to run their own households, it is generally accepted that they will somehow have all the necessary skills to keep their homes clean and tidy. Unfortunately many people with ADHD struggle to master the necessary habits and simply don’t understand why no matter how hard they try, their homes remain out of control.

There are lots of well known books, television shows and a variety of systems for getting homes under control, but many of them fail to work for those with ADHD and the way their brains work. This can lead to embarrassment and a lack of motivation. Decluttering sessions often make people feel guilty about wasting money or involve disagreements with other family members, all of which can make this a real challenge.

Much of the common decluttering advice is to take everything out of a space, organise it and then return the items you wish to keep. Unfortunately if a person with ADHD loses focus, is distracted or is interrupted, they are often left with a bigger mess than they started with. The decluttering process often requires a lot of executive function to make decisions on what to keep and what to let go of, which can lead to decision paralysis and hinder progress.

Dana K White is an American Author and Podcaster, who managed to get her own home under control and created a system that worked for her and many others. Dana’s A Slob Comes Clean podcast featured an episode with guest Megs Crawford who talks about how Dana’s No Mess Decluttering Process can be really useful for making steady progress, without making a bigger mess.

Dana’s books are also available on Kindle and as audio books for those of you who prefer to listen.

Decluttering Books

The following is a short list of books on the topic of decluttering that you may find useful. Feel free to share your own favourites with the team.

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