5. No-One is to Blame for ADD
Receiving an ADD diagnosis is hard on all the members of the family. The affected patient may feel emotions of low self-worth and feel that they are to blame for the way they turned out in life. Parents may also think that it is because of their genetics or life choices, that their child now has to endure this disorder.
However, the truth of the matter is that no one is to blame for the development of ADD. If this is the lot that you are dealt in life, then it’s best to pick things up and get moving, rather than wallow around in feelings of guilt and depression.
Some patients and their family members may find some benefit in attending counseling sessions where they can discuss their feelings with a clinical psychologist. A medical health professional can help them see through your guilt and blame, and provide the patient with the clarity to move forward in life.