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Roommates

Roommates

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Ah yes, the dreaded roommate issues that so often follow people with ADHD... or do they? This episode of the Messy Brain Club dives into what it's like to live with someone with ADHD, featuring Ellie's long time roommate, Brooke Heitman. On MBC's first episode featuring someone who doesn't have ADHD, Ellie and Brooke discuss the pros and cons of an ADHD roommate, how to handle the conflicts that inevitably arise when cohabitating with someone, and how they've managed to live so well together for three years. Tangents include: people spotted from the windows of Brooke's bedroom, groundbreaking ideas to prevent food waste, and a cameo from Ellie's boyfriend, Michael. Enjoy, and Stay Messy!!

Resources:

  • “Adult ADHD and Roommates” from HealthyPlace, by Elizabeth Prager: https://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/livingwithadultadhd/2013/11/adult-adhd-and-roommates
  • “Dealing with Roommates with ADHD” video by Me with ADHD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZYj-W3b0nM
  • “The 5 Best Tips For Living With Someone With ADHD” from ADHD Boss: https://adhdboss.com/living-someone-adhd/
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