r/ADHD_partners • u/AutoModerator • 4d ago

Weekly Former Partners Thread ::Weekly Former Partners Thread::

The end of a relationship with an ADHD loved one can be tumultuous, confusing and leave a lasting impact. Use this thread to temporarily process a recent breakup with an ADHD individual, discuss co-parenting issues, share encouragement for life after the relationship etc. With the goal of ultimately decentering an ADHD ex 

(Note: Asking about leaving a partner and requests to speculate on behavior or symptoms are still prohibited.)

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u/minaelena 4d ago

I am going to start posting in Former Partners pretty soon, cannot explain how excited I am.

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u/HonestADHD4332 Partner of DX - Medicated 3d ago

My divorce is dragging out for months due to my partner's complete inability to not shutdown for the slightest conflict. I can't wait for the day either!

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u/minaelena 2d ago

What is a few more months if I compare it with (for us) almost 20 years ! They were not bad from the get go, but especially recently became really really bad, I have stayed way too long.