Re: Pshychoanalysis anyone?

[Anonymous]

Hmmmm KK…what kind of support group? My thoughts on a support groups (for me) are like this. I prefer small numbers, no less than 4 but no more than 8 people. Smaller group numbers allow everybody an opportunity to speak if they wish, but doesn’t take all night to get everybody. I prefer anonymous and regular scheduled meets (1) week, in a safe environment, that is free of any interruption from the outside. There should be some control or limit on the time people are allowed to share uninterrupted, some folks will talk all night if left unchecked!! Importantly for me was, feedback should be provided ONLY at request of the speaker.

I did not need an ADD specific group. my feelings are, it maybe it’s better if it isn’t, there not so many preconceived notions floating around, it is a more rounded environment. After all I didn’t go to fix anybody, I went for the sharing process. There are many religious communities or organizations that have support groups available to anybody, men’s groups, women’s groups, mixed….all kinds. Don’t get lost in the religious thing…..one all male group I attended was started by a catholic dude…the subject of religion never came up, it wasn’t the purpose. I am not religious by any means…..at all, but it worked well for me.

Finding a suitable group where you feel comfortable and safe may require a little searching on your part, and not every group works for everybody. I enjoyed my group time immensely, it was a great relief and learning opportunity for me. All part of the process for me.

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