support group
ADULT ADHD SUPPORT GROUP PURPOSE
The ADHD support group meets to share information that allows each of us to lead happier, more fulfilling lives. We aim to create an atmosphere where we can experience validation, understanding and acceptance that comes from sharing with people who understand Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD.
DATES
Meetings will be held on the first and third Thursday of every month.
MEETING STRUCTURE
Start the meeting at the agreed upon time
Introduction of members and check-in
Go around the room for each person’s first name and a one-sentence reason for being here.
Speaker, discussions or another activity
The goal if this group is to have a topic and/or a speaker to share information for the first 15 to 20 minutes of the meeting. We may have a book review or open discussion / brain storming session for problem solving on a given topic.
Question and answer
There will be time for questions and answers and other discussion after the speaker or the planned activity for the evening.
Administration
A list will be sent around the group for people to offer their phone numbers and email addresses so support and contact can be made outside the group. Copies of this list will be made available to all attendees. Also, discussion can happen during this time about future topics to be discussed or the general direction of the support group.
Wrap up
The leader of the group may give a summary of what was discussed for the group and formally close the meeting.
GUIDELINES FOR SUPPORT GROUP DISCUSSION
Our group aims to create an atmosphere of caring, sharing and support for our members. Here are some basic guidelines that will help us to achieve the right atmosphere:
We will start and end the meeting on time.
Please try to arrive on time. If meetings start to run overtime a timer may be used to go off a few minutes before end time to remind the group to finish up.
We keep confidential all personal information shared in the group.
We all want to be comfortable sharing information with others. Part of feeling comfortable is knowing that what is shared with the group will be held confidentially by all members.
No interrupting while others are speaking and no side conversations.
Use “I” statements.
By using I statements and speaking in the first person we can share our information in a friendly tone. *** put example I statement in here.
Don’t give advice.
We do not prescribe, diagnose, judge nor give advice. Rather we respect each member’s right to reach and make their own personal decisions. So we listen, we speak about what has worked for us in similar circumstances, and we help members to recognize and explore their options.
Share what helps you.
While we all address the special problems we face, we all make a special effort to share our successes, coping skills insights, strengths, and hopes – not matter how small.
Allow everyone to speak.
By talking for long periods of time or talking too frequently, we are disrespectful of the need for all members to participate.
You have the right not to speak.
Each person always has the right to pass on any questions that they prefer not to answer.
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CONTACT
Sheri Hall
781-223-6318
Support@clearjourney.com
LOCATION
Room 9 Dana Health Education Center
Maine Medical Center
22 Bramhall St.
Portland, ME 04073
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