8 Bloggers with ADDitude

ADDitude Magazine has done some research and come up with what they believe are the best ADHD blogs on the web. I am honored to be considered one of those eight.

Each blogger is given a small write up with a description of their blog and a few choice quotes. My entry is alright, especially compared to that Ohio interview I did around the same time. Working with ADDitude Magazine via email was pleasant and I'm glad they were one of my first interviews. Here is a sample:


Douglas Cootey began blogging three years ago, to share his struggles with his own disabilities — he has ADHD, depression, chronic motor tics, and 'rugrat'-itis (he’s the full-time parent in his family). He also wanted to connect with kindred souls. Cootey shares the humorous and serious sides of life with ADHD and comorbid conditions.

In addition to “day in the life” posts, Cootey discusses his attempts to fight off depression with cognitive behavioral therapy, after suffering serious side effects from medication.

Cootey’s intelligence will appeal to men and women, especially those with anxiety and depression, and individuals whose symptoms interfere with succeeding at the job.


Intelligence‽ She's obviously not read much of my blog. But no matter. If you are looking to expand your collection of ADHD blogs, I recommend you drop by and read the article online, or pick up the Winter 2009 issue. Let me know if you find a new favorite.

Comments

Chato B. Stewart said…
Funny!

I would like to offer you the use of any of my Mental health humor cartoons to blog about or to use in a feature. All I ask is that they are not edited and that you link back to my blog.

If you can blog roll me too would be great... The cartoons are part of my non-profit project to use humor to heal and the cartoon meant to be positive and help educate about mental disorders.

chato
Mental health humor

p.s.
congrats on your 100k!!!
December 16, 2008 11:38 AM
Anonymous said…
Congratulations Doug! You DO make a difference. Did you ever think you'd be here 3 years later?
December 17, 2008 4:42 AM
Soozcat said…
Of course you're intelligent. Fun, too. And you write pretty well. :)

(Oh, btw, beware: incoming holiday newsletter headed your way.)
December 17, 2008 4:05 PM
Sylvana said…
Way to go! Your blog, on the other hand, has good side affects. It's great to be able to help others while you help yourself!
December 20, 2008 4:38 PM
Marsha P. said…
I'm a new reader and enjoy your perspective. I was wondering, have you written a post on what you did to cope during the month you stopped taking Zoloft?

I'm in the process of dealing with withdrawal from my psych meds now and would love advice on how to deal with the deep depression/suicidal ideation that comes with withdrawal.
December 23, 2008 11:58 PM
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