
In the interview, presenter Annika Lau describes how ADHD affects the everyday life of her son Sebastian and her family, what challenges arise in daily life and why simple rituals such as gargling with water can help.
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Annika Lau grew up in Bavaria and described her own childhood as idyllic. She had imagined a similar, harmonious family life, but her son Sebastian shows early ADHD-typical behavior that has a major impact on everyday life.
Annika Lau with her son
The presenter Annika Lau explains what ADHD means for her son, how the disease affects everyday family life - and why gargling with water helps her.
Ms. Lau, you grew up in Bavaria and describe your childhood in your book as idyllic and harmonious. This is how you imagined it would be for your own family. Things turned out differently. When did you realize that your son doesn't function like other children?
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