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cattttrannn | Hello all!
I'm new to this sub reddit as I got diagnosed about a month ago. Always figured I had it throughout undergrad and now I'm in grad school and was able to get tested and a confirmed diagnosis of ADHD-PI.
My psychiatrist put me on 10 mg of Adderall XR for 2 weeks. The first day I felt maybe a little more anxious than usual, but after that I didn't really notice a difference. I took it every day for 2 weeks, usually around 10-12, but sometimes as early as 9:30 and as late as 12:30. I told my psychiatrist that I generally felt the same (no motivation to do anything, didn't study when I knew I should, still didn't do laundry or my dishes, etc.) She then put me on 36 mg Concerta (long acting version of Ritalin) and I've only taken it twice, but I'm still not sure I really notice a difference. Now, that could be just because it's Thanksgiving break and I would be lazy and unmotivated anyways, but I'm not sure.
So I wanted to ask people on this subreddit how they feel when they take medication for ADHD and what it looks like for them when it's working. I know everyone is different and that medication works differently for everyone, but I just wanted to see if anything resonated with me. I'm also currently on Zoloft for my depression and anxiety as well if that is worth noting.
Thanks for any replies in advance! | 2021-11-24T01:21:28.000Z | r0sp9l | 3 | 1 | ADHD | How do you feel on medication? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0sp9l/how_do_you_feel_on_medication/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-24T01:20:52.000Z | r0sotv | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Allergic Reaction to Medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0sotv/allergic_reaction_to_medication/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-24T01:15:42.000Z | r0sl7o | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Can someone tell me if this sounds like adhd? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0sl7o/can_someone_tell_me_if_this_sounds_like_adhd/ |
Tabitha65 | Ridiculously long post alert.
I’m 32(F) and have been misdiagnosed with anxiety and depression since I was 14 y/o.
8 months ago, a random TikToK (of all things) introduced me to ADHD, and after several hours of crying (relief, anger, sorrow for years lost etc) I started the ball rolling with getting an official diagnosis.
I’m in the UK and it took 6 months to see a psychiatrist, via my local adult mental health team - only to then find out that this appointment was just a PRELUDE to the actual ADHD referral, which I’m now on an 18 month wait list for.
I had to go through multiple triages before even getting to the psychiatrist; meetings with a GP who tried to convince me I’m bipolar, appointments with MH nurses who - with the greatest respect - had zero training on female ADHD issues. I say this because after 90 minutes of me painstakingly going through each of my symptoms and the impact on my daily life, they asked me to fill in my own referral form outlining everything I had discussed at my meeting and drop it back in the following day. LOL. I told them that this was a terrible idea and sure enough, 3 weeks and multiple phone calls later (them calling me asking for the form) they completed it for me. They were super lovely though and so supportive!
Within 15 mins the psychiatrist agreed it was highly likely I had ADHD and I’ve been referred for an ADHD test - aka the 18 month wait.
There’s been a definitive and profound shift since I became aware of me having ADHD. Initially it was positive, I gave myself a break and tried to reset my approach to my mental health. However things have taken a turn for the worse over the past 3 months and I feel out of control.
I’m so exhausted and overwhelmed at everything - from showering to work and even choosing food, and I’m finding no joy in my absolute favourite activities. They’ve become chores.
My birthday is coming up and usually I spend it celebrating for pretty much a week (extra, I know) and this year I just fucking CBA. I’ve told my parents I’ll go to their house to watch a film and get food, and honestly, that’s for them not me. I can’t bring myself to put my Xmas decorations up. I’m spending entire weekends in bed.
I’m also becoming hyper focused on so many new activities I can’t even keep up.
In the past 3 months - I’ve started yoga, strength training, a running programme, joined a 12 week weight loss challenge, a exercise challenge, a 12 week 5k challenge, obsessed over meditation, spirituality, journaling, declared I’m going ‘sober’ and listened to multiple podcasts (I don’t have a drinking problem I drink 2 x per month max), obsessed over TikTok, binged watched multiple Netflix series in 12 hour periods and obsessively researched the shows for hours after, wanted to start my own business, redecorated my house twice, gone thrifting and now have a room full of junk, volunteered at a charity shop and apologised a week later for my inevitable no- show, joined slimming world, decided to keep a slug as a pet. The list is endless.
All of these things I’ve invested so much time, energy and money (that I don’t have ) in. Worst of all - I’ve wasted other peoples TIME and ENERGY. I don’t mean to do it. Why do I do it????
What’s worse is I seem to be loosing my ability to self - filter. Ive always managed to just be my crazy authentic self in peace and behind closed doors. For some reason I’ve announced so many of these things publicly and people are noticing. I get so exited, and then spend days depressed when I give up.
I’m also SO behind in my job and cracks are starting to show. Im overwhelmed before I’ve even opened my laptop. I manage a couple of hours worth of work and feel so exhausted by mid afternoon I sleep. I then worry all evening and in every moment of my spare time about loosing my job.
If you’re still with me at this point thank you for reading this. Writing this out has been cathartic within itself.
I’m spiralling and don’t know what to do.
I’m on sertraline 200mg per day - which was given to me for the anxiety. It’s clearly not working.
I have everything I’ve worked so hard for in my 20’s. But I’m rock bottom and so worried I’m going to loose it all. Some of it is already slipping
I don’t know what I want from this post. Maybe to know it will get better? What medication are people in the UK on? Have you guys experienced this?
I’ve been thinking about taking time off work. I have a really generous sick policy and my organisation take mental health so seriously. Will that help? The thought gives me so much anxiety.
Sorry for such a long post. I just needed to get all of that off my chest. | 2021-11-24T01:15:09.000Z | r0sksv | 1 | 3 | ADHD | My ADHD symptoms have been in overdrive ever since I realised I have it, to the point it’s pretty much debilitating and I feel rock bottom | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0sksv/my_adhd_symptoms_have_been_in_overdrive_ever/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-24T01:11:27.000Z | r0si8f | 1 | 0 | ADHD | I guess I should join this community now | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0si8f/i_guess_i_should_join_this_community_now/ |
empleat | Is there someone with ADHD and high IQ? I have hyperbolic discounting, existential boredom, chronic boredom, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, RSI, cervicocranial syndrome, tinnitus, bedtime procrastination, procrastination, executive disfunctions, AS, neuroses, anxiety, stress, OEs, MDD, BPD, insomnia, OCD, philosophical OCD, existential feelings and like 30 mental disorders +- including emotional problems and what not...
I am soooooooooooo booooooooooooooooooooooreeeeeeeeeeed at this point!!! I visited like 1 milion sites to read about FW in 1 year... Now I Am so fuuuuuucking booooored out of my mind. Because my state, I can't do anything whole day: except watch TV shows, or play games (which I shouldn't do coz RSI!!!) but it doesn't entertain me more than watching a wall, I would almost rather watch a wall...
Problem is: only way I can escape suffering is to fully immerse myself in my work (when I experience unknown and pure beauty) and I Am in euphoric state and can forget. I Am not suicidal, that doesn't do anything... But I can't do anything whole day, this is literally killing me.
I Ammmmmmm sooooooooooo booooooooooooooreeeeeeeeeeeeeed that I listen even to 1 song 8 hours and I bedtime procrastinate: I defer going to bed 500 times. I need to read another article, watch other video, other song etc.... I read many about this, but nothing is really helpful to me. As I can't do anything intellectual because brutal headaches etc.... But that's literally only thing, which allows me to escape boredom. So it is catch22. I Am slowly dying by a second....
I will try existential psychotherapy yet, but still, it is so annoying boring everything, it is like choking and I choked to death nearly, I would rather experience this every 5 days, than this boredoooooom. It is torture! Like pulling fingernails! Or something. Maybe I would even prefer to die painfully, if I wasn't bored all the time! BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEDOM IS HELL!!!
PS: I Am more bored than prisoners in max, maybe even than in isolation, not sure!!! | 2021-11-24T01:08:37.000Z | r0sg5k | 7 | 1 | ADHD | Ultimate humungous monumental superboredom, most bored person in the world????!!! | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0sg5k/ultimate_humungous_monumental_superboredom_most/ |
NateGman1 | I was wondering is sensitivity to touch is something ADHD related and if anyone else experiences it?
For me it’s mostly an issue with clothing and how it feels on my skin. If a shirt or pair of jeans doesn’t “feel right” it will instantly ruin my day. I will be pulling and stretching those clothes all day in an attempt to fix them. Same thing with socks or underwear.
I also noticed that since Covid rolled around, certain masks drive me crazy. If they aren’t cut perfectly, I can tell. And it bothers me, a lot. I also touch and fix my mask CONSTANTLY which I know I’m not supposed to do, but I do it subconsciously.
Does anyone else relate to this, and is it a known ADHD symptom? | 2021-11-24T01:07:55.000Z | r0sfmf | 23 | 16 | ADHD | Is sensitivity to touch related to ADHD? | 0.94 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0sfmf/is_sensitivity_to_touch_related_to_adhd/ |
Famous-Date5136 | So I never really used to message people before my diagnosis. Now that I’ve been diagnosed and have been getting help, I’m being more social and communicating with more people. This means more messaging conversations. It’s been fun learning to communicate properly with text and snap, but I’ve run into a little problem when i don’t get responses. That’s same paralysis that happens when u have an exam at 3 so you can’t do anything all day u til the exam. Well that’s carried over into messages as well. If someone doesn’t respond or takes a while to respond I’ll sit around death scrolling untill they do or my phone dies. Does anyone else have this problem and what can I do about it. | 2021-11-24T01:03:45.000Z | r0sch8 | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Executive paralysis when messaging people | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0sch8/executive_paralysis_when_messaging_people/ |
DemonDog47 | Because I don't. Whenever I look around on the topic I can only ever see articles about how it makes it harder for people to sleep, and when I was prescribed it I was told it might make it difficult - but I've never had problems with it. If anything, it just makes me sleep better. I usually don't, since I don't like wasting my time medicated, but it's also the only way I can usually nap. Unmedicated I'll sleep for 12+ hrs.
Essentially my question is "why does Adderall XXR not exist" because I could use it. | 2021-11-24T00:51:06.000Z | r0s2yk | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Do you find sleeping difficult with Adderall? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0s2yk/do_you_find_sleeping_difficult_with_adderall/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-11-24T00:40:28.000Z | r0rv5e | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Sometimes I don’t think I have ADD, then I’m reminded I certainly do | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rv5e/sometimes_i_dont_think_i_have_add_then_im/ |
alondrachicken2 | [removed] | 2021-11-24T00:37:01.000Z | r0rsmv | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Was just told I can't be diagnosed as an adult. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rsmv/was_just_told_i_cant_be_diagnosed_as_an_adult/ |
TaaTaasb | I love giving random spontaneous gifts to friends, but the yearly need for birthday/holiday gifts for the people I'm closest to stresses me out - I can never remember any but the most cliche things they've said they like.
I improved this area of my life a lot a couple years ago by creating a note on my phone called "Things People Like." Now when I hear my parents or partner comment on something -- "I always wanted to get myself a telescope," "Ooh that's my favorite kind of cookie," "I think this lamp from Pottery Barn is cool," whatever -- I act like I'm sending a text and quickly add it to the list in that document. Really easy to do in the moment, which is the key, and then I have a list of inspirations when it comes time to get something. I've even taken a photo of the item so I can match the style of jewelry/decor etc. later if I can't find the actual thing.
I mostly just try to do this for immediate family so it doesn't get too overwhelming, but sometimes it's fun to save ideas for friends too. It's also nice beyond special gifts to have a list of foods and booze that people like.
Holiday gatherings can be a good time to compile information! | 2021-11-24T00:34:27.000Z | r0rqol | 4 | 14 | ADHD | Gift ideas for family: create a note on your phone for things people say they like | 0.94 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rqol/gift_ideas_for_family_create_a_note_on_your_phone/ |
Whelan1266 | [removed] | 2021-11-24T00:26:48.000Z | r0rku8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | It can't only be me! I can't set my alarm clock for anything other than **:00am or **:30am. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rku8/it_cant_only_be_me_i_cant_set_my_alarm_clock_for/ |
Floatinhead | Am I alone here, or does anybody else have a ridiculously difficult time with time management and punctuality?
My entire life I've been late more often than not, I was always late for school, and I lost a EXTREMELY stressful, but very rewarding job working with people with disabilities a few years ago because of tardiness. Losing that job sent me into a very deep depression for a couple of years.
Now I have a fantastic job, and I've been working there for a little over a year. The job is great! No stress, not too difficult, pays well, great insurance and retirement plan really just keeping myself busy for 8 hours till it's time for shift change... I'm really afraid history will repeat itself. I've been "late" more and more often lately since I got back on my medications.
I say "late" because I technically have 7 minutes past the hour to be clocked in before it counts as tardiness, but my foreman can be a REAL ASSHOLE, along with his douche canoe lacky. The turd twins expect me to be on site 15 minutes before every shift or I'm "late". I work a swing shift here, basically that just means I work everyones days off, so they can have a weekend. The other 4 people that work here live within walking distance, I live about 30 minutes away out in the country. When it snows I'm stuck in the house for a few days kinda far out in the country.. lol My week starts Sunday at 7am, which requires me to be up by 5:30am, and out of the house at latest 6:30am to be at work by 7am. Monday, and Tuesday I work from 3pm to 11pm. Wednesday and Thursday I work from 11pm to 7am. Then I get from 7am Friday, to 7am Sunday off, but I have to be asleep Saturday nights by 10pm to be up at 5:30am. Trying to balance that schedule and do important stuff on "Real World Time" like going to the doctor or the bank is a mess to say the least. Lol
I say all that to hopefully stop people from saying "just go to bed at the same time every night and get 8hrs of sleep." Obviously that's not an option for me right now. Between the hectic work schedule, nonexistent sleep schedule, the ADHD/Depression/Anxiety and the wonderful side effects of the medications that help relieve that stuff, I don't sleep comfortably, long enough, or frequently enough, I'm well aware. Lol
Also my Forman is aware that my tardiness has something to do with my medications, but i never told him all of what's going on. Not his business, and he wouldn't care anyway, doesn't even belive in going to the doctor himself, I'm sure he thinks I'm just making excuses. Lol
Sorry for ranting about work, I'm frustrated about stuff right now, and I got off track. Getting off track on a post on r/ADHD, that must be a First. Lol
I haven't had my meds for a few weeks, so I'm alittle scattered, but I just got them today (I know it's bad to skip med, it wasn't by choice. Long story, don't care to get into it.)
But, I do want to know if anyone else is in the same boat, and if anyone has any tricks for chronic tardiness. Is this an ADHD thing? Or is this just a me being sucky at life thing? Lol
So firstly, I have decided lately to not focus on how I feel about things that are out of my control, like not getting mad at the jackass going too slow in the car in front of me when I'm late. Instead im currently focusing on the things that are within my control. In this case personal accountability, I'm late because I did X, not because of Y doing Z. stuff like that.
Secondly, I've set all of my clocks forward 17 minutes, and that seems to help quite a bit. But obviously not enough. Lol
Any thoughts or ideas on ways to help? | 2021-11-24T00:24:03.000Z | r0riu7 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Time management and Punctuality are IMPOSSIBLE! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0riu7/time_management_and_punctuality_are_impossible/ |
deegallant | I don’t know if that is a dumb question but I feel like it’s something I will eventually have to just accept.
For example, I would REALLY love to get my BSc in Zoology. Like so badly. Animals have been the only thing I have consistently loved. And I’m knowledgeable about them and learn about them in my free time.
But I have 9 credits to finish in high school before I even dare to think about University. I have been trying for almost 8 years (I’m 25) to finish high school. I am writing this as I stare at my grade 11 biology course that expires in less than two weeks and is nearly untouched. It makes me burst out in tears because I want to do something that I can’t.
At what point do I accept my fate that I will probably never have a career in something I love and is fulfilling? I volunteer at the humane society and wildlife rehabilitation centre. I could work paying positions in these places if I quit my full time job, but then I literally wouldn’t be able to pay my bills (not that I make enough now but you know).
I feel like it’s not even much to ask for. But maybe it’s just not something I get to have in life? | 2021-11-24T00:17:39.000Z | r0re12 | 23 | 22 | ADHD | How to come to terms that I will never reach my full potential? | 0.97 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0re12/how_to_come_to_terms_that_i_will_never_reach_my/ |
Webky | [removed] | 2021-11-24T00:17:28.000Z | r0rdw6 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Is it an ADHD trait to gain psychosomatic issues every time i start something new? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rdw6/is_it_an_adhd_trait_to_gain_psychosomatic_issues/ |
gprice10 | I graduated from uni in may of this year (21) and I still cant get myself to apply for a job. Im quickly running out money that I had save, and I still just cant do it. I dont know if its the fear of hating any job that I pick, or maybe its the fear of being denied thats making this incredibly difficult. Ive never been scared of doing work, but its just the application process I find so difficult. I recently decided that sales and marketing was not for me, and had then I had this fixation on welding. I applied to welding school 10 mins after I looked into welding even though I've only done it like once. Does anyone have any tips on how I can focus myself to applying for a job. Its starting to be so taxing on my mental state. | 2021-11-24T00:15:59.000Z | r0rcs3 | 12 | 34 | ADHD | I find it extremely difficult to apply for jobs. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rcs3/i_find_it_extremely_difficult_to_apply_for_jobs/ |
cookies50796 | There's so many emails and notifications about sales and things being 30-50% off. So many games and random things I would love to buy but it would be really irresponsible money wise. For example I don't need a kitchen aid mixer but its 120$ off. And theres random switch games at the lowest price. Maybe some new cycling glasses would be great...
Maybe I should just stop going online til next week lol | 2021-11-24T00:15:07.000Z | r0rc31 | 3 | 8 | ADHD | Black friday sales might be the worst thing for someone that impulse buys things | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rc31/black_friday_sales_might_be_the_worst_thing_for/ |
Roxy175 | This is something that I’ve had to learn the hard way. I’ve always felt guilting for buying pre-cut vegetables, or single serving things, or just not buying in bulk because it’s “more expensive” but you know what? It’s not more expensive because I’ll actually finish my small bag of carrots vs letting a big one rot, I’ll eat one burger vs letting a bag of buns and cheese go moldy, and that’s something we should accept. | 2021-11-24T00:14:03.000Z | r0rb98 | 18 | 105 | ADHD | Buying in bulk is not cheaper than single servings of you don’t use it | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0rb98/buying_in_bulk_is_not_cheaper_than_single/ |
thecalcographer | Starting medication has changed my life, but every month I have some sort of difficulty getting my prescription filled. This month, my insurance had two separate pre-approvals it required for me to get my medication, and I was told I was refilling my prescription too early (even though I've been out of my meds for two weeks now) *and* my pharmacy hasn't had it in stock for over a week. Does anyone know how to make this process go more smoothly? | 2021-11-24T00:12:51.000Z | r0raem | 5 | 2 | ADHD | Tips and tricks for getting medication in a timely manner? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0raem/tips_and_tricks_for_getting_medication_in_a/ |
Honest_Flatworm2028 | *Edited because prev post too long.
Any tips for getting started on tasks? Or any medications you’ve found most helpful for you/you switched and one was better than the other? I know everyone is different! Feels like I’ve tried so many.
Currently take Vyvanse + dex booster. Trying Clonidine (anyone try this one?) as it’s supposed to help with anxiety and insomnia. Hoping it may help me later in the day with not being able to cook or even look at the course I signed up for..
Thinking of trying Wellbutrin too.
Very frustrated lately (sometimes I don’t even know why, I’m just frustrated with my brain/myself I think) and sensory overload is really bad. Just got some better noise cancelling headphones I’m really excited for though (on sale 😍).
TL/DR: tips for beginning tasks/meds you’ve found were a good mix | 2021-11-24T00:12:22.000Z | r0ra1t | 3 | 3 | ADHD | Overwhelming frustration, sensory overload (etc) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ra1t/overwhelming_frustration_sensory_overload_etc/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-24T00:09:40.000Z | r0r7w2 | 3 | 7 | ADHD | When I’m not on Adderall, I don’t feel like doing anything… | 0.9 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0r7w2/when_im_not_on_adderall_i_dont_feel_like_doing/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-24T00:06:31.000Z | r0r5gr | 1 | 2 | ADHD | ADHD diagnosis process? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0r5gr/adhd_diagnosis_process/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-11-24T00:02:44.000Z | r0r2i7 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD Diagnosis | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0r2i7/adhd_diagnosis/ |
TinySamosa | I had gotten referrals maybe 3 times for over 10 years. My mom has had breakdowns and told me to swear over her head I wouldnt take my depression pills or "try to get diagnosed to more mental illnesses." I'm South Asian and mental health is disregarded very easily. She would count the depression medications to see if I took any so I thought it wasn't even worth it because she's causing more problems to my mental health being like this anyways.
I am 25 now, married to my support supportive husband and I want to get tested for Adult ADHD and to finally take depression medications. I don't know where to begin. I don't have a PCP at the moment since I'm new to my husband's insurance. I don't have any energy to take care of myself. I have been putting it off because I don't even know where to start so please someone give me direction if you can. | 2021-11-24T00:02:35.000Z | r0r2eb | 4 | 6 | ADHD | Who do you go to in order to get diagnosed? My PCPs in the past haven't referred me because of my mom but now I'm out of that home and free. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0r2eb/who_do_you_go_to_in_order_to_get_diagnosed_my/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T23:59:46.000Z | r0r022 | 5 | 0 | ADHD | Tips on cleaning house? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0r022/tips_on_cleaning_house/ |
mxdisontxylor | My psychiatrist is giving me a two week supply of Methylphenidate to try. What are your experiences on this medication?
Vyvanse has worked well but would only last for ~6 hours, even with an increase to 50mg. She's hoping my body won't process this as quickly and it will get me through the whole day. She also noted I would have to try this before trying to get my insurance to authorize special extended release capsules of Vyvanse which could be the solution as well.
Just wondering, thanks!! | 2021-11-23T23:58:47.000Z | r0qzbd | 8 | 2 | ADHD | Medication change: Vyvanse to Methylphenidate. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qzbd/medication_change_vyvanse_to_methylphenidate/ |
WhyDogeButNotCate | I was diagnosed with adhd when I was super young, the doctor prescribed meds for me but my parents and I refused as I want to try to learn to cope with it if possible.
Now I’m 27 and everything seems pretty fine, I can communicate with others and I’m doing PhD which I never thought I would do. A problem I had however has always been reading. It’s always super difficult for me to read, I try to not tell anyone I have adhd as I don’t want to sound like I’m looking for an excuse, but it’s really hard to explain to others why I have difficulty remembering things such as the specific details of a certain scientific paper. I will read a paper multiple times, just to discuss with my advisor and find out I have gotten the wrong idea from the paper or that I focused on the wrong things.
Is there a definitive way to read a scientific paper without putting focus on the wrong things or ideas?
I’m really feeling helpless and de-motivated, and each time I read through a paper only to realize I don’t remember clearly what I read just makes it worse. I have no problem when learning from others, and I often find things really easy to learn when others teach me directly, but obviously I can’t just have someone read every paper and tell me the key points as that will just defeat the purpose. | 2021-11-23T23:57:26.000Z | r0qycx | 15 | 1 | ADHD | Trouble reading scientific articles without spacing out uncontrollably every few minutes | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qycx/trouble_reading_scientific_articles_without/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T23:56:35.000Z | r0qxqu | 2 | 2 | ADHD | What are peoples experiences of being on medication that doesn't work for you and being on the wrong dose of the medication that does work for you. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qxqu/what_are_peoples_experiences_of_being_on/ |
SnowbirdieInc | [removed] | 2021-11-23T23:45:39.000Z | r0qpo5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone else find internal stimuli more distracting than external? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qpo5/anyone_else_find_internal_stimuli_more/ |
fmerrick89 | Hey all.
Anyone want to comment on why thought loops are so hard to get out of? I’m waiting for my actual psychologist testing for ADHD, at the moment, and wonder if anyone else has this experience.
When I have a thought (say it’s a thought that I have cancer, or something equally negative) I will wake up every day and start the process of a thought loop over and over and over, for hours. I obsess, and it completely overtakes my mind.
I’ve seen this mentioned here before, and I don’t quite understand how this can relate to ADHD. I can’t imagine this is giving me dopamine, if I in fact do have ADHD, and have a deficiency in it. So why is this something that happens?
I could understand if it was something good, that gave me a big burst of dopamine, but it just makes me depressed. Does it happen to you? | 2021-11-23T23:44:33.000Z | r0qoww | 5 | 2 | ADHD | Thought Loops | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qoww/thought_loops/ |
RealisticAge5899 | I’m a 32/m and have a diagnosis of adhd in my medical chart, but I have also struggled with opiate abuse most of my adult life, which is also WELL documented in my medical chart…I’ve been clean for 18 months now and would really like to get on medication but I’m afraid they are going to assume I’m just “drug seeking”….
Any advice on what to say or how to deal with that when it comes up???? | 2021-11-23T23:41:59.000Z | r0qn39 | 3 | 0 | ADHD | How do you get a dr to prescribe medication if you have a history of drug abuse…? | 0.4 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qn39/how_do_you_get_a_dr_to_prescribe_medication_if/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-11-23T23:41:45.000Z | r0qmxc | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Can sombody tell me to start making my homework? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qmxc/can_sombody_tell_me_to_start_making_my_homework/ |
coszette | After deciding to stop medication 4 years ago (hands down worst decision I’ve ever made) I’ve finally pursued getting help again for my ADHD & am in the process. I successfully got a formal diagnosis as of last Friday for the second time as my first was in 7th grade and I’m 31 now so I needed it to get med treatment, now just have to wait for my psych appointment Dec 2nd. Fingers crossed so hard they will just listen that I’ve already gone through every ADHD med & have been taking them most of my life & just prescribe what I already know will work for me because I just want my fucking function back!
My question is for anyone who has had experience with things like:
1. Multiple email addresses with inboxes 1,000+ unread messages where I’m unsure what might contain important information. I want to get down to just one or two accounts & I guess I’ll need to get all messages read or deleted in order for them to be actually functional in that when I see I have a new message because the number went from 3 to 4 unread because once it’s in double digits it’s ## to ## in my eyes and checking my email will never register as a thing to do from that point on.
2. An app that knows all my bills & financial accounts & credit scores
3. How to systematically go about checking that all important entities in ones life (financial, government) have your correct address?
4. A good way to get in the habit of checking mail AND opening the mail AND following through with any action necessary for the mail.
5. Car maintenance
6. Wipe out all reminders and notifications on my phone? I would love to use “hey Siri, remind me to __” but I have so many random notifications or reminders from years ago that go off all say my brain doesn’t even see notifications on my phone.
7. Any other tips for staying on top of texts and voicemails.
I have a lot of work to do, a lot to make up for, habits to break and new ones to learn. I feel like I’ve regressed so much in the 4 years untreated. So ANY *systems, routines, crisis interventions you’ve implemented, tips big or small* you have relating these topics would be a huge help. I’m barely above water | 2021-11-23T23:41:12.000Z | r0qmh0 | 2 | 7 | ADHD | Need advice on how to get back on track after 4 years of neglect & awful habits for things like email & financial accounts, mail & mailing addresses, text, calls, voicemails, phone notification & reminder apps, car maintenance. Basic adult stuff. Help with baby steps? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qmh0/need_advice_on_how_to_get_back_on_track_after_4/ |
Accomplished_Ad9351 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T23:39:52.000Z | r0qlh0 | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Research Study | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qlh0/research_study/ |
ThawedGod | My ADHD was raging to the point that I could not physically pay attention to my work. To be fair, I got less than an ideal amount of sleep last night—which tends to have really detrimental affects on my focus. I took my Vyvanse, but everything was taking me hours longer than it should . . . So rather than bill my clients for that time I decided it was best to step away and get back to it tomorrow. I think sometimes we’re told to work through it, but sometimes that is just not possible. ADHD is a disability, and we should not be hard on ourselves for taking care of ourselves and accepting our limitations when they arise. | 2021-11-23T23:39:18.000Z | r0ql20 | 3 | 28 | ADHD | ADHD severely bad, so I took the afternoon off from work | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ql20/adhd_severely_bad_so_i_took_the_afternoon_off/ |
thecalcographer | [removed] | 2021-11-23T23:38:15.000Z | r0qkax | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anyone have tips and tricks for getting your medication in a timely manner? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qkax/does_anyone_have_tips_and_tricks_for_getting_your/ |
BillyBobJoethe4th | [removed] | 2021-11-23T23:37:05.000Z | r0qjft | 0 | 1 | ADHD | 40mg Adderall IR to 20mg Vyvanse. What do I do? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qjft/40mg_adderall_ir_to_20mg_vyvanse_what_do_i_do/ |
trusnake | [removed] | 2021-11-23T23:29:13.000Z | r0qdi1 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Self Awareness Check: Are you doing what you intended to be doing right now? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qdi1/self_awareness_check_are_you_doing_what_you/ |
NightHunter0108 | I live in an Eastern European country where you can't really get mental help and ADHD is considered a complete joke. On top of that everyone, including my parents just say that I am very lazy and refuse to elaborate. I've been thinking about traveling to a different country just for mental treatment. The thing is, I don't know which countries I should consider going to, and if I go, I'm not sure if I need something like citizenship for example first, which would take years to get. Any help would seriously be appreciated. | 2021-11-23T23:27:46.000Z | r0qcib | 4 | 1 | ADHD | What are some good countries in Europe that I can get mental help for ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qcib/what_are_some_good_countries_in_europe_that_i_can/ |
TheNameIsMarty | I am, just so, tired.
Both in the soul-sucking void sense that you get from depression, and the sleepy sense.
Im finally in Uni, great, I did it, hurray.
Though I had hoped by the time I got here I would have figured out a way to manage the insane workload that I've got.
Im so fucking sick of spending all-nighters just before the exams, so I can cram every single thing that I've procrastinated.
Im so sick of doing projects last-minutr and then finding out that I've missed some really key minor detail.
Fucks sake I got the grades, I surely did not expect to do well in the damn exams with no sleep and barely any study, but I did, so that clearly shows that I'm capable of *something*
But I cannot keep this up, even if it works, the panic attacks and the stress that keep coming in are too much. Assuming I can get through Uni this way, what's the point? I'm fucking miserable.
And I've tried and tried and tried to organize. No matter where the tips come from, no matter how much I plan on my journal how much shit I tape to my walls how much I hammer it into my head that I need to start *early*, That I need to *start*, it just doesn't fucking work.
And Every. Single. Time. I've asked for help Is the same.
Goddamit my Uni gives free psychological consultations! And I got one! And it was the same advice I got given years back by the counselor at high-school. Really helpful huh?
I just feel hopeless. I can't deny that there are certain methods that help, that perhaps there are the smallest things I can do to mitigate the problem, yet nobody gets it and I can't outright solve it, just always plan for the worst, rather than plan for it not happening in the first place.
I just want to work, to study, please.
Executive dysfunction is a bitch. | 2021-11-23T23:27:08.000Z | r0qc2u | 5 | 8 | ADHD | I can't keep going like this anymore. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qc2u/i_cant_keep_going_like_this_anymore/ |
illustriouscabbage | I was an engineer, but I wasn't very good/ hated it; I quit before I was pushed. Now I'm 7 months unemployed, and I'm stuck in a rut. I was diagnosed with ADHD just over a month ago, and am now waiting on medication; I have been told that I will likely start by the end of this year/ early 2022. My psychiatrist is putting me on an amphetamine based prescription.
At the minute, I feel utterly paralysed and my self esteem is shot. I always find reasons not to apply for a job I may initially think I could do, or get distracted when applying. I can't pick an online course to start to get myself going, because I always feel like I'm choosing the wrong one, and why do it when I could just try to get a job?
Is this going to be something medication helps with? Or am I still going to struggle to find my way out this loop? | 2021-11-23T23:26:39.000Z | r0qbox | 9 | 3 | ADHD | Looking for a job and struggling, question: Medication, does it really make life that much bearable? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0qbox/looking_for_a_job_and_struggling_question/ |
Accomplished-Cod3681 | I took it like 15 minutes ago and am really seeking advice, support, and sympathy.
Getting to this point has been hell and back, and taking my *prescribed* medication for the first time made it real.
A mix between validation and nerves, because this is really the beginning of finding out my true potential and actually doing what I want.
(Yes, this is a bit scary too) | 2021-11-23T23:20:12.000Z | r0q6tu | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Just took my ADHD medication for the first time (Ritalin) | 0.6 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0q6tu/just_took_my_adhd_medication_for_the_first_time/ |
123-123- | Beyond the fact that there is bias (I would say specifically against women in this instance) against ADHD, one reason why a psych(iatrist/ologist) might want to label you as bipolar is because of insurance payouts. Some insurances will cover more treatment for bipolar disorder than for ADHD. Not everyone in the helping profession is an honest worker. With that in mind, even honest workers might be naively directed to identify traits as bipolar instead of as ADHD and so they create a false understanding of what ADHD and bipolar actually looks like.
(but I'm also not your psych, so maybe you actually do have bipolar disorder. This is more in mind for people who suspect that their psych is wrong.
Info is from a forensic psych talking about reasons for over diagnosis (in this case for over diagnosis of bipolar disorder) | 2021-11-23T23:18:27.000Z | r0q5kz | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Misc info: One reason why a psych might diagnose you with bipolar instead of ADHD. | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0q5kz/misc_info_one_reason_why_a_psych_might_diagnose/ |
katmauve | My ADHD has been out of control lately and it’s caused me to be so lazy to the point of ridiculousness. I lost a job offer today because of it. And then after freaking out about losing the job offer, I finally did the thing I was procrastinating and it only took about 2 hours. God. Why can’t I keep up with deadlines unless there’s a fire under my ass? | 2021-11-23T23:06:48.000Z | r0pwpf | 1 | 2 | ADHD | I did something bad | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0pwpf/i_did_something_bad/ |
davinjones | Hey guys! I’ve just started on Adderall, 10mg IR when I wake up (8 or 9am) and a suggested second dose 10mg IR at noon. The first few days have had good results but I feel the comedown roughly 3-4hrs after a dose. The other day I ended up taking another 10mg IR at 4pm because the comedown made me so drowsy. I then tried a later second dose (3pm), and for the past few days I’m noticing a drowsiness about an hour after I take the medication. That being said, I have a few questions I was hoping this sub could weigh in on and give me their perspective.
1. I’ve seen a couple posts about people doing a 10mg IR in the morning and then a 20mg XR a few hours later and that working for some. What has your experience been with XR’s and do you find the comedown is less heavy when taking this?
2. Although I’m just starting out, I’ve already seen some irregularities in how well my dosages have been working. The other day for instance, a couple hours after my first dose, I had 2 hours where it seemed like the medicine was working well, but then came the drowsiness and a lessening effect. Has anyone else experienced this? How do you tell if your prescription needs to be stronger?
3. I have struggled with substance abuse in the past, and I’m working with my therapist and my family to manage the possible addictive side of Adderall. What I’ve experienced already isn’t what I would necessarily call “addictive” but when the medicine is wearing off, I do feel a slight sense of feeling “off”. When I take another dose, I’m fine again. I’m not craving the feeling of the medicine but now that I’ve found my new normal (which has been amazing for me so far), I can tell a difference without the effects of the medicine. Has anyone else here dealt with substance abuse and being prescribed stimulants? Has anyone else experienced this “off” feeling, and if so, what did you do to treat it?
4. Has anyone else experienced drowsiness shortly after taking your medication? His did you treat it?
(Note: I saw before that some attributed this to a lack of sleep the night before, so after a great nights sleep this still occurred)
5. Does anyone have any other pieces of advice they could share, or experiences you feel could be helpful for someone starting medication for ADHD?
Thank you everyone in advance, and thank you to the mods for running this sub. I already feel so much less alone just knowing this community exists! | 2021-11-23T22:54:50.000Z | r0pnd3 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Looking for Insight | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0pnd3/looking_for_insight/ |
HighOnPSI95 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T22:52:42.000Z | r0plsd | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Adderall Vs Ritalin? Effects? | 0.66 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0plsd/adderall_vs_ritalin_effects/ |
w_nordqvist |
So I recently started a new job (literally like 2 days ago) It's been quite interesting so far with some new things to learn. Yesterday however, after being home for a few hours I felt some anxiety creeping up on me, luckily I managed to fight it off. It came back tonight and now I feel like shit.
No clue why, the only reason I can think of is the fact that I'm eating lunch all alone which reminds me of how bad school used to be. But I also kinda feel out of place at work, everybody seems so socially capable whereas I'm unable to get a conversation going for longer than 5 minutes. My co-workers are all right, they're not mean or anything we barely talk. I'm just paranoid because I haven't been around this many people for ages.
I've already thought about quitting because I feel like I'm not made for being around people, but I can't afford to be jobless again. Ideally I'd like to get into streaming or YouTube, but then again I have zero personality so nobody would watch me. I've also been thinking about becoming a game tester because I Love games but I'm afraid to start studying for it, cause' "what if I lose interest in the middle of it?"
I don't really want to quit this job either, as i mentioned, office is great and there's nothing wrong with co-workers I'm probably just a bit overwhelmed with everything.
Idk where I'm going with this, so I'm just gonna stop here. Thank you for coming to my incoherent Ted Talk, and please feel free to reassure me that I'm not a complete drama queen cause I sure do feel like one.. | 2021-11-23T22:51:34.000Z | r0pkyv | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Some late night struggles of my anxious ADHD mind.. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0pkyv/some_late_night_struggles_of_my_anxious_adhd_mind/ |
AccidentalDM | [removed] | 2021-11-23T22:51:26.000Z | r0pkvh | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anybody else have problems with feeling sick after being super stressed out? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0pkvh/anybody_else_have_problems_with_feeling_sick/ |
Minute_Director8861 | like for example i was looking for my gum and my earphones in my bag and since my head doesn't stop i found myself aimlessly looking for something i already found and is in my hand (the gum) then i stopped and i was like "wait what was i looking for again ? oh right my earphones" and i kept looking then the moment i found them i realized that i don't need them | 2021-11-23T22:46:24.000Z | r0ph0d | 1 | 0 | ADHD | does this happen to you ? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ph0d/does_this_happen_to_you/ |
Avacado-panda | If someone gives me a topic I probably know something about it cause I have already googled it and have read about it. The topics are soooo random and usually come to my mind at night time before bed. When I start Googling it I go to a rabbit hole where I spend hours reading random things on the internet. I tried to put my phone away from bed so I cannot reach it last night but still got up and got it and Googled things cause I couldn’t stop thinking about the random thought/question I had.
Any suggestion/tip/advice?
Do you guys even experience the same thing?
Thanks | 2021-11-23T22:43:34.000Z | r0pexf | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Help: I Google random things too much! How can I stop?! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0pexf/help_i_google_random_things_too_much_how_can_i/ |
turkish_khatru | I don't know if I have time blindness or not. For me, the past is so foggy, and I'm talking about the last few days from present here. Like I met my friend at the beginning of the week but I don't know which day we met. Or like something happens, let's say it rained a few days ago, I just don't know how many days ago it was; 2, 3, or even yesterday? Is this considered as time blindness? But I don't know if I have the same with the future, I just know I never make plans for three weeks later, for example. Or for example I gotta do a homework but I have one month to do it, I never do it if I have that much time not matter how hard and time taking it is, I just do it in the last couple days if I'm lucky, if I'm not, just the last day. But this may be because of procrastination. If you wanna share how time blindness affects you, I'd be glad to hear your experience, since I'm trying to understand myself because I'm gonna go to a therapist after seven days and I'm gonna tell them the things I experience and we'll see if I have ADHD or not. | 2021-11-23T22:36:50.000Z | r0p9qb | 2 | 4 | ADHD | Does time blindness affects everyone differently? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0p9qb/does_time_blindness_affects_everyone_differently/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T22:33:31.000Z | r0p75n | 1 | 1 | ADHD | No point in getting diagnosed | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0p75n/no_point_in_getting_diagnosed/ |
polyedrar | So I was supposed to see my doctor (not adhd related) in September but because of uni I had to cancel my appointment. The doc told me I should call her back whenever I could to reschedule but it’s been almost 3 months now and I still haven’t called her…💀
I’ve been suffering every single day because I really need to see her, but I just can’t bring myself to call her even though calling her would probably take me 2 minutes.
And while writing this I just remembered I should’ve bought new meds (not adhd) like 2 weeks ago. Oh and I should probably quit this course I’m taking.
I need help lol. HOW do people manage to get things done?? | 2021-11-23T22:31:59.000Z | r0p5yk | 5 | 5 | ADHD | I haven’t been able to book a doctor’s appointment for 3 months | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0p5yk/i_havent_been_able_to_book_a_doctors_appointment/ |
DaintyNoodles | It’s gross, I know, but sometimes i’ll go like a week without showering because I either can’t find the motivation or i’ll repeatedly tell myself “oh yeah, I need to shower, i’ll do that later” until it’s too late in the day and then it’s just “oh well, i’ll do it tomorrow” and when I do force myself to shower often times I can’t even get the motivation to do more than just wash my hair. Im mostly curious if others struggle with this as well
Edit: Thank you all for the awards!! I’m glad I’m not the only one who struggles with things like this | 2021-11-23T22:25:37.000Z | r0p10r | 837 | 4,222 | ADHD | I find it impossible to get myself to shower sometimes. | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0p10r/i_find_it_impossible_to_get_myself_to_shower/ |
newicerevelation | Hello, i'm looking to find articles or videos that offer advice to improve my focus and procrastination habits. My memory issues have been a spendy problem, especially lately. I'm starting to lose track at how many items i'm losing and I don't wanna wait until the day I fuck up bad and lose something expensive as for example my phone again because I was too much in my zone. Also constantly forgetting things people tell me or forgetting what point I was trying to make mid sentence is also very draining. I'm currently trying to get into puzzles to improve my thinking skills and want to get back into meditation to stop being so hyperactive and impulsive but what are other things that have helped some of you? | 2021-11-23T22:24:27.000Z | r0p03b | 3 | 1 | ADHD | What are essential tips to improve focus and memory problems | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0p03b/what_are_essential_tips_to_improve_focus_and/ |
rcrow2009 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T22:23:56.000Z | r0oznl | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Start straterra right away or wait? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oznl/start_straterra_right_away_or_wait/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T22:23:35.000Z | r0ozeb | 2 | 1 | ADHD | No effect from 27mg Concerta or 40mg Adderrall ER | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ozeb/no_effect_from_27mg_concerta_or_40mg_adderrall_er/ |
erichbean | My journey with ADHD / ADD probably began long before I realized it. In 2017 I was diagnosed with stress and anxiety induced IBS. I didn't feel particularly stressed even though I had a fairly high stress job. I ended up on Effexor XR - wow that immediately helped my GI issues and my anxiety.
Fast forward to this year. I finally took a legit ADHD assessment with a psychologist - Moderate Adult ADD was the Dx. I tried Adderall XR ..... low dose did no good but next step up make me want to vomit.
I've switched to Vyvanse this week and man, what an amazing difference. Feels like a fog has lifted. It's amazing that a stimulant like Vyvanse can help with anxiety and depression as well. Seems like a rock solid combo for me. | 2021-11-23T22:22:30.000Z | r0oykv | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Vyvanse is a GAME CHANGER | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oykv/vyvanse_is_a_game_changer/ |
DaintyNoodles | [removed] | 2021-11-23T22:21:48.000Z | r0oy1f | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anybody else have a ridiculously difficult time getting the motivation to shower? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oy1f/does_anybody_else_have_a_ridiculously_difficult/ |
MemphisFoo | I was on a generic to Straterra last year (Atomoxetine) and went from a 25mg dose to a 50mg dose. I eventually grew tolerant to the larger dose and just stopped taking them as I felt it wasn’t working and also kind of, well, forgot.
I’ve heard people have success with Concerta and Vyvanse and it’s got me interested.
Has anyone moved from non-stimulant to stimulant? Probably a very stupid question, but reading this sub-Reddit has been the most beneficial thing I’ve ever had re: this shitstorm in my head. | 2021-11-23T22:16:29.000Z | r0otyk | 2 | 0 | ADHD | Tolerant to non-stimulant: will stimulants work? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0otyk/tolerant_to_nonstimulant_will_stimulants_work/ |
harmo- | 22M Diagnosed in June, started medication in August. I have tried Concerta XL at every dose, and now have tried Elvanse XR at 30, 50 and 70mg. Both medications have left me depressed and fatigued by the middle of my day. I get a “what’s the point” attitude towards everything in life, i’ve never had that feeling before in my day-to-day life. This is a side effect that I can’t live with everyday so I feel forced to come off of stimulants despite having increased focus.
This whole process is stressing me out, being diagnosed was one of the best days in my life because I felt hope in that there was medication that would help me. Now I have tried both stimulant medications and back at square one.
I feel so hopeless as I don’t see many more options. There is only Strattera left to try in my region, and benefits are often seen after around 12 weeks. This is so stressful. Anyone have any success stories after a rough start to medication? I need some positivity because I am completely drained :( | 2021-11-23T22:09:52.000Z | r0oou5 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | medication titration process is completely draining me | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oou5/medication_titration_process_is_completely/ |
AbrahamSuperman | Hi. Never posted before, so sorry if this post is way too long.
I (24M) got diagnosed with ADHD around 3 months ago after I decided to get tested when my gf’s mom (licensed child psychologist) asked if I’d been diagnosed and suggested that I should check it out. I’d been diagnosed and treated for GAD and depression before.
ADHD is very prevalent on the male side of my close family, as my grandfather, my dad and my brother all have ADHD. My behaviour as a kid was not nearly as disruptive compared to my brother’s (ADHD with comorbid ODD), and I think my parents were preoccupied with him and paid less attention to me.
I’ve always had trouble sustaining attention in school but since I was “that kid who got decent grades on tests without even studying” I managed to keep my grades average enough to pass until I started university and flunked out.
I wouldn’t say I am very hyperactive but somehow I often ended up getting fairly bad injuries (broken finger, broken arm) while messing around as a kid. In my late teens I started drinking but developed a problem (couldn’t stop after one drink and ended up passing out every time) and acting very impulsively which has costed me socially, mentally and financially several times.
When I was diagnosed I was very happy to finally have some answers to things I never understood.
Anyway, I got diagnosed and then put on 30mg Elvanse a month ago and raised to 2 pills a day (morning and late afternoon) yesterday. The meds have helped me in some ways (sustained attention on schoolwork, better sleep, way less irritability, generally happier) but have made other things worse (very self-confident, talking way too much and oversharing, more impulsivity some of the time). I read that these later symptoms can appear when people that don’t have ADHD take Elvanse which is making me anxious and why I am writing this.
Which leads me to my question: Was I possibly misdiagnosed or am I just experiencing temporary symptoms that should go away over time?
Sorry again for the long read. | 2021-11-23T22:02:50.000Z | r0oj8x | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Elvanse/Vyvanse side effects making me question that actually have ADHD. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oj8x/elvansevyvanse_side_effects_making_me_question/ |
S3thr3y | I finally got an official inattentive ADHD diagnosis after spending years trying to figure it out what is up with me. Today I took some concerta so I could get through my Chem test, bio quiz, and sort my psychology test results.
I finally make it to last block, and I’m just dead. I can’t pay any attention to anything and I’m so tired. It’s like regardless of the pills, I still have a limit and the pills just let me cross it. It’s like when you’re going up a hill and if you run fast enough, you can’t feel the lactic acid building up in your legs. But when you stop, it just hurts so bad.
It takes so much effort to drag my brain through activities on a normal day. It’s almost impossible to do anything in a school environment.My brain won’t do what I need it to do. Without a pill, I can’t function but I need to rest after a days worth of work. | 2021-11-23T22:02:17.000Z | r0oiu8 | 3 | 3 | ADHD | I don’t know how to function | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oiu8/i_dont_know_how_to_function/ |
thegobletofcoffee | Or any meds for that matter
I am so swamped with school it's like I can literally do nothing else but sit at my screen for 12 hours a day. Because of course, my symptoms were so bad this month that of course I wasn't able to get things done ahead of time. So of course, I naturally left working on a 5k word paper and 10k work group paper to the week before they were due (last week), then putting me behind on the work I have due this week. I have been staying up till 2-4am for the last week now, and I swear that I'm so strung out that the meds are the only thing keeping me standing. I had a small exhaustion cry this morning before they kicked in, and then suddenly the tiredness becomes a full ache. Cause under the 'oh yeah I can feel the meds keeping me focused and motivated' I can feel the deep, deep exhaustion and burnout welling up. A burnout that that going to take me out for days as soon as I finish the 2 papers I have due this tonight. A burnout that is going to put me behind on all the things that are due next week.
Not to mention that the meds + hyperfocus keeping me so wired in that I'm not looking after myself properly. Remembering to have regular meals and showering has become super hard.
I wish I could just press pause on life sometimes. I need a f****** break. | 2021-11-23T22:01:35.000Z | r0oi7z | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Students: do you also feel like Vyvanse is the thing keeping you from collapsing during crunch time? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oi7z/students_do_you_also_feel_like_vyvanse_is_the/ |
honk_for | [removed] | 2021-11-23T22:01:26.000Z | r0oi46 | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Starting on Ritalin as a 50 yo | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0oi46/starting_on_ritalin_as_a_50_yo/ |
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sirjude123 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:48:43.000Z | r0o7sr | 2 | 1 | ADHD | I can't understand sarcasm | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0o7sr/i_cant_understand_sarcasm/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:48:31.000Z | r0o7n8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Being a neat freak | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0o7n8/being_a_neat_freak/ |
go-for-a-stroll | I haven’t been diagnosed but I’m really thinking that I have adhd - for multiple reasons, it just would explain so much, but work is the biggest concern for me right now
Im really really struggling, I can’t get any work I just cannot concentrate and keep procrastinating and feel rubbish at the end of the day because I am so unproductive. In an ideal world I think I need a job where I go into work and it has a set schedule with colleagues to reinforce the routine but I work from home. Feel so guilty and lazy as I keep getting behind at work. Trying to find another job but all the ones in my field that I am interested are also remote.
Just wanted a listening ear I guess, and see if anyone has advice to deal with this! it gets very frustrating sometimes. Waiting for adhd assessment but waiting lists are very long. | 2021-11-23T21:47:28.000Z | r0o6uc | 3 | 3 | ADHD | Not diagnosed but struggling | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0o6uc/not_diagnosed_but_struggling/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:44:27.000Z | r0o4fp | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I cry randomly | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0o4fp/i_cry_randomly/ |
Luke_GayBoi | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:40:23.000Z | r0o16l | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Wondering about something | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0o16l/wondering_about_something/ |
laurasfieldnotes | My work day (from home):
Wake up too late.
Get ready for work quickly.
Log in.
Answer some emails.
Then decide I need a cup of coffee before really starting.
Make coffee.
Also get water.
Sit down and drink the coffee.
Do a little work.
Realize I’m hungry.
Get a snack.
Then I want a second cup of coffee to drink while I’m working.
Make coffee.
Get more water.
Do a little bit of work.
Realize I’m hungry.
Make lunch which takes my whole lunch break.
Attempt to work while eating.
Make an after lunch coffee.
Sit down to work again.
I am suddenly so tired I feel like I can’t do anything.
Struggle to work till the end of the day with lots of breaks for snacks, bathroom, and standing around doing nothing.
Help this is definitely not working. Everything takes way more time than I think and I waste all of my break time and then some. I also cannot get past the need to have multiple thinks to eat/drink while working, but they are also so time consuming | 2021-11-23T21:37:46.000Z | r0nz4p | 6 | 1 | ADHD | How do I get out of this cycle | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nz4p/how_do_i_get_out_of_this_cycle/ |
Gengar_49 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:36:45.000Z | r0nyc8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I want to die | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nyc8/i_want_to_die/ |
The-oppositeof-angel | I’m not mad or sad that i have ADHD but I can’t keep trucking myself
I can’t focus or concentrate on anything even tho i eat my pills but i feel nothing is helping me
I failed math 101 you guys can you believe math 101!!!!
Not once but twice I swear I’m not dumb or stupid but I just keep forgetting everything
Please guys someone help me | 2021-11-23T21:36:21.000Z | r0ny1y | 4 | 5 | ADHD | Sometimes ADHD feels like a torture | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ny1y/sometimes_adhd_feels_like_a_torture/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T21:33:38.000Z | r0nvy6 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Advice - Am I being too impulsive? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nvy6/advice_am_i_being_too_impulsive/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T21:30:37.000Z | r0ntho | 8 | 9 | ADHD | Accountability Buddy/Group | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ntho/accountability_buddygroup/ |
astraltoaster | So right now I’m taking concerta, but only on school days, or other days when I have some school related stuff to do (but only if it will take most of my day). I will probably change my meds soon, but taking them that way will probably stay the same. My psychiatryst said that taking meds is like a "project" that I have to complete and right now my final highschool exams are this "project", so after I finish high school I will have to stop taking meds until next big "project". I feel like properly selected meds could improve my life in other ways than just studying (I already kind off see this, but my current meds rarely work and give very weak effect, I can barely notice any improvment in my concentration). I know, that what I think, isn't very reliable source, but I also talked with some other people, including my therapist and other people with ADHD and they also think it's a little but weird. So is this a common way of prescribing meds or not? | 2021-11-23T21:30:00.000Z | r0nsyn | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Is it common to take meds that way? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nsyn/is_it_common_to_take_meds_that_way/ |
IcySelection8364 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:25:23.000Z | r0np93 | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Adderall and Problems with Sex Drive | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0np93/adderall_and_problems_with_sex_drive/ |
violetdesigned | Do I go to my general practitioner, or psychiatrist at my college? I’ve been ignoring my adhd symptoms for a long time, because I honestly didn’t want to be on more meds, since I’m already taking depression and anxiety medication. But I feel like I’m not reaching my fullest potential with anything (school, life, etc.), and it’s been like this for a long time, and Im tired of questioning my intelligence for something I most likely do not have full control over. I just want to take the initiative in paying more attention to my mental health, and I feel like this is the next step. | 2021-11-23T21:23:53.000Z | r0no1f | 4 | 4 | ADHD | How do I get tested for adhd at 19? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0no1f/how_do_i_get_tested_for_adhd_at_19/ |
96kitty | i’m so fucking exhausted. i get prescribed a new medication, i get an email saying there’s an insurance issue. i call accessibility services at my school for a attendance flexibility accommodation because of how overwhelmed i am and how it’s now effecting my physical health, i get told it depends on the professors policy. i tell my therapist at the schools wellness center in extensive detail just how overwhelming school is for me and literally have 4 assignments past due and how nobody at this school will listen to me and i get told to take deep breaths. i order food, i get charged 3 times. i order food again, i get charged 3 times again. i try to call the company they tell me to contact the company that charged me. i never get a response from them. i buy a macbook, the link i get to set up protection for it gives me an error message. i call apple support and i get through 3 agents. all telling me the exact same thing for an hour. i had to schedule a follow up appointment. i literally can’t fucking take it anymore. every single time i do something, something goes wrong. i’m so tired. and this in all in one day. having an issue with everything happens every single day. | 2021-11-23T21:23:08.000Z | r0nnfs | 2 | 4 | ADHD | i literally can’t do anything without there being an issue | 0.83 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nnfs/i_literally_cant_do_anything_without_there_being/ |
wawa_shorty | I am a project engineer for a construction management company, and the project i’m assigned to is finishing up. the building is now open and i’m the only one left on site trying to finish up the little bit of remaining work.
i’m REALLY struggling to motivate myself working alone. when i’m working in a team setting, it’s far easier for me to stay on task for the day and organized. do you guys have any advice for how to stay organized and motivated when working alone? I do take vyvanse which certainly helps (I feel extremely overwhelmed when I don’t take it lol but still need help staying on task even when I do take it.) | 2021-11-23T21:19:12.000Z | r0nkaq | 7 | 6 | ADHD | motivation when working alone | 0.88 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nkaq/motivation_when_working_alone/ |
Yamper33 | So my little sister was adamant that I should watch Arcane on Netflix, it was on my to watch list but admittedly I have a habit of never actually watching said list because I'm "never in the mood".
My sister really wanted me to watch it and so she put it on and asked me to pay attention. I was watching and it was very good, I knew it was definitely my cup of tea, but around episode 2; my partner would just interrupt.
He would just chatter, asking me to look at animals from the game he's playing, clattering dinner plates etc.
This sounds like not a big deal but the thing is, he doesn't always do this when he plays games, it always seems to be when I'm watching something!
He's a wonderful amazing partner but often talks ONLY during scenes with important dialog, now the average person can listen to him and pay attention to the plot. When my attention is pulled away however I can no longer hear the dialog OR him because I cannot focus.
It takes me ages to be able to focus on what ever is going on. I make a soft complaint that he's talking over important bits and then I just let it go, it's not a big deal. But then a short while later he walks in wearing one of my old pjama onesies and announces hes found it. Woo hoo?
I am smiling but getting frustrated because now I've definitely lost track of my attention, during another important scene. I'm trying not to be annoyed but he bends over and looks at me, covering the TV and asks what's up.
I just tell him that I'm trying to watch something. I say it as nicely as I can, my sister finds my frustration funny. Over all it's a dumb thing to get mad at but deep down I found myself to be so angry!
Later on I calmly explained WHY this bothered me, and that it's not his fault or anything but if he sees me invested into important parts of a show, to PLEASE not pull my focus away as it genuinely pisses me off.
He just sort of smiled and nodded but didn't say anything about it. I love him so much, he's wonderful but how can I deal with this better, I know I handled it calmly today but I'm not sure he understands how angry this actually makes me and I don't want to snap at him.
My anger comes from the fact that I am TRYING to listen, TRYING to give my full attention and for some reason it is always always at these times when he wants to pull that attention away to look at his game or something.
The thing is if he did this when I wasn't invested in what I'm watching, I would be fine! I like him showing me his gaming interests, but he doesnt usually, he often just games in silence when my attention isn't required.
It's very hard to explain but this just triggers instant anger for me and I really don't want to be mean, what can I do. | 2021-11-23T21:17:23.000Z | r0nivz | 6 | 22 | ADHD | Do you experience sudden anger when being disturbed? | 0.94 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nivz/do_you_experience_sudden_anger_when_being/ |
Terra246 | So I watched a video about highly sensitive people. As I always do, I think “a lot of that applies to me”. Looked it up and it seems to be common in people with adhd. I do wonder how common it is for people with adhd. When I say sensitive, I mean a couple of things. Feeling weird with loud noises and extreme stimuli. When I’m anxious or feel something physical, I feel it more and want it to be solved right away (example, it’s a bit colder now and I can’t stand it). Being an emotional sponge. Sometimes I’ll just look at a random person on the street and think “poor them, now I feel sad”. Being a people pleaser. Getting emotionally hurt over little things. Having emotions just going up and down. If this is common, what helps? | 2021-11-23T21:17:14.000Z | r0nir9 | 10 | 5 | ADHD | Adhd and sensitivity | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nir9/adhd_and_sensitivity/ |
CollarLeading8456 | I have always felt different than my friends and suspected that that something was different but I wasn’t overly concerned. Recently tho, I’ve been reading about ADHD and am convinced I have it. Everything I read on here sounds like me, but I’ve never asked for help as, “help is meant for people who really need it, you’re just lazy” . I don’t think I’m a hypochondriac generally, but in this instance my brain keeps reminding me that, I probably don’t have anything wrong at all… all my struggles are in my own head.
So, I guess my general question is… do most people who self-diagnose have this same struggle, and if so what piece of information pushed you over the edge to ask for help?
At this point I know I have ADHD, but I’m still expecting the doctor to laugh me out of the room or at least deny me treatment. I feel like on the outside I present as having my ish together… but I know I need to get help :/
Thanks for listening :) | 2021-11-23T21:16:49.000Z | r0nifp | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD or Hypochondria? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nifp/adhd_or_hypochondria/ |
myinitialsarevag | New to this sub, I hope this is allowed here!
I recently had a job change (4 months ago) that requires a lot of “self teaching.”
Superiors just tell me things to study and learn, research, look into “play around with” like excel, a data reporting program, word, etc. I was part time there before this and they gave me a full time position when I threatened to quit. Basically, they are keeping me on because there will be a mass exodus of retiring workers in the next few years and they don’t want to lose me. In addition to this, I watch my 2 year old until my husband gets home at 5. I work (mostly WFH) when he naps and when my husband is home/when my son goes to bed. It’s a lot to juggle.
I was diagnosed with ADHD at age 15 when I was also diagnosed with depression, put on 50 mg vyvanse for the ADHD and 20mg Prozac for the depression.
Now I’m 29. I’ve been on the Prozac most of my life since then. I stopped taking the vyvanse in college. Sort of went through a “I don’t need pills!” stage. Also my psychiatrist moved out of the city and I never got under another psychiatrists care.
Anyway. Since my job change, and the insane amount of “self teaching” they expect me to do, and experiencing motherhood, I am thinking maybe I need medication after all. Thinking back to how difficult college was. How I’ve never managed any tasks well. How I never finish anything and always procrastinate everything. How I get anxiety thinking about getting tasks done. My binge eating. How I sit at my computer for hours trying to figure out how to work, getting distracted by everything under the sun. How I do things to fidget like pick at my eyes, crack my toes until they hurt (sorry I know that is WEIRD.) The constant brain fog.
Maybe I’m wrong, but I want to try medication again. I am so anxious about the process to do this. I mentioned it to my normal dr at my checkup and she didn’t say much. She started me on anxiety medication in addition to the Prozac I’m taking. I figured she would refer me to a psychiatrist but she didn’t and I’ve got anxiety about reaching out and have been putting it off.
My husband also has severe ADHD but has been unmedicated most of his life because of a bad experience when he was younger. He’s finally open to trying it again. We both need medical help but getting two people to schedule an appointment is daunting and anxiety inducing.
And now that my son is getting older, it’s affecting him. Now I’m putting off doing things he needs and that’s not ok.
I’m not sure where I’m going with this. I guess I’m just looking for some support. I hope to be able to function someday and have the mentality I need to juggle motherhood and work. I hope I can find a way to get on a medication again. I’m sick of trying to fight against a brain that is not wired to do the things it needs to do. | 2021-11-23T21:16:27.000Z | r0ni5f | 3 | 1 | ADHD | I am really struggling in adulthood | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ni5f/i_am_really_struggling_in_adulthood/ |
NDmouse | Have you ever been struck by a brilliant way to hack your ADHD and solve an on-going problem out of nowhere? It just happened to me and I wanted to share in case it will help someone else. Feel free to comment your lightbulb moments 💡
I have been wanting to sell my couch for a while. It’s only a year old but it’s just too big for my new place (one of those U-shaped sectionals). The problem is, I know I’ll need to steam clean it before I try to sell it because I have 2 small dogs. I keep putting it off, and putting it off, because the stream cleaning is a gateway activity to a whole-house deep clean that I dont ever have enough spoons for. It just hit me today: list the damn couch first because as soon as someone says they’re interested, you’ll have no choice but to steam clean it before they come look at it. Kinda like the whole “invite someone over because it will force you to clean” hack.
Let’s see how long it takes me to follow-through 😅 | 2021-11-23T21:15:48.000Z | r0nhmk | 6 | 44 | ADHD | Lightbulb moment: ADHD Hack | 0.98 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nhmk/lightbulb_moment_adhd_hack/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T21:14:40.000Z | r0ngp3 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Looking for information about ADHD in greek language. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0ngp3/looking_for_information_about_adhd_in_greek/ |
MoreThanCornFlakes | I love music, I always want to learn more but I can't do it unless I have my teacher by my side. I have guitar, bass, drums and piano lessons, though I only have 3 classes per week.
So when I'm alone in my room I feel like I can't use my full potential, I'm not learning as much as I want to. I try to watch tutorials online but I give up easily, I get bored/tired of it but still motivated to learn more and keep going, if that makes any sense. I also keep procrastinating and sometimes it's hard to start practicing. Sometimes I practice for 2 hours, other times i get tired in 5 minutes, I just lay in bed, sometimes feeling frustrated or empty. But if I was with my teacher by my side I'd be able to keep going and learn more.
I don't take any adhd meds due to my anxiety which I'm prescribed meds for.
Does anyone else relate or have struggled with this? Thank you. | 2021-11-23T21:13:41.000Z | r0nfwz | 2 | 6 | ADHD | I can't study/learn when I'm alone? | 0.88 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0nfwz/i_cant_studylearn_when_im_alone/ |
musicquestion12 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:06:23.000Z | r0na4g | 8 | 0 | ADHD | "Learn to focus", "Try to study", No, the content or format is wrong for you, does a footballer want to spend his evening doing calculus? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0na4g/learn_to_focus_try_to_study_no_the_content_or/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-11-23T21:02:45.000Z | r0n734 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Should I ask for more consequences at work? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0n734/should_i_ask_for_more_consequences_at_work/ |
Wilfred92 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T21:00:59.000Z | r0n5ni | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Hello, new to this sub and have questions about concerta 54 mg er | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0n5ni/hello_new_to_this_sub_and_have_questions_about/ |
Wilfred92 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T20:58:36.000Z | r0n3lm | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Questions related to concerta 54 mg er | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0n3lm/questions_related_to_concerta_54_mg_er/ |
FaithInStrangers94 | Tonight was going to be the night I reset my sleep pattern.
Somehow a quick Google search about earphones turned into hours of reading about the future of wearable technology which moved into tattoo ideas, giant extinct animals and concluded with 9/11 interviews.
Everything becomes a million times more interesting at night.
Now to try and get 3 hours before my busy as fuck day.
Of course if I mention this to anyone they’ll tell me just PUT YOuR PHOnE AWay etc
Oh well such is life with adhd | 2021-11-23T20:57:35.000Z | r0n2rq | 4 | 16 | ADHD | Well it’s 5am again | 0.94 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0n2rq/well_its_5am_again/ |
Wilfred92 | [removed] | 2021-11-23T20:56:57.000Z | r0n29y | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Concerta 54 mg er | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0n29y/concerta_54_mg_er/ |
AmericanMare | I was talking today with a school counselor (college) about my stress and finishing up the semester. Not just stress from school but stress from my family. I take things very personally, last Friday my dad (sincerely) asked me if I think I'm dealing with a mental illness. Now for a lot of personal reasons I didn't really answer him and I was kinda pissed off. I keep explaining to my parents what Ritalin is and what it does, despite not having a formal diagnosis. Just the simple fact that my counselor said "I'm the classic case of ADHD" made me feel so seen because fuck all my family does not listen to anything I say. And **I'M** a pysch major! But him talking like I'm actually diagnosed was..nice. So yea that's my little burst of positivity. | 2021-11-23T20:55:46.000Z | r0n1c3 | 2 | 7 | ADHD | Feeling super validated | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0n1c3/feeling_super_validated/ |
MovieAmbitious6617 | 38/F. I was recently diagnosed with ADHD but have suffered with severe anxiety and depression since my teens. I’ve been on Lexapro (10mg) since 2013 and was recently prescribed Strattera (25mg) for ADHD. We chose Strattera because I have a history of panic attacks that I was worried would be exacerbated by a stimulant med.
I also have a complicated history with medical anxiety. I do see there is a major drug interaction listed that says this combo of meds can cause an irregular heart rhythm and I’m worried about this.
My doctor said it’s a “moderate risk” and I can take it if I want or I can choose not to take it—which really isn’t helpful at all.
I’m wondering if anyone is on this combination of medications and what are your experiences.
Thank you! | 2021-11-23T20:55:45.000Z | r0n1b6 | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Lexapro + Strattera?? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0n1b6/lexapro_strattera/ |
Affectionate_Bowl839 | I’ve been on Adderall Xr for three months now. I started with 10 mgs and it did virtually nothing for me. Within a week, my clinician increased the dosage to 20 mg. This time, the effects were noticeable. It was helping, but I still found myself having difficulty with my ADHD symptoms. I reported this to her, and she has done nothing since. After another month and half, I contacted her about the effects of the medication diminishing. It was now getting harder and harder to recognize progress in the behavior goals I set for myself. After two weeks, I expressed my concerns to her, only to give me a general message basically saying she was keeping the dosage the same. I thought I was still in the process of discovering appropriate dose so I was confused. Well it’s been 3 months now since my initial dose. Again, at our monthly appointment a week ago I expressed my concern about my symptoms reappearing and getting worse. She once again did not increase my dosage and instead said that she’s “not allowed” by her boss to increase the dosage so quickly. I’m pursuing certification after recently obtaining a degree, all while working and being a new father. I really want to nail the appropriate dosage because I’m at a point in my life where it’s hard to find time to cope with my ADHD, which is why I initially looked for help. I’ve went undiagnosed until now so I don’t how to treat the situation. I feel like she just stopped trying to find a dose for me and just said “take this for a while.” Additionally, symptoms like my forgetfulness and impulsivity are becoming very frequent than when I first started the dose of 20mg. I even tried to ask her to switch to instant release and she immediately said “no, that will give you anxiety.” I feel like she’s treating me as a let’s hurry and finish this appointment to get it the next one. I’m sitting here frustrated because I feel like I’m not being heard at all, and that I can’t go to my current doctor.
Should I request a new clinician ? | 2021-11-23T20:48:52.000Z | r0mvy7 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | I feel like my clinician isn’t respecting the appropriate titration process and I don’t know what to do. I’m becoming very frustrated because I feel like she is not invested in actually helping me, rather just ready to be finished with the appointment. | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0mvy7/i_feel_like_my_clinician_isnt_respecting_the/ |
hypertatertot | I started with a generic version of concerta about a month ago. Didn't feel anything on the lowest dose, so stepped up to one step higher dose. Still, no effects at all.. Just side effects. My heart was going crazy and I felt nervous and panicky. So I stopped.
Then I got a prescription for vyvanse/elvanse. Started on 10 mg (half of the lowest dose) because the side efects to the other medication were so extreme. I didn't notice any effects, but I didn't expect to at such a low dose. After six days I could take 20mg and I have been doing that for almost two weeks now. But still, no effects. Nothing at all. I have been crying a lot tough, but I think this is not an affect of the medication but because I'm very frustrated with how I (not!) function at work.
Will see my psychiatrist again in a few days, so I'll probably get a higher dose then, but I don't really expect anything to happen anymore.
I was so looking forward to start medication and to finally be able to function well and feel calm, so this experience makes me feel a bit hopeless. Especially since reading about your experiences in this sub about medication and how it had such a big impact and really changed some of your lives.. And many people were very enthousiastic about vyvanse/elvanse specifically, so I really hoped to experience the same thing.
At the moment I'm second guessing my diagnosis. Does not feeling any effect indicate that I might not have ADHD at all? Wouldn't it work if I really had ADHD? But then, if I don't have ADHD, can someone please tell me what is wrong with me? Ugh. I'm frustrated.
Please, can people with similar experiences share them? How often does it happen that someone just feels no difference at all at a low dose?
Tldr: I do not feel any effects of medication and now I am doubting my diagnosis. Looking for others with similar experiences. | 2021-11-23T20:42:26.000Z | r0mqsx | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Meds are just not what I expected | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0mqsx/meds_are_just_not_what_i_expected/ |
2MajorGamer | Hello, everyone! This is my first post here and I was recently diagnosed with ADHD (specifically the inattentive type), social anxiety, and chronic depression. I am a 29-year-old father of 3 (one of whom is deaf), a full-time college student, and a partner to someone that has a sometimes debilitating autoimmune issues. This makes life rather stressful and after being diagnosed and doing some research, I realize how my ADHD has been affecting me this whole time. I have been waiting for a medication eval for about two weeks now and I have not received a call. I just had an appointment with my doctor who informed me that his nurses have had some days off which is why I hadn’t heard from them. With all that said, what do you guys do to cope? How do you all try sleep better? How do you find motivation to do the things that need to be done? The added layers of stress definitely don’t help me but I’m wondering what I can personally be doing to maybe feel better until I can see how medication can help to regulate things. I’m new to all of this and any advice would be helpful. Thanks in advance! | 2021-11-23T20:39:29.000Z | r0mogm | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Awaiting Med Eval. Any Advice? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/r0mogm/awaiting_med_eval_any_advice/ |
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