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SnooSquirrels6550 | Recently diagnosed on paper at 27 with ADHD. My doctor wants to prescribed me anti-depressants after I explained my severe inability to start and complete tasks. I do believe that I have become depressed as a result of not finishing or even starting tasks, however, I do not think anti-depressants are going to do the trick. What is the consensus of anti-depressants (specifically Wellbutrin) and the effect it had on ADHD? | 2021-12-17T08:17:33.000Z | ricrjk | 2 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD Driven Depression | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricrjk/adhd_driven_depression/ |
aviator1505 | I just finished giving an exam about half an hour ago. It was proctored using a dangerously distracting combination of zoom and a lockdown browser. Zoom on a secondary machine set to watch us while we did the thing. Not the worst thing in the world.
It was an econ exam that I had spent the last week really working hard to study for. You’d get what I mean by working hard - 3 to 1 perceived work to actual work ratio. Spend 9 hours at your desk and get 3 hours worth of meaningful studying done. Sure, I’ll take that. It’s better than what it used to be.
I managed to finish studying all the assigned modules before the exam started. That’s a win in my book. In the past, finishing half of the modules before the test was a freakin’ miracle. I’ve made Progress. Good job, me.
I feel ready. Prepared. Slightly sluggish but confident. Bring it on.
Then the exam starts and because of ADHD, I get 1.5x time. But I can take it easy, I don’t have to panic. I can read all the questions carefully and think things through. I’ve studied all this. I know how to solve these questions.
But no. Not today. Today isn’t one of those days where things just fall into place and I get what I worked so fucking hard for - a decent grade. A testament to my effort and suffering; reassurance to myself that I too am capable.
But no. Screw all that. My brain just tapped out.
I spent half my time just glancing at the screen with zoom and all the other students giving the test and the other half looking at the questions on my test, trying to read the words but not being able to. When I finally did manage to make sense of what the questions were asking of me, I knew I could answer them. But I just couldn’t get myself to. I couldn’t connect the dots to get to the answer. By the time my brain woke up and everything just started making sense, 3 hours had gone by, with 30 minutes remaining to do 90% of the test.
I desperately did what I could in that all too familiar surge of panic induced motivation to answer 20 more percent. The test closed as I was starting to answer the next question, leaving around 70 percent of the test blank. I was the only person left in the zoom meeting. I glanced at the proctor who looked like he was ready to die, he really hated me. I was the shmuck who took 4 hours to do a quarter of the quiz it took everybody else 2 hours to finish. I apologized and left.
I share this inevitable failure with you, having retreated into my dark solemn hole. I’m beaten and battered. I’m ready to give up. Before you tell me to suck it up and keep my chin up and keep marching forward, just know that I have. I’ve been marching on for so fucking long, celebrating minor wins that eventually lead to major losses. On and on and on again.
I’m just tired. So fucking tired of being so unreliable. So random. So moody. So inconsistent. I did everything right, or at least tried. And still I got fucked over. Fuck this. | 2021-12-17T08:14:58.000Z | ricqa6 | 5 | 2 | ADHD | I give up. ADHD has broken me. | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricqa6/i_give_up_adhd_has_broken_me/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T08:09:58.000Z | ricnp7 | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Confused - do meds give us dopamine or just allow us to use the dopamine we get? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricnp7/confused_do_meds_give_us_dopamine_or_just_allow/ |
Scared_of_mouse | Its hard to recall the whole story for some reason but heres everything I remember
My motivation has been so low since school ended and the holidays started. I haven’t had anyone to talk to and ive just been in my room all day and night. My mum started getting mad at this and gave me chores to do everyday. Like fair enough, this makes complete sense. But i kept forgetting or procrastinating until she would get home stressed and take her anger out on me. Even if i had managed to get the stuff done she would still have something to yell at me about. It got to a point where she was so mad she started saying she didn’t want me, im a fucking bitch etc. and then said i have until January to leave. I didn’t take it seriously because she was in one of her moods, but she barged in my room not long ago (i cant remember how the conversation went but this is what she said) to remind me and said she didn’t want to surround herself with people like me. So i think the reason is she doesn’t like me anymore? Im not sure. And for some reason i dont feel sad or anything. I just feel nothing. Should i be sad? Im really confused right now and I haven’t told anyone yet
Also i should add i do have a place to go, ill probably be living with my dad | 2021-12-17T08:01:37.000Z | ricjh0 | 6 | 11 | ADHD | Im getting disowned | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricjh0/im_getting_disowned/ |
Accomplished-Hour881 | My dad passed away and I'm having troubles focusing and I miss him so much. I've been dealing with my self relentlessly and I feel that I'm not getting closer to improving and honestly I'm getting tired of it. I'm having troubles in keeping up to my school even though I know that I have the capacity to think and solve problems. I was an top 10 student when I was in elementary now I'm in k11 I can't get things done diligently even in my daily routines such as yoga, meditate and exercise I just can't get consistent with what I do.
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I want to be great and achieve my own dreams and his dreams. I realized that at the rate that I'm going in, it would be difficult to succeed.
Right now my goal is to improve my habits and work hygiene. I knew that ADHD is my advantage, but I'm still stuck at learning to be one with it. I feel that I'm not making progress in my self.
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Thank you for the tips! | 2021-12-17T08:00:40.000Z | riciwg | 3 | 6 | ADHD | I've been recently diagnosed with ADHD. I've realized that this might be the reason why maybe I have bad habits and bat sleeping pattern schedule. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riciwg/ive_been_recently_diagnosed_with_adhd_ive/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T07:58:42.000Z | richmc | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Adverse adderall reaction | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/richmc/adverse_adderall_reaction/ |
doctor-sassypants | I 1000% understand every person, diagnosis, and experience is different. I am not asking for medical advice.
My doctor has suggested switching from Vyvanse as a possibility (or alternatively increasing my dosage of adderall ir (currently 10-20mg/day to an unknown amount but she said a lot higher )
Can anyone share any information or experiences you had If you’ve either switched to Vyvanse or just took Vyvanse in general and how it worked for you?
Will also mention I have insomnia/major sleep issues, take another migraine medicine that’s an appetite suppressant (working to switch that).
Edit: my doctor did say she wanted to also start me on Clonidine in the evening to help with restlessness and sleep. | 2021-12-17T07:46:27.000Z | ricb7l | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Experience with switching from Adderall to Vyvanse? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricb7l/experience_with_switching_from_adderall_to_vyvanse/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T07:45:43.000Z | ricasz | 2 | 4 | ADHD | Punctuality? | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricasz/punctuality/ |
Ryker0106 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T07:44:57.000Z | ricadp | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Will my tolerance to Vyvanse keep getting stronger? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricadp/will_my_tolerance_to_vyvanse_keep_getting_stronger/ |
NegotiationLow7403 | My gf thinks her co worker is trying to purposefully sabotage and steal her job and as an observer this seems like it’s not the case and everyone at her job loves her and it’s her intrusive.
What can I say to her to make her concerns feel validated but not entertain intrusive thoughts and how can I not get frustrated? | 2021-12-17T07:44:46.000Z | ricaaj | 2 | 1 | ADHD | How to help gf with her intrusive thoughts? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ricaaj/how_to_help_gf_with_her_intrusive_thoughts/ |
vnamir | [removed] | 2021-12-17T07:39:47.000Z | ric7ns | 27 | 55 | ADHD | Is this common in life with ADHD? | 0.98 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ric7ns/is_this_common_in_life_with_adhd/ |
ome_eomics | [removed] | 2021-12-17T07:38:37.000Z | ric72f | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Cannabis habits | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ric72f/cannabis_habits/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T07:31:24.000Z | ric2vx | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Straying at walls since i was in 2nd grade (3rd world country in the 90's with ZERO medical help or care so i got pushed through right up to the 9th grade public / private in the USA (What is wrong with me?) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ric2vx/straying_at_walls_since_i_was_in_2nd_grade_3rd/ |
billymillerstyle | Found out a few hours ago that another one of friends died. Happened on the 30th. I dont know the details. Overdose, im sure.
This one really hit me. We grew up together. We were brothers. He had the same flavor ADHD as I do. I dont think anyone ever understood us as well as we did each other. We were two halves of the same coin.
We always loved and respected each other. That said... We never got along!! Any time we got together it was great at first. We had the same problems, similar interests, it felt good knowing it wasn't just me. Someone else understood the struggle.
A couple hours, a day, maybe a couple days in a row, max, and that was it. I swear the only reason we never got into a fist fight was because we both knew there would be no winner and we would both lose very bad haha.
We were the same coin alright but we were opposite sides! We went about everything totally opposite. Every time we got together it was great having someone else in the same boat but it gets frustrating pretty quick when the other guy paddles in the opposite direction!
We were brothers alright. God he used to piss me off! And i know, i KNOW, I pissed him off lol! Someone you love and respect, rarely agree with, who pisses you off by just being themselves... If that aint the definition of a brother i dont know what is!
I dont feel like i lost him. I feel like hes close. Probably dickin around before he moves on to the next part of his souls journey. The only thing I lost was the one person who didnt give me shitty life advice to fix my problems. Ill miss hearing his "idk what to do dude! Everything fucks up no matter what i do!". Me too bud. Me too...
Take a rest my man and then enjoy your next steps! Ill catch up with you when im done here! | 2021-12-17T07:19:43.000Z | ribw0e | 9 | 18 | ADHD | Another casualty in the war on drugs... | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribw0e/another_casualty_in_the_war_on_drugs/ |
moohooh | [removed] | 2021-12-17T07:19:05.000Z | ribvmk | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Can short camcorder videos of me help diagnose my ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribvmk/can_short_camcorder_videos_of_me_help_diagnose_my/ |
vKuroe | I’ve been on Vyvanse for almost 3 years now, started on 30mg and it was amazing and I had no issues. Around august this year I saw a new psychiatrist who isn’t the best and he put me up to 40mg and ever since then it feels like my meds aren’t working at all. I feel like a zombie, I’m so spaced out and apathetic and I keep messing things up all the time because I just hyper focus on the wrong things.
I talked to my doctor and she sent a referral for me to possibly switch my meds but that won’t be until January at least. I honestly feel better when I don’t take my meds at this point but I don’t know if I should just stick it out and keep taking them until I get put on a different medication or just go cold turkey now? | 2021-12-17T07:15:04.000Z | ribta7 | 15 | 5 | ADHD | Medication too high, should I stop taking them? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribta7/medication_too_high_should_i_stop_taking_them/ |
Strawberrypillowz | I’m 21 with no college so I’ve worked about 4 retail jobs including the store I’m at now.
I feel more and more stupid everyday and it’s so hard.
If stuff gets too busy, I get overwhelmed and overstimulated and freak out but if it’s too slow or I’m doing the same thing, I get UNBEARABLY bored.
Right now, I work 5-6 hours a night doing the same thing.. I pickup peoples orders at my store and walk around with a cart just grabbing stuff. I try to listen to music or a podcast but it’s boring within 10 minutes. Then I slow down and the night goes by soooo slowly.
I feel dumb too because the simplest things sometimes require a more in depth explanation for me because it doesn’t always quick and then people look at me like I’m just a big idiot.
I’m so tired of these jobs but I doubt I’d ever make it in school so I feel stuck )): | 2021-12-17T07:08:05.000Z | ribp58 | 5 | 5 | ADHD | Working retail is so extremely hard and I feel like I’ll never be successful in a job. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribp58/working_retail_is_so_extremely_hard_and_i_feel/ |
Obrid29 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T06:59:43.000Z | ribjxq | 5 | 0 | ADHD | “I probably have it” // Stop self diagnosing. | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribjxq/i_probably_have_it_stop_self_diagnosing/ |
Solfiera | Hi everyone ! I am new on this sub, since (as mentioned in the title) I have been thinking for about three weeks that I might have ADHD and I thought that I could find support on this sub.
So, it's actually kind of funny how I came to realize I might have ADHD. I (24F) am a teacher, and I started teaching on September. In my country, the teachers need to learn how yo make their classes inclusive for pupils who have dyslexia, ADHD, who are gifted and so on. I'm also finishing my masters degree (so part-time teaching/part-time student).
So it's only naturally that I have been learning about the specificities of dys etc. I read about ADHD too this summer, and it never occured to me that I might fit the description. That is until three weeks ago, when while I was quarantining at home (as I had contracted you-know-what). I ended up reading an article (instead of doing my homeworks BTW) about how women are usually less diagnosed with ADHD since they usually are less hyperactive than boys, and that research had been concentrating on boys until early 2000.
So I started reading about ADHD and how it usually showed in women, and I perfectly fit the description. I realized that my life was basically made of unfinished tasks, whether it be my house or my work. For example, I start cleaning my bathroom, and never finish it, or maybe 1 or 2 weeks later (I might go back on it later and not finish it again). Same with uni and teaching. I have a lot of work at home, and I try to start working early, but always end-up barely starting and quitting without realizing it, start doing something else. And I end-up managing doing things last minute, but I can't seem to concentrate if it's not last minute. Like right now: I'm supposed to have an oral presentation in 4 hours, I'm on reddit and I haven't started it.
My exam to become a teacher had four major exams, two of them were written exams of five hours straight each. I spent two thirty of those five hours, watching people work, until I started because there was only half of the time left. I used to do good in primary school. Middle school wasn't great, I did ok but I never did my homeworks and never learnt my lessons. High school was a catastrophy, I never did my homeworks and barely went to school (still managed to have my diploma, I don't know how). And uni... well, I failed my first year twice (so did 3 first year) and now I'm finally seeing an end to it. But I still find it extra hard to work on assignements and to prepare my classes!
Anyway, I'm sorry for the length of this post, but I needed to talk about it, so thank you for reading! I have an appointment on Tuesday with a psychologist to see how I can be "tested", because I couldn't find any information on how adults can be tested for ADHD in my country, I'm hoping I'll have an answer.
Edit: typo | 2021-12-17T06:56:20.000Z | ribi67 | 7 | 4 | ADHD | Might have ADHD, and I can't unsee it now | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribi67/might_have_adhd_and_i_cant_unsee_it_now/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-17T06:49:06.000Z | ribe16 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | “I probably have it” - Stop self diagnosing. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribe16/i_probably_have_it_stop_self_diagnosing/ |
Merchenko | [removed] | 2021-12-17T06:43:45.000Z | ribb11 | 5 | 7 | ADHD | ADHD and Reddit | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ribb11/adhd_and_reddit/ |
asrrak | Hi there, I wanted to share with you a personal tool that has been helping me a lot in difficult times.
Recently (3-5 years up to now) I have been in a process of trying to stop focusing on External, scientific/naturalistic/philosophical and theoretical concepts and instead trying to see myself and the actual context of my life, trying to know who I am and what is, or could be, the purpose of my life. This process began with a sense of fun and skepticism, but ended being a complete nightmare. Why? Well, I found out that, even if I can be seen as care free, and chaotic, I realized that it is kind of a quick fix for a severe case of OCD. I’ve found that the only place where I feel real control is in my mind. I’ve found that I don’t trust my emotions, don’t feel confident setting up limits to others, and don’t feel comfortable pushing my interest or even keeping my things in order. Moreover, if I couldn’t feel control of my personal space, forget trusting the future, meaning no plans, no real projects, no life goals. In other words, I found out that I have been living with a terrible fear of imperfection, a terrible fear of failure, a terrible fear of living itself. I lived with excuses like: “why bother doing anything if in the end everybody will end up equally death”. I’m sure you know well that line of thought. That is why I have been living inside my head since I can remember.
So it was in the middle of this storm where I realized that I had no light to follow, no anchor to hold my drifting mind, no god to pray to, no center no real me in a sense… I was losing the battle against the weight of my thoughts and questions, the weight of society’s expectations and the weight of self-judgment. I knew I needed a system reboot but with a new version of the operative system, something solid, something to hold on, my center of gravity. And that’s when I invented my Religion (hold on), and by that I mean my own set of axioms to hold on to this reality, I’m fully aware of the subjectivity of this move, but in the end, that’s what being an individual means, to have a personal experience a personal center of gravity. So instead of leaving myself to be pulled all the time by different theories, external and internal views and judgments, I took some kind of control and build my center on purpose, my truth, my core, “my 10 commandments” (up to date are actually 9) a hierarchy of personal values.
I “understood” that every decision a person makes is taken consciously or unconsciously based on a personal hierarchy of values, and that a strong presence of that personal hierarchy is the only way to stand strong at every moral decision and, at every personal discussion. That is why religious people are so stubborn, and obviously, I am not aspiring to become one more stubborn idiot, I am aiming to stop being overrun by empowered Idiots. and to be able to hold my ground, instead of retreating to the shadows sometimes even for months to come up with a decent answer for a empowered Idiot that doesn’t even remember the conversation and that wasn’t never going to understand the answer anyway.
This is my Hierarchy of Values
1. Reverence
• Recognition of the incalculable value of life regardless of present circumstances
2. Hope
• Faith that circumstances can always be better
3. Courage
• Courage to dare to live intensely, Courage to execute this list.
4. Clarity
• Search for knowledge and deep understanding, search for mental and emotional clarity
5. Kindness
• Do not desire suffering; neither your own, nor other’s suffering; try not to generate unnecessary suffering
6. Satisfaction
• Search for personal well-being, pleasure and diversity of experiences. Live more for love, enjoyment, curiosity, pleasure, fun and desire instead of stop living for fear of failure, rejection, exhaustion, pain, suffering and death.
7. Straightness
• Be precise and sincere, fight Ignorance and dishonesty, your own and that of others.
8. Compassion
• Fight intentional and / or unnecessary suffering
9. Harmony
• Promote the integrity and diversity of societies and ecosystems
A simple list but for me it is pure power!
Now I can know if I’m being dishonest, incongruent, or if I’m prioritizing the “wrong” thing, Now I can know if I’m betraying myself of I’m taking decisions against my convictions, now I can answer why I choose to do or to stop doing, now I can begin to feel confident.
Anyway, hope you find this useful. Best wishes :) | 2021-12-17T06:39:26.000Z | rib8io | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Hope this can be useful to someone. | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rib8io/hope_this_can_be_useful_to_someone/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T06:34:03.000Z | rib5jq | 4 | 2 | ADHD | Could this be? Is medication truly... working? | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rib5jq/could_this_be_is_medication_truly_working/ |
RegretfullyFastSperm | [removed] | 2021-12-17T06:26:27.000Z | rib15j | 4 | 2 | ADHD | If you struggle with weight loss I’d highly recommend this app! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rib15j/if_you_struggle_with_weight_loss_id_highly/ |
Idealyinfamous | So.....
I've spent the better part of an hour scrolling back and forth and back and forth to where i should put this question. But f*ck it, it's going here......
How does one with ADHD get their confidence back?
Back-story: For the short version, I've spent the better of 2020 and 2021 basically being a corporate test dummy for "who can out toxic workplace" competition among all the places Ive had the displeasure of accepting currency from. At the same time, I've been teaching myself how to be a Software developer.
Now, with all the fun intrusive thoughts that come with my ADHD and the PTSD from all my previous ring levels of hell, how does one find confidence/motivation?
How does one obtain the Tony Stark brand confidence to get back into the world? | 2021-12-17T06:16:19.000Z | riavbq | 3 | 5 | ADHD | How to be Confident!? But wait! There's more! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riavbq/how_to_be_confident_but_wait_theres_more/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-17T06:10:43.000Z | rias22 | 0 | 1 | ADHD | I got mostly straight As in my formal postbacc program this semester and secured 2 clinical internships in a prestigious CA university hospital! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rias22/i_got_mostly_straight_as_in_my_formal_postbacc/ |
nomadicspacemonkey | [removed] | 2021-12-17T06:10:36.000Z | riarzs | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How do I get diagnosed without insurance? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riarzs/how_do_i_get_diagnosed_without_insurance/ |
No-Government-6326 | I have pretty bad anxiety and I'm not sure how to speak to me GP about getting an adhd assessment. Do I just tell him outright that I think I've got adhd and explain how it's been impacting me? Or do I just tell him how I'm feeling and hear what his opinion is? I've been putting this appointment off for months even though my life has started to spiral out of control again. I just wanna talk to someone who can help me. Also I would appreciate if anyone knows what the assessment is like in the UK, specially NI? I know it can be a long wait for appointments and that. | 2021-12-17T06:07:21.000Z | riaq2k | 3 | 5 | ADHD | How to approach doctor about adhd | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riaq2k/how_to_approach_doctor_about_adhd/ |
Clay_teapod | [removed] | 2021-12-17T06:01:44.000Z | riamj5 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | I love math so much | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riamj5/i_love_math_so_much/ |
TEDtalks_ed_ADHD_op | [removed] | 2021-12-17T05:49:55.000Z | riaf9i | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Guys, is there any evidence on the fact that adhdr's work better at night/ have delayed sleep cycles Like 2:30 am to 10 am sleep? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riaf9i/guys_is_there_any_evidence_on_the_fact_that/ |
TEDtalks_ed_ADHD_op | [removed] | 2021-12-17T05:48:06.000Z | riae74 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Guys, is there any evidence on the fact that adhdr's work better at night/ have delayed sleep cycles Like 2:30 am to 10 am sleep? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riae74/guys_is_there_any_evidence_on_the_fact_that/ |
smrfy_ | if you have adhd is ur mind always running with thoughts? like you cant focus on one thing? because everyone says that, but it rarely happens to me. if anything my mind goes completely blank a lot. so i’m kinda questioning my adhd diagnosis rn. i fit a lot of the other symptoms tho. anyone have any insight? ik adhd is a spectrum so maybe this just happened to not affect me but also this seems like a pretty significant symptom so idk | 2021-12-17T05:46:52.000Z | riadgl | 5 | 1 | ADHD | questioning my diagnosis | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riadgl/questioning_my_diagnosis/ |
5degrees_ | I just cannot focus on what is in front of me, I struggle to learn new things because I just cannot focus. I have no external distractions, no impulsive adding new tabs, constant checking of my phone, those things don't occur to me. It is my own thoughts that are distracting me, my daydreaming, my internal thoughts. Pretty much my whole life is just my mind being somewhere else instead of the present moment.
I was learning about Critical Thinking and Socialism earlier and nothing really sunk in. It took me 1.5 hours that should be done in 20 minutes. Fuck this shit.
I also have some hyperactivity in me, sometimes I am just impulsive and have less self-control than usual. I also finish last on tests all the time.
Thoughts? | 2021-12-17T05:44:51.000Z | riac8t | 4 | 5 | ADHD | I just cannot concentrate but I can prioritize, my procrastination is not that bad, have a clean desk and room, and can sort of follow a schedule. I want to make sense of this, help! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/riac8t/i_just_cannot_concentrate_but_i_can_prioritize_my/ |
recklessnwild | I had a realization tonight that I have an incredibly hard time with consistency in just about every facet of my life. To cope with that, I some how manage to sum up the energy to do intermittently impressive things to keep people on the hook. I go through waves of not being able to do much of anything at all, and just before it all collapses, I'll do some intermittently impressive thing that renews everyone's belief and trust in me.
I don't want to be like this, but it feels like all I've done in my 30 years of life, and I'm having an incredibly hard time figuring out how to change it. Can anyone relate/does anyone have any advice for this? | 2021-12-17T05:38:56.000Z | ria8ls | 7 | 9 | ADHD | Intermittently Impressive | 0.92 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ria8ls/intermittently_impressive/ |
subatomic_rabbithole | So I'm in my late 20s
I have got a good career which pays me well.
But I'm always over sending and towards the end of the month I'm broke.
My financial planning sucks
So to address this,
I have started a long term savings plan and a long term investment plans; these get auto deducted from my bank account once Salary is credited. And I have no way of touching those.
I tried to do the same with my short term savings, but this requires me to create another bank account the problem with this is, I have easy access to It. Even if I break the card etc I find myself somehow finding a way to withdraw cash from it.
Any tips on financial planning for someone with ADHD
TIA | 2021-12-17T05:35:57.000Z | ria6wv | 3 | 9 | ADHD | Financial tips | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ria6wv/financial_tips/ |
noone597 | Hi everyone, i am 14 and my old therapist said i exhibit many of the symptoms of adhd and that i most likely have it but i never got an official diagnosis. is it ok to say that i have adhd or should i talk to a therapist abt it bc i rlly dont want to spend my parents money. also i dont want to invalidate anyone so pls be honest. thanks everyone :) | 2021-12-17T05:33:52.000Z | ria5nu | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Just a question abt my diagnosis | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ria5nu/just_a_question_abt_my_diagnosis/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-17T05:28:28.000Z | ria2bb | 0 | 1 | ADHD | What’s the difference with SRRI’s/Amphetamines and Tyrosine/tryptophan interactions? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ria2bb/whats_the_difference_with_srrisamphetamines_and/ |
Consistent-Soft-3177 | I was trying to clean my room (I’m staying at my parents during the break) because my aunt is coming to stay for Christmas and I just got back from a 4 month study abroad so it was a mix of unpacking my suitcases (I brought and bought a bunch of crap back) and cleaning and organizing so she can stay in here. I literally cried because it was so stressful because I just have so much stuff. I have really bad hoarding tendencies And it’s so overwhelming.
It doesn’t help that the rest of my family is organized and they enjoy doing that and they can’t understand why I can’t just ✨keep my room clean✨ and my dad always says just ocio up one thing at a time and put it away. And when I take off my clothes I just should put it directly in the basket (like I know!!! But for some reason it’s difficult for me to do it)
I’ve tried putting on a good playlist , or just putting on a timer for like 10 minutes and work really hard for those 10 minutes. I’ve tried putting on a animated movie in the background (this works for when I’m packing but not for cleaning) I’ve tried a few other things too but every time I try to do it I am brought to tears.
Anyways sorry for this rant, it just feels like no one understands me and that just ✨keeping my room clean✨ is not as easy as they say it is
😅 | 2021-12-17T05:25:13.000Z | ria0da | 5 | 3 | ADHD | Crying while cleaning | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ria0da/crying_while_cleaning/ |
patienceyieldsfocus | This is getting so frustrating. Any time I am not interested in something, I am absolutely dead on my feet. I feel so tired and I feel desperate for a nap.
I've been in online Driver's Ed for the past 2 weeks and without some sort of positive reinforcement (ordering delivery, caffeine, drawing, playing a mindless game on my phone) I'm falling asleep until the hyperactivity kick in at the end of class. It's painful to sit still, I clean the kitchen (no dishwasher so it's always nasty and piled up) for like 45 minutes or an hour, lay down with my fiancé and just completely crash if I don't load up a game I'm currently hyperfocused on. I sleep so much that I can't sleep anymore often times, and lay there too exhausted to move until hyperfocus, hyperactivity, or positive dopamine comes.
It's really messing me up. Deadlines are keeping me afloat with my responsibilities. Currently procrastinating my final portion of my GED. Still completely untreated, and on a super long wait list. I seriously need help ): | 2021-12-17T05:21:08.000Z | ri9xtl | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Unending, uncontrollable, and day ruining fatigue | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9xtl/unending_uncontrollable_and_day_ruining_fatigue/ |
DeathBringer4311 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T05:20:57.000Z | ri9xp9 | 0 | 1 | ADHD | I took a test although the results seem conflicting to me. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9xp9/i_took_a_test_although_the_results_seem/ |
unniesright | Well, it happened. I got a D+ in a class and I am feeling extremely shitty about myself. I still passed all my classes and in a way I am relieved that it's finally over but I am also terrified. My parents will want to know what my grades are sooner or later. For now, as weird as this sounds, I am trying to look on the brighter side of things and try to be positive. I at least still held on through depression, suicidal thoughts, my unmedicated ADHD, and still managed to pass everything even if it was just by a single hair. | 2021-12-17T05:17:49.000Z | ri9vog | 5 | 8 | ADHD | End of my first college semester | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9vog/end_of_my_first_college_semester/ |
jazzyspork | So this is semi time sensitive, but also just a general query. Apologies because this is going to be a bit long and rambling, and I'm not in a mindset to try and parse out the really important stuff.
Mostly just looking for other people's experiences/if they've had something similar, any tips or tricks?
For some background: I'm 19 and I've experienced ADHD symptoms my whole life and tried to talk to my parents about getting tested since I was a kid. Basically got the "you're too smart to have it" response because I was a gifted kid who would hyperfocus on certain topics in school and was considered "lazy" about others. Got brain damage in highschool that made all the symptoms worsen to the point my parents actually believed me, the neurologist for my brain damage prescribed the Adderall for my low executive function days. Met with the psychology NP at my school and she said she thought I definitely have ADHD but an adult diagnosis wouldn't get me a ton and it would take a lot of time especially since my parents would provide biased information about how I was as a kid, and I could still get the medication without one. I also have anxiety issues that have worsened significantly since I started having to travel back and forth between school and home (opposite coasts of the US after spending a year in my childhood home during quarantine. Very jarring experience for anyone, really.)
So basically,
I was taking Adderall IR (5mg) on an "as needed" basis after my first semester of college (fully online, from home) suffered because of my symptoms. At first only once or so a month, and then my therapist suggested taking it every day this semester to combat my (new) anxiety problems which were worsening my executive dysfunction and concentration. It was working pretty well except I would crash at the end of the day and get really awful anxiety attacks at night that made me want to drop out of school, give up, run away, etc. Prior to this I was having these attacks during random parts of the day, but taking my Adderall regularly was pushing them back until it wore off. During the day I was focusing better than ever, getting my work done for the most part, and actually sleeping somewhat normally.
Then I went home for Thanksgiving, had some personal issues/arguments, and also ran out of Adderall while I was at home. By the time I got back to school and got in to see the Psych NP, I'd been skipping class a bit and was ignoring a lot of school work. She decided it would be better to have me on XR so it would last longer, and then Guanfacine (high blood pressure medication that also works for ADHD/anxiety) at night to cope with the anxiety and help me sleep. She also explained that because she's only part time at our school she can't be a reliable prescriber for my Adderall (because of the monthly renewal) and suggested I look for a local provider. This was a whole other issue because my out of state insurance is rarely taken by local practices here.
I got the new meds, and tried them out. The Adderall XR (10 mg) felt like nothing. I was so used to feeling the IR kick in about a half hour to an hour after I'd taken it and I really didn't feel anything when I took the XR. But the anxiety attacks went away until I was about to go to sleep. I was finishing some work that I had to get done before bed and decided to take the Guanfacine so it would have time to get into my system before I tried to go to sleep. All hell broke lose. I went completely out of it, had a horrible reaction to the guanfacine (which I think may have just been VERY low blood pressure) and emailed the Psych NP about it. About 4 hours later I managed to drag myself out of my chair and into bed. Psych said it was fine if I didn't want to take it long term, so I stopped.
It's been about a week on the Adderall XR now and I sort of expected it to have kicked in by now. The anxiety attacks have been mitigated, but the ADHD symptoms are still here, if not worse. I've been in a prolonged brain fog since I was injured in highschool, which has made aome of the ADHD symptoms less impactful because I can't have extended focus is my brain doesn't know what it's focusing ON. Now with the XR, my fog is the clearest it's been in probably 3 years, but now ALL I can do is extended focus.
It's currently finals week, I barely eat a meal a day, if at all, because of the loss of appetite, I feel like I did when I was a kid and unmedicated. For the last 4 or 5 days I've done pretty much nothing but stare at my phone/listen to music and hyperfocus on random passing interests for hours on end, zoned out like this until about 5 in the morning, and then went to bed. This has messed up my sleep schedule about as bad as unmedicated quarantine did.
I've taken three finals so far. My take home exam for my favorite class took me so much longer than it should have because I kept focusing on random unrelated things (like, oh, we talked about this in class, i wonder if it's related to xyz, let me go look it up. Oh wow that's cool I wonder if-. General hyperfixation sort of stuff) but the pull is MUCH stronger than usual, I wrote a 10 page essay in about two hours in the middle of the night for another class, and then I studied for my physics final all in the span of about an evening/night. And then I immediately went back to being completely... Numb?....
i woke up this morning, didn't get out of bed for a long while after taking my meds, then made it downstairs, sat on the couch, and went completely time blind for the entire rest of the afternoon and evening. I've only now just made it back upstairs. To where my schoolwork is and I still haven't eaten anything today. I'm trying to force myself to drink something, but it's s like all my normal bodily responses/needs have been tuned out or muted. I have a really difficult final tomorrow afternoon and then I have to pack for winter break afterwards. I can't stop taking my meds all together, and they're capsules, so I can't take a half dose or anything, but the XR seems to be making all my symptoms worse, and I can't see a doctor about it for a while.
Has anyone had issues like this and worked through them? Did you find a way to kickstart yourself/work around it, even just temporarily? Or did you just ride it out as best as you could?
I'd really appreciate any advice! Thanks!
*Tl;DR: got my new higher Adderall XR dosage to prevent end of the day crashes, but it's making my symptoms worse to the point I can't function. I have finals and packing to travel home over the next few days and can't see a doctor about changing the prescription before then.* | 2021-12-17T05:14:27.000Z | ri9thu | 3 | 1 | ADHD | New Adderall XR dose is making symptoms worse during finals | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9thu/new_adderall_xr_dose_is_making_symptoms_worse/ |
due11 | I'm 28 and I have never been employed full-time permanent. I've only done internships and I hate myself. I finished 2 STEM degrees without learning anything and I have nothing to show for it. I can't get my self to self-study so that I can pass technical coding interviews and I have fits of anger and then cry most nights when I think of how far behind I am in life compared to all my peers who are seniors now in their roles and all married with kids. These anger fits and stress legit is hurting my heart physically... I hate my dumb fucking brain I was born with that made me this fucking useless. I live in my parents basement at 28 and don't even have a FT job. I will literally go my entire 20's without landing full-time employment while these 23 years olds land $100k jobs. Fuck my entire fucking existence and fuck ADHD | 2021-12-17T05:12:45.000Z | ri9sf9 | 10 | 19 | ADHD | I just want a fucking job that will take me, falling behind in life severely | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9sf9/i_just_want_a_fucking_job_that_will_take_me/ |
wallornament | I (25F) have been taking 20mg twice a day (well, when I remember to take the second dose) of generic Adderall for about three or so years now. I noticed I've been fizzling out around hour 5 and talked to my doctor about switching to XR to cut out having to remember to take the second pill. She prescribed me 30mg XR of generic Adderall once a day. I figured this would solve the issue and I would be hunky-dory.
Except, I'm worse. It's only been three or four days since I've started and I'm honestly not okay? I can't get anything done. I've barely worked all week, and this is very bad considering the industry I work in. I'm shifting focus every three minutes it seems like. My girlfriend says I seem despondent and unable to maintain interest in anything. This morning I started crying at the thought of getting out of bed. I went to work and accomplished nothing besides persistent dread to function.
I feel like my brain doesn't work anymore. Similar to how I felt prior to getting diagnosed and on a treatment plan.
I'm curious if switching ADHD medication has impacted anyone like this before? Specifically switching from IR to XR.
I also looked up the manufacture of my meds, which is Lannett, and it seems like people have had issues with their IR ADHD meds before. Does anyone have experiences with Lannett's version of the meds? | 2021-12-17T05:04:42.000Z | ri9ne8 | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Recently switched from 20mg IR twice a day to 30mg XR once a day and my ADHD has gotten worse. What experiences have others had with changing meds and do you think medication manufacturer plays a role? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9ne8/recently_switched_from_20mg_ir_twice_a_day_to/ |
subiacOSB | Well a bit ago I decided to get serious about my ADHD. Well as we all know we have the executive dysfunction that prevents us from doing what we want. Anyways, my todo list looks as bad as my house. Yes, I’m medicated(straterra). But it’s not the wonder drug it once is was plus I’m having side effects. Namely, delayed ejaculations. Doc is trying to get me on a stimulant but he’s concerned about my heart. I’m trying to start a relationship with a girl. So I’m getting ready to quit straterra cold turkey. Don’t know if the girl will wait for me to get my meds straightened out. I’m also concerned about her wanting to come over. Ok. It’s not horrible but it’s not great. I’m sure with a fire under my ass I’ll be able to make it presentable with some clutter. Another option is to go back to my old psychiatrist which I have an appointment with. Never canceled it. Maybe I’ll just tell him to put me on a stimulant and I doubt he will ask me about my heart. At this point I don’t care if I die from a heart attack. There’s worth things than death, trust me. LOL. OK. I’m not quite sure what’s the purpose of this post but would appreciate hearing your input.
TIA | 2021-12-17T05:01:26.000Z | ri9lcm | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Todo list and Relationships | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9lcm/todo_list_and_relationships/ |
abcdfghijklm | I miss being able to sit through countless dinosaur documentaries and reading tons of books about dinosaurs. I miss trying to learn new tricks on my roller skates or my skateboard which were expensive and short lived hobbies. I miss spending sleepless nights crocheting teddy bears or knitting scarves. I miss trying to learn songs all day on my keyboard when I should have been studying. I am defined by all of these things and none of them at the same time. I don’t even know who I am.
I also miss the money I spent on all the things that, at the time, felt like something I would love forever. My crochet hooks are lost somewhere in my black hole of a room. My last knitting project that I lost interest in is collecting dust somewhere. My expensive roller skates that I researched heavily to find the best pair are in the back of my closet. I hate myself, I wish I could pick a hobby and get good at it. I have extensive knowledge on so many random things but I’m not passionate about any of them anymore. | 2021-12-17T04:59:57.000Z | ri9k2a | 4 | 8 | ADHD | I miss all my hyperfixations once I lose interest | 0.91 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9k2a/i_miss_all_my_hyperfixations_once_i_lose_interest/ |
wallornament | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:56:58.000Z | ri9i8p | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Recently switched from 20mg IR twice a day to 30mg XR and my ADHD has imploded. Has this happened to anyone else? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9i8p/recently_switched_from_20mg_ir_twice_a_day_to/ |
elatederielotus | Does anyone else hate driving on meds? I legitimately hate it.
Off meds (how I learned to drive and drove for over a decade) is fine. I have situational awareness while somehow also zoned out, it's weird but it's relaxing. The only downside is I have to have the gps on or I miss my turn/exit 100% of the time, even on my way home.
On meds I legitimately can't handle driving. I do drive, but it terrifies me and I'm always on the verge of a stress attack. The only thing that saves me is if I can find a talk radio show or if I have someone on the phone to talk to. Otherwise, I just freeze up and imagine all the ways I might wreck. (I'm still able to drive and I do, but it is dreadful)
When I search for threads about this, everyone talks about how much better driving on meds is, but I find it terrifying. | 2021-12-17T04:47:07.000Z | ri9c0r | 3 | 5 | ADHD | I can't drive on medication. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9c0r/i_cant_drive_on_medication/ |
BandaidPuppet | I've been on 27 mg of concerta for about a month now, having it upped from 18 mg which had no effect beyond placebo after a week.
If I wake up and take my meds at 8, it will kick in around 9 am and I'll be able to work until roughly noon. After that, I crash, am dead tired until 9 pm, after which I'm wide awake until 6 am or so, and regardless of whether I fall asleep after that, I'm unable to work.
My work quality during those 4 hours every other day isn't good enough to make up for the fact that I'm useless for a better half of two days alternately.
How do I fix this, or do I just accept death? | 2021-12-17T04:40:48.000Z | ri9807 | 10 | 4 | ADHD | Concerta makes me focus for 4 hours and makes me incapable of falling asleep for 24. | 0.83 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri9807/concerta_makes_me_focus_for_4_hours_and_makes_me/ |
grapes_88 | I’m a graduate student and this semester has been pretty tough since it’s been online entirely (thanks rona). This week I had my 2 final assignments all due and I’ve had to attempt to plan them out/complete them in a short amount of time since we had smaller assignments due as well all the way up until the end of classes. I managed to complete the first 2 assignments both due this Monday but I just can’t bring it to finish this last essay. It was due tonight and I’ve only done 1 page out of 15. I don’t even know if I can finish it by tomorrow because I just can’t bring myself to do it. I tried asking for an extension but my prof wouldn’t give me one without a doctor’s note and I’m currently not diagnosed with anything so I’m out of luck (also pisses me off how she would always talk about how she feels bad, empathizes with the student struggle yet is the harshest marker I have and can’t even allow an extension).
I’m getting a psych evaluation once my semester is over finally but it just makes me so angry and upset being in this shitty position :( I pretended like I finished in my class group chat because I just feel so ashamed about it. | 2021-12-17T04:36:43.000Z | ri95hu | 6 | 5 | ADHD | I Can’t write my final paper | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri95hu/i_cant_write_my_final_paper/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T04:32:12.000Z | ri92if | 2 | 2 | ADHD | how to change ur entire life overnight? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri92if/how_to_change_ur_entire_life_overnight/ |
PuzzleheadedYam8705 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:31:58.000Z | ri92c4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What does overstimulation look like for you? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri92c4/what_does_overstimulation_look_like_for_you/ |
flufffangs | im also wondering if this is an adhd thing at all, or possibly an anxiety thing. it feels abnormal though and very distressing so im wondering if anyone else experiences something similar or knows what the cause might be.
also any advice on how to manage it is of course appreciated.
baisically ill often fixate on an issue and cant stop thinking about it for days at a time when i just want my brain to shut up. or i fixate on a show and need to finish it and it just becomes a chore and no longer enjoyable. i ruined the joy of animal crossing new horizons by fixating on it too hard and turning it into a source of anxiety. | 2021-12-17T04:31:25.000Z | ri91z4 | 3 | 2 | ADHD | how do you manage unwanted/distressing fixations? | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri91z4/how_do_you_manage_unwanteddistressing_fixations/ |
20_pounds_of_angst | I’ve always had stims throughout my childhood, though I’ve just recently found a name for it and that it wasn’t just me being an idiot. I’ve always had a lot of vocal stims that just feels GOOD to say. Usually they are annoying though, to the point where I am annoyed that I keep saying them.
Recently my boyfriend has been rather annoyed that I keep saying the same annoying phrases over and over again. I don’t know how to explain to a NT that it feels so good to do. Could someone help me out? | 2021-12-17T04:31:13.000Z | ri91tt | 4 | 1 | ADHD | How to explain stimming to my NT boyfriend | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri91tt/how_to_explain_stimming_to_my_nt_boyfriend/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T04:29:43.000Z | ri90pk | 1 | 1 | ADHD | just me rambling about i don’t know what. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri90pk/just_me_rambling_about_i_dont_know_what/ |
emilyruth1999 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:26:05.000Z | ri8ya8 | 5 | 1 | ADHD | When should I start Vyvanse? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8ya8/when_should_i_start_vyvanse/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:26:02.000Z | ri8y99 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | anyone else get "hyperfixations" you don't want? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8y99/anyone_else_get_hyperfixations_you_dont_want/ |
madzilla421 | I am home sick with covid right now and I am dying of boredom. School is over for the semester, can’t go to work/gym/friends for another week. I live alone. I don’t feel that sick, just a little under the weather. But I’m so BORED. All I’ve done for two days is watch YouTube and eat. I’m eating so much more than normal because of my situation, I feel gross but I just keep doing it. How do I not let myself get completely derailed over quarantine? I’ve been fairly stable and on meds for a while, but this combination of issues is already driving me crazy. If anyone had any advice on how to make myself be productive somehow or just not be miserable, I would really appreciate the help. | 2021-12-17T04:22:28.000Z | ri8vxk | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Increase dopamine while bored and stuck at home? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8vxk/increase_dopamine_while_bored_and_stuck_at_home/ |
saharasm | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:08:37.000Z | ri8mr8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Please help! What pharmacy in Washington State is able to order zenzedi 20mg right now? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8mr8/please_help_what_pharmacy_in_washington_state_is/ |
nolakhsa | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:08:02.000Z | ri8mdf | 2 | 2 | ADHD | extreme calm after tattoos? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8mdf/extreme_calm_after_tattoos/ |
Background_Daikon_14 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:03:04.000Z | ri8ixx | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Why are we expected to change | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8ixx/why_are_we_expected_to_change/ |
wetsocklangaz | [removed] | 2021-12-17T04:00:42.000Z | ri8hcd | 2 | 3 | ADHD | is having a “hyperactive” episode part of adhd? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8hcd/is_having_a_hyperactive_episode_part_of_adhd/ |
AlskaNoelle | I prefer my coffee iced, even in the Winter, but I've been struggling every damn night to not only remember to fill the ice cube tray, but bring myself to do it (executive dysfunction picks on the weirdest shit, seriously...). I've been getting my iced coffee at Dunkin Donuts every morning, but I really got to stop, it gets so expensive and I'm about to be a parent.
Anyway, tonight I finally did it. I pulled the trays out of the dishwasher, filled them and put them in the freezer! 🙌
Now I just got to get myself up again to take my vitamins... | 2021-12-17T03:50:49.000Z | ri8axm | 4 | 53 | ADHD | Small Success: I finally filled the ice cube trays | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri8axm/small_success_i_finally_filled_the_ice_cube_trays/ |
DevHD | [removed] | 2021-12-17T03:48:21.000Z | ri89bf | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Pausing in the washroom for 3 hours | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri89bf/pausing_in_the_washroom_for_3_hours/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T03:40:13.000Z | ri83wm | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Biggest obstacle rn: getting out of the house alone | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri83wm/biggest_obstacle_rn_getting_out_of_the_house_alone/ |
combeferret | You’ve checked off all the tasks you need to do already, so you take your meds with the specific intention of focusing on a video game you’ve been wanting to play for ages, as a reward for good behaviour.
(I find it hard to “let” myself have fun, as I always feel behind on the productive things I need to do, so actually going “yes, I have worked enough, I will specifically spend my time on something fun today” is a big deal for me.”)
How does everyone else define a successful ADHD day? | 2021-12-17T03:39:59.000Z | ri83pv | 12 | 38 | ADHD | You know you’re having a good ADHD day when… | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri83pv/you_know_youre_having_a_good_adhd_day_when/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T03:37:31.000Z | ri822k | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Managing Friendships | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri822k/managing_friendships/ |
Mikmok171komkiM | Hi! I was just diagnosed within the last month and started taking my prescription within the last 2 weeks. I’m on a dose of 10mg of adderall. I’ve noticed this really weird side effect I can’t name, I wish I knew what to call it. It’s hard to explain. It feels like a buzzing around my head, and pressure on the inside. I’m doing a good job of eating and staying hydrated, and I’ve slept enough. I don’t know what it is, but it’s a tingly sort of feeling and it’s making me anxious simply because it’s completely unfamiliar to me. Anyone else experience this? | 2021-12-17T03:36:29.000Z | ri81ca | 5 | 4 | ADHD | Side Effects? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri81ca/side_effects/ |
Altilana | TLDR: Brother was diagnosed with ADHD as a child. He is currently medicated but just failed a adhd test and Psych says he just has anxiety and depression. (Unknown if he took the test while on meds) Anyone else ever had the experience of a childhood adhd diagnosis being challenged in adulthood or have advice on how to navigate this situation?
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My bother needed to get rediagnosed with adhd due to some problem with insurance and his medical records. He was diagnosed as a kid, and he was classic adhd hyperactive type. He was extremely hyper, extremely impulsive, emotionally volatile, and incapable of forming memories or learning until my parents started adhd therapies and eventually medication. I’m 8 years older than him so I have strong memories of how difficult this time was for him and my family. My brother doesn’t remember most of that time, so I have no idea if he conveyed his early childhood to his current psych. He did an “adhd test” and failed, but he is currently medicated. So I think he may have taken the test while medicated. He just messaged me upset about failing the adhd test, and I haven’t had the chance to get more details. He has had periods of time off meds, and his work life and school work always suffered. I don’t doubt the anxiety and depression diagnosis since our father died a few months ago and his life has dramatically changed in just a few months. I told him he should seek out a second opinion, but I can’t seem to find anything saying how important or valid the adhd tests are. He is currently in grad school so something like this, can really mess up his ability to function. Any advice or statements sharing your experience are appreciated. | 2021-12-17T03:30:58.000Z | ri7xjl | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Advice needed. My brother’s very classic childhood adhd diagnosis is being challenged now that he is an adult. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7xjl/advice_needed_my_brothers_very_classic_childhood/ |
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[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-17T03:26:31.000Z | ri7ukb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Home is where the Heart is | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7ukb/home_is_where_the_heart_is/ |
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stopdoingthatidiot | So one of my accomplishments (unsure if this can be considered one) is that I have a cactus that should have died ages ago but is doing great.
When I say it should be dead it’s for many reasons, some of which are :
- I rarely water it and when I do it is old water that I can’t drink because I have left it in the bottle for too long. Sometimes it’s old sparkling water too.
- (edit: I also forget about the cactus so although I do water it with gross old water it’s not very often. I probably sometimes overwater it too)
- it has fallen on the floor many times, usually because of my cat or when I am rushing to get to work and accidentally hit it off my drawer. It even has some hair on it from the previous time it fell over.
- my room is not sustainable. Very messy. The cactus is actually a bit dusty. I rarely open my windows because I’m scared of spiders and get cold easily because of my meds.
- lots of negativity in the room too x <3
- not much sunlight either because I sleep in a lot so my curtains are closed.
My theory is that this cactus is one that is growing full of poison and death and will be what causes human extinction. | 2021-12-17T03:18:32.000Z | ri7p43 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Weird accomplishment- cactus that should be dead but is flourishing | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7p43/weird_accomplishment_cactus_that_should_be_dead/ |
Spideybeebe | I HAVE to have noise in the background to avoid getting stuck in a trance. I have my TV on all day even if I’m not watching it, just so I can inadvertently focus on the show while I’m truly focusing on my task. Even when I’m studying or reading, I words go in and out without comprehension if I don’t have white noise or something on in the background. Anyone else? | 2021-12-17T03:16:26.000Z | ri7npu | 9 | 15 | ADHD | Raise your hand if you can’t be productive in a silent environment!! | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7npu/raise_your_hand_if_you_cant_be_productive_in_a/ |
thatcrazylilwoman | I was diagnosed with ADD a kid but stopped taking meds for a long time and I've been really struggling with my symptoms and wanting to get reevaluated if possible for not too much money and time. I was doing some research and this site came up offering evaluations quickly online for a flat fee in my budget. But of course now I'm suspicious that it's a scam or something. I'm not trying to promote it so I won't link to it but if you've had experience, or know any other resources, I appreciate the help.
Edit: sorry if this is formatted weirdly, the automod kept deleting the post :::((( I'm just trying to get help y'all | 2021-12-17T03:15:26.000Z | ri7n0b | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Is "ADHD Online dot com" reputable? It seems too good to be true but it might help me afford a diagnosis... | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7n0b/is_adhd_online_dot_com_reputable_it_seems_too/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-17T03:11:31.000Z | ri7kas | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anyone have any experience with a site called "ADHD Online"? It seems too good to be true but it might help me afford a diagnosis | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7kas/does_anyone_have_any_experience_with_a_site/ |
Suspicious_Ad_6088 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T02:58:36.000Z | ri7blm | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Has anyone dealt with moving to VA before? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7blm/has_anyone_dealt_with_moving_to_va_before/ |
LordSekken | I had a rough childhood, but I can't remember. Most of the traumatic events ive been through, ive forgetten. All I can remember is how they made me feel. How do I progress past this? How do I work through these emotions when I dont even know what caused them majority of the time? How do I confront the people who treated me bad when I cant even explain to them what they did to me?
I've been medicated again recently, and trying to find a good dosage after being off meds for years because my Father told me I can do just fine without it (not true), and I've been better mentally, but ive been stuck deep in a rut for a while now, and I'm so tired. Any help is much appreciated :) | 2021-12-17T02:58:30.000Z | ri7bjf | 5 | 2 | ADHD | I can't remember | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri7bjf/i_cant_remember/ |
glitterbitter | If you take or have taken both antidepressants and meds for depression/anxiety and ADHD:
What works best for you? Both types of medications, or just one?
Context:
Diagnosed with c-ptsd, depression/anxiety, and combined ADHD (more inattentive type than hyperactivity). I’ve been on dex/vyvanse for about a year, and various antidepressants since 2013. I’ve found lexapro works best for me. I have had therapy and am trying to get in with a new support centre.
I have an appointment with my psychiatrist soon. In my last session 6 months ago, I asked if I could come off my antidepressants (10mg lexapro/escitalopram), and he said to wait for our next appointment. I’m currently on 30mg of Vyvanse with a 5mg booster after about 9 hours.
Since then, I’ve had a lot of stress from life and work, and got into another depressive episode. I’m not sure if I still want to come off them, but I’m wondering if just taking the vyvanse would be effective in also treating my mood. When I’m not stressed, I have really good results with the vyvanse and find it easier to manage my mood and anxiety. When I get depressed, each episode becomes ‘harder’ to deal with, and I end up with suicidal ideation because I feel so tired of those feelings.
I’m not looking to use reddit as ‘evidence’ to inform my choice, but I did want to see the experiences and perspectives of other people.
Thanks! :) | 2021-12-17T02:48:26.000Z | ri74yl | 7 | 2 | ADHD | Question for people on antidepressants and ADHD meds | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri74yl/question_for_people_on_antidepressants_and_adhd/ |
brainhack3r | [removed] | 2021-12-17T02:47:57.000Z | ri74na | 253 | 392 | ADHD | ADHD meetups? There are 1.3M of us here. | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri74na/adhd_meetups_there_are_13m_of_us_here/ |
8spd20 | I believe some people here can relate to getting super deep into a new hobby and then a few months later you just drop it never to show interest again. Hobbies are expensive and im trying to break this cycle for myself.
I typically get interested in something, quickly become obsessed, invest a bunch of money, then within a few months I get distracted, hit an obstacle, or just lose interest and never go back it.
I’ve done it with photography, weightlifting, Muay Thai, jujitsu, drawing, stock trading and now I’m on the verge of doing it with espresso.
How long should I delay getting into a hobby? How do I break this cycle? Does anyone relate or is this not a symptom of my adhd and something else all
Together? | 2021-12-17T02:36:14.000Z | ri6wvx | 8 | 9 | ADHD | How long do you wait before investing in a new hobby? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6wvx/how_long_do_you_wait_before_investing_in_a_new/ |
DwertlePlayz | [I tried the human benchmark test](https://humanbenchmark.com/users/61bbf576d475e7000957b2dd) and I noticed that I scored really low on memory all-around (other than number memory where I'm average). Does issues with memory tend to be linked to adhd? Or am I just bad at memorizing things? If age has anything to do with it I'm 15 and I know my brain is still developing but I feel like I should have a slightly higher score on these. | 2021-12-17T02:36:11.000Z | ri6wuh | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Low human benchmark scores on memory, does this have anything to do with adhd? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6wuh/low_human_benchmark_scores_on_memory_does_this/ |
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GunstarRed | So whenever I take something like, say, Vyvanse, it is as if I am putting on glasses. Suddenly the entire world is beautiful, happy, exciting. I am filled with absolute bliss and actually feel human. The problem? After the first week or so, they don't actually help me focus on work. INSTEAD, they help me actually enjoy things I love like games and guitar. This is an issue, because it doesn't make me want to work hard on work, it makes me want to have fun playing around. Then, by around 4 or 5 pm, I start to crash, and am literally bordering on suicidal. It is agony.
I've tried lowering doses on these meds and when I do I just don't even feel an effect.
It's been this way with every drug I have tried, and I suppose my only option is non-stimulants, but I have heard they don't work well. What am I supposed to do? No matter how hard I try I cannot get my brain to focus on anything. | 2021-12-17T02:31:02.000Z | ri6t7t | 12 | 24 | ADHD | At the beginning of the day stimulants (Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse) make me feel like I am a superhero, but once they wear off I am hit with a massive wave of depression. What do I do? | 0.96 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6t7t/at_the_beginning_of_the_day_stimulants_adderall/ |
No-Poem166 | I’ve noticed recently that my medication was no longer working like before. I take 10mg dexedrine in the morning, and 5mg in the afternoon. Usually this would make me quite productive and I could “feel normal”, but the last few weeks have been feeling extremely lackluster. I’ve taken this medication at this dose for roughly more than half a year now, so I am confused as to why there was a sudden change.
This led me into attempting to not take my medication briefly (2 weeks or so) and I was even more unproductive! It felt like I literally could not do anything!
I’m so conflicted. On one hand, when I take my meds I feel like nothing has changed…yet when I don’t take my meds everything goes to absolute sh*t. Once I start taking my meds after a short break I realize how much I need it…then after another week or two I am right back to where I was before.
Anyone else struggled with this before? What did you do to make it better?
Does this sound like a need to switch medication or increase dosage?
I have already told my psych about this and she is currently applying for me to switch to Vyvanse. Don’t know how long that will take but I hope the same thing doesn’t happen :( | 2021-12-17T02:29:42.000Z | ri6s47 | 1 | 7 | ADHD | Medicated but still couch-locked? | 0.89 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6s47/medicated_but_still_couchlocked/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-17T02:24:32.000Z | ri6oms | 6 | 6 | ADHD | I feel even more forgetful and out of it now that I realize I (probably) have ADHD. | 0.88 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6oms/i_feel_even_more_forgetful_and_out_of_it_now_that/ |
gawainevere | I’m 25F who was diagnosed as a kid with ADHD but after some time on medication my dad took me off of it because he “didn’t like how it made me act” and “ADHD isn’t real anyway, you just need to buckle down more”.
I was “gifted” throughout grade school but very “lazy”, flakey, and impulsive. I would cut class all the time to participate in risky, impulsive behavior with boys, substance consumption, or just go hang out somewhere else.
In college I started doing worse in school and suffering from pretty severe panic attacks and saw a counselor through my university and was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. I honestly didn’t bring up my ADHD diagnosis from when I was a kid because I didn’t even think to. I have a terrible memory as it is and she didn’t ask so I didn’t think to bring it up.
I had a baby last April and was diagnosed with Postpartum Depression and put on antidepressants for that, which helped in some ways but not in others. I was told by the doctor to go to talk therapy but I couldn’t afford it, so I just took the antidepressants and tried to cope on my own. That’s my issue now as well. I want to see someone about ADHD but don’t think I can afford it.
Reading something about how some mental health conditions (like anxiety and depression) can stem from and mask ADHD is what made me wonder if this faint memory of something from my childhood could really be the key to getting myself on the right track.
I just want to get my life together. I feel like a hot mess.
My self esteem is terrible, I can never clear my mind and stop racing thoughts, I am impulsive and irresponsible, I can never just focus on one thing, and I always seem to leave a wake of half-finished projects and tasks behind me. I could (and have been up until now) work on improving in each of these areas individually, but if I could address a root cause I think that would help. Also mostly I want to be a good example for my son as he grows up. I grew up with the effects of issues my parents had and I don’t want to put that on him.
Anyway, it would be encouraging to know if anyone else out there has a similar experience/advice for how to get a doctor to take a woman’s concern about ADHD seriously because I’ve heard that’s challenging.
All the best | 2021-12-17T02:23:47.000Z | ri6o4p | 4 | 3 | ADHD | I just want to know what’s wrong with me once and for all and get my life together | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6o4p/i_just_want_to_know_whats_wrong_with_me_once_and/ |
[deleted] | I'm 31 and about to graduate from college (if I didn't fail my foreign language class thanks to my goldfish memory and complete lack of interest in the subject but that's beside the point). I'm in a class about finding work after college in my field as an English major. It was there that I realized I may have made a mistake.
All my classmates have these massive resumes. They've volunteered, had prestigious internships, are involved in extracurricular activities, have a wide range of interests... I'm only an English major because it's a very versatile major that qualifies me for lots of careers and because I can bs an essay and get a decent grade on it the night before. I'm not here out of passion for literature or research papers, I just suck at everything else and am forced to get a degree because I can't do labor jobs.
Now my final project is a portfolio and I realized that in all my years of college and life in general, I have nothing to showcase my work. All the work I'm proud of is fan works I'm a bit embarrassed about but I have to add them or I won't have anything. I have no awards, certifications, or extra curriculars. I have nothing except 5 years of rushed essays I wrote without even proofreading to get them over with and 3 passion projects that would take 14 hours to go through due to how they're formatted.
And that's the thing about ADHD: we're smart. We've got endless potential. We just have absolutely no energy unless we want to do something. So now at 31, I have to include the 3 video games I've developed for a youtuber on my portfolio and have nothing else to show. Sure, I learned a heck of a lot of skills, but I spend most of my time playing games or making my own. I'm limited. I have a very one-track mind and very niche interests. I don't want to waste my time doing things that don't give me ~~dopamine~~ joy. I don't even have a targeted career path because I don't want a career. I want everyone to leave me alone to work on my own projects at my own pace.
How do I get a job when I spend all my time in perpetual exhaustion from the basic daily necessities that rob me of my energy and leave nothing left over for cleaning or planning major life stuff or anything extracurricular? How do people have the energy to do so much when I don't have the energy to even do my laundry until I'm down to my last pair of socks?
Just wondering if anyone else feels this way and if there's ANYTHING I can do to fix it without losing the tiny bit of energy I have left. | 2021-12-17T02:20:08.000Z | ri6lld | 2 | 2 | ADHD | You ever just feel... unaccomplished? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6lld/you_ever_just_feel_unaccomplished/ |
bbglow12 | I’ve tried everything and the only thing that helps is once the adderall medication kicks in. However, on my “off med” days I feel so slow and unproductive! I hate feeling slow and almost hungover with immense brain fog on my days I don’t take meds.
I drink lots of water, take omega vitamins, walk my dog, get enough good sleep, and don’t drink alcohol before bed. Sometimes the brain fog lasts a few hours and I feel like my entire morning was a waste.
Does anyone else experience this or have any tips? | 2021-12-17T02:17:50.000Z | ri6jzh | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Waking up with terrible brain fog daily? Any tips? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6jzh/waking_up_with_terrible_brain_fog_daily_any_tips/ |
ExpensivePumpkin6 | [removed] | 2021-12-17T02:16:20.000Z | ri6ix6 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | People who've gotten diagnosed while they were in uni, how has it impacted your academic performance? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6ix6/people_whove_gotten_diagnosed_while_they_were_in/ |
Dracorex_22 | I've been stuck at home since the pandemic happened, my last year of college came and went (completely online) and I've since graduated. Still haven't managed to get a job yet, and living in a shitty apartment complex on Long Island makes doing stuff difficult (transportation sucks and you cant walk everywhere).
I've had two major depressive episodes already, resulting in my first major run in with depersonalization (other than maybe one time in middle school), and I feel like I'm entering a third one.
My usual hyperfixations just aren't cutting it anymore. I usually find myself cycling through them, but now it seems I'm not getting around to the things I wanted to do. I have like 3 or 4 video games that I started but I don't feel motivated to finish. Several shows on Netflix used to hold my attention but now its hard to even focus on those. I haven't been reading webtoons consistently either like I used to.
I feel like I'm in a fog when I'm trying to focus on my interests.
The worst part is that I know the reason, I've been watching/looking at more porn than usual recently since I "accidentally" found a new source, and now I fear that its becoming my new hyperfixation instead of the stuff I actually want to be into.
I didn't really notice it at first, then I randomly got one of those "self help dopamine detox" videos in my YouTube recommendations. I know that stuff is largely bullshit and wouldn't really work on people with ADHD either way, but the thought of "you're wasting your life" crawled its way back into my head, and I think its making everything worse.
I just want to actually enjoy videogames and movies without fixating on porn instead. | 2021-12-17T02:15:41.000Z | ri6igm | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Recently felt more burnt out than usual | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6igm/recently_felt_more_burnt_out_than_usual/ |
TheWorldDoesntSpin | Sorry, this is going to be long. Normally I don’t like to talk about these sort of things but I think it’s about time. For the past 2-3 years I’ve started to become more aware that I have ADHD. I was diagnosed as a kid so then I didn’t have the full view of what this mental disorder is. All I can say is, I need help. I’ve been wanting to go to a psychologist or therapist but I just can’t do. There are so many things I want to do but for some reason I just can’t. I also decided to stop taking my pill, just to see how it worked and because of that I discovered just how much the pills have on my anxiety. I haven’t been as active as I am now a year ago, while off the medication I feel more social and active, and actually happy. When I don’t take my pill for school, though, and I used to be a straight A student until then. This past semester I ended up failing one of my classes. I just don’t know what to do, while on the medication I am actually functional and can make proper sentences, but while not on it I am a lot more happy and social. I also talk to myself in my own head, like a lot, constantly, and it’s beginning to worry me. Is this normal for everyone, because like I said I haven’t talk to anyone about this yet. I have avoided my medication so I can actually make friends, and find the confidence to start talking to a girl, which I have, but since I stopped I feel more hopeless, like I’ll never actually do anything successful in my life. If anyone had any knowledge on what I just said please enlighten me, I just don’t trust random websites off the internet. | 2021-12-17T02:14:07.000Z | ri6h9o | 2 | 2 | ADHD | What do I do? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6h9o/what_do_i_do/ |
Leenolyak | *TLDR: My Grandpa died of dementia this week and I feel so much more hopeless about mental health and my future. Defeat is starting to feel like rage for constantly failing at adulthood and nothing seems stable anymore.*
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Every day… I keep fucking it up. I don’t know what to do or what not to do. Prioritizing my To-Do list items is helpful occasionally but usually not. Unless something is absolutely urgent, I do not get a fucking thing done because I am CONSTANTLY stuck in a paralysis of indecision and forgetfulness and I literally can’t make it fucking stop. I am ALWAYS forgetting things and thus I hesitate to do anything because I’m worried there’s something i’m forgetting. I can’t make decisions about anything.
This is been going on for a year after losing my last job to poor time management. At this point I think the cumulative day-after-day frustration of cyclical defeat has lately started to feel like rage and less like my usual sadness. I start feeling an underlying urge to throw a tantrum and punch things (not people) or throw my phone at the ground at full force. I don’t actually act out in that way (except one time where I punched a cardboard box in my car), but certainly feel like it more often lately.
I’m typing this rant because I have the urge right now after another day of over-ambition followed by total disappointment.
I’ve always been pretty mellow/reserved and definitely not the type to have urges of rage but this phase of being broke, depressed, job insecure, socially insecure (thus lonely) and THEN seeing my grandpa die of dementia after procrastinating on visiting him for years is really getting me down.
I had therapy a few weeks at earlier this year but that didn’t last because I missed a Betterhelp payment and became indecisive on choosing a therapist. I am just getting overwhelmed with the amount of fuckups I have to fix in my life and I just barely turned 27 a week ago before my grandpa died. I have never felt as hopeless as I’ve been feeling this holiday season. WOW I really needed to write all that. Thanks for reading. | 2021-12-17T02:13:56.000Z | ri6h54 | 3 | 1 | ADHD | How the fuck am I supposed survive myself | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6h54/how_the_fuck_am_i_supposed_survive_myself/ |
Latter-Collection746 | Hello doers and learners,
I was always a jumpy and bored kid, I was also neglected. Always got in trouble without doing absolutely nothing or knowledge of why I’m in trouble. I was the nice guy in my school. I have struggled with depression, anger issues and anxiety. Always got bad grades until now.
I started taking atomoxitine 18 mg in combination with dextroamphetamine (10 mg morning + afternoon). I finally feel like I’m getting things done in a long time. I see the whole picture of what my goal leads me to. Wild perspectives I never thought of.
I’m writing today to let people know that you just have to keep trying, combine your psychotherapy, meds and support system to work with you and your brain. My partner has other demons he fights everyday and we depend on each other’s honest opinions to do better. It is possible just go at your own pace. When you get it you’ll thank yourself for trying. TC | 2021-12-17T02:11:09.000Z | ri6f5x | 1 | 3 | ADHD | It will get better | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6f5x/it_will_get_better/ |
Le_Puppeteer | [removed] | 2021-12-17T02:09:25.000Z | ri6dx9 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Jobs make me want to die | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6dx9/jobs_make_me_want_to_die/ |
PlantTheif | Often, I start a routine of waking up, brushing my teeth, eating breakfast and going outside for atleast 25 minutes and I'm just waiting for this routine to die like every other routine I've had over the past 5 months.
This feels like some ridiculous constant loop of getting back up from being pushed down. Everytime I start a new routine I convince myself that I'm normal, Im okay, I've got my shit together but to then only a week or two later completely forget about said routine or get bored with it. If I think about this anymore, I feel like it'll disappear. I dont want to think about it, but I can't stop!?!
Can anyone else relate to these feelings? Kinda fucks me up a lil... | 2021-12-17T02:08:40.000Z | ri6df3 | 4 | 5 | ADHD | Waiting for this routine to die and start anew | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6df3/waiting_for_this_routine_to_die_and_start_anew/ |
No_Woodpecker2106 | Is it just me or anyone else? Whenever i buy a pack of gum, or tic tac or halls, its gone in the next hour. I have to finish all of it. Is that adhd related?
It could be that i just enjoy gum and tic tacs and so thats dopamine but even when i am not dopamine deprived i still finish it in the enxt hour or so. Anyone has the same thing? | 2021-12-17T02:05:34.000Z | ri6b6l | 11 | 9 | ADHD | Strange.... | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri6b6l/strange/ |
technodewdrop | I just started my fifth adhd medication and I'm feeling some positive improvements. But it's... Weird. I feel like I have a bit more energy, and doing things isn't always a struggle. But even still, this overwhelming constant fatigue is always there. I've only been on them for three days and I can up the dose, so maybe it'll go away. I dunno. Does anyone else have this? Is it even adhd? I have other stuff wrong, like autism, anxiety and cptsd. Maybe it's an amalgamation of all of my disorders, I don't know. I'm just so fracking sick of being constantly exhausted. I feel completely helpless and I just need answers and or support | 2021-12-17T02:02:18.000Z | ri68u9 | 6 | 1 | ADHD | Why am I still so tired? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri68u9/why_am_i_still_so_tired/ |
AppropriateSoft | [removed] | 2021-12-17T02:02:06.000Z | ri68p8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | triggered by questions/interviews | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri68p8/triggered_by_questionsinterviews/ |
Shadowchani | Saw this in r/bipolar and thought it would be interesting to ask here.
For example I take my planner everywhere. My memory is so bad, I can't function without it. Yet when my boss tells me to come to a meeting, and I grab my purse or my planner and a pen, he always looks so disapproving.
Dude, I just need this so I know after the meeting what we actually talked about during the meeting! | 2021-12-17T01:54:37.000Z | ri63ag | 2 | 2 | ADHD | What's one thing you wish family/friends/partners/employers knew about ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri63ag/whats_one_thing_you_wish/ |
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