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That_Sand_6225 | My entire life I’ve felt different. Alienated from the people around me. I’ve spent years convincing myself that I made it up. That my experiences, struggles and emotions were just like everyone else’s, they just didn’t talk about it. So neither did I.
I’ve tried. Given up. Started over. Done my best. Failed. And the... | 2021-12-16T21:46:36.000Z | ri13cw | 5 | 20 | ADHD | I’ve spent most of my life feeling like an alien | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri13cw/ive_spent_most_of_my_life_feeling_like_an_alien/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-16T21:45:48.000Z | ri12rb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | If you miss your medication, do you feel like a pile of goo filled with energy but unable to expend it in any way shape or form so you just don't do anything? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri12rb/if_you_miss_your_medication_do_you_feel_like_a/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-16T21:45:18.000Z | ri12dl | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Dealing with appetite loss on Vyvanse? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri12dl/dealing_with_appetite_loss_on_vyvanse/ |
Somna_ | Freshman and sophomore year were horrible. Between depression and ADHD, I passed probably less than 3 credits worth of classes in those first two years. I remember stressing out so much and feeling so disappointed in myself and frustrated and worried that I wouldn't graduate on time. Well, after a few summers worth of ... | 2021-12-16T21:44:38.000Z | ri11ud | 1 | 4 | ADHD | Just graduated high school! (in my 5th year) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri11ud/just_graduated_high_school_in_my_5th_year/ |
Travisty872 | I have been extremely busy this week, and my system is falling apart. I have been forgetting my meds, even after reminding myself to take them. There is to much I need to get done. Filing divorce papers, making sure my ex has copies, taking care of my dog, remembering to eat, get to work on time. I was doing okay and m... | 2021-12-16T21:43:17.000Z | ri10w9 | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Having trouble getting back on track. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri10w9/having_trouble_getting_back_on_track/ |
HardlyJess | I'm recently diagnosed and taking meds. I'm taking Methylphenidate/Ritalin instant release.
I know people have issues where their appetite is gone or they can't eat, I don't have this issue. However, I actually feel FULL when eating. Which i have honestly never felt before. I could eat forever and ever before but woul... | 2021-12-16T21:41:56.000Z | ri0zwe | 8 | 4 | ADHD | Anyone feel like they never felt full until meds? | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0zwe/anyone_feel_like_they_never_felt_full_until_meds/ |
kaysheik | I’ve struggled with trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle for as long as I remember honestly, I’ll start working out and eating better but then I just completely fall off the wagon because the lack of motivation plus lack instant reward I just can’t stick with something and it’s starting to really bother me. How do ot... | 2021-12-16T21:40:58.000Z | ri0z68 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Feeling a little defeated | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0z68/feeling_a_little_defeated/ |
Miserable_Evening_54 | Some of the symptoms of ADHD would certainly explain a lot about me, but the only thing I'm unsure of is that I can't relate too well to others on here when it comes to forgetfulness. I'm usually always on time to appointments and stuff and I think I'm okay at remembering where I placed things. What do you guys think? | 2021-12-16T21:39:11.000Z | ri0xuq | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Can you have inattentive type ADHD while not being very forgetful? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0xuq/can_you_have_inattentive_type_adhd_while_not/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T21:32:11.000Z | ri0shz | 1 | 3 | ADHD | I always thought that I was stupid, lazy and had social anxiety | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0shz/i_always_thought_that_i_was_stupid_lazy_and_had/ |
Dazzling-Ad-6231 | Lately, I have been self reflecting more. Things I thought were just quirks or preferences I see now are really tied to my ADHD experience.
Like textures. I thought everyone LOVES a good soft blanket. Or that one t shirt that is perfectly broken in but also thick. Or just seeing something of a certain texture and hav... | 2021-12-16T21:31:52.000Z | ri0s9n | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Strong (positive or negative) reaction to textures? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0s9n/strong_positive_or_negative_reaction_to_textures/ |
LeopoldDDoggo | I’m through my first prescription with my doctor since starting meds for the first time recently. He put in the refill order with Pharmacierge on Monday, but I still don’t have a payment link from them, and I have a single dose left. He seems to be pretty insistent on using them, and he said a different pharmacy would ... | 2021-12-16T21:31:16.000Z | ri0rtq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | (United Kingdom) Delays with Pharmacierge and alternatives, new to the UK, not sure what my options are | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0rtq/united_kingdom_delays_with_pharmacierge_and/ |
LeopoldDDoggo | [removed] | 2021-12-16T21:29:25.000Z | ri0q9l | 1 | 1 | ADHD | (United Kingdom) Trouble with Pharmacierge - Anyone else experiencing an Elvanse delay? Can I go to a different Pharmacy? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0q9l/united_kingdom_trouble_with_pharmacierge_anyone/ |
DeplorableAntipope | Hi all, a quick search brings up a lot of questions about appetite loss, but I wanted to ask for specific meals or meal replacements (for the days where you're either not hungry or nothing sounds good) or supplements/vitamins/etc. you've incorporated into your daily routine.
I am really looking for "healthy" options ... | 2021-12-16T21:27:34.000Z | ri0oul | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Go-to strategies (meals, supplements) for appetite loss from medication and intuitive eating | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0oul/goto_strategies_meals_supplements_for_appetite/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T21:26:00.000Z | ri0no8 | 93 | 59 | ADHD | I’m not sure what is emotional abuse and what is ADHD. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0no8/im_not_sure_what_is_emotional_abuse_and_what_is/ |
Bobby-NoNose | My long time girlfriend has always been really bad at starting text conversation. But when she is out with friends or at something she NEVER text me.
I would be kind of okay with this if it was not for the fact that she gets upset when I am at something and don’t text her update at least every now and then.
She has... | 2021-12-16T21:24:21.000Z | ri0md8 | 8 | 2 | ADHD | Does ADHD make her forget to text me or is it just an excuse. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0md8/does_adhd_make_her_forget_to_text_me_or_is_it/ |
xPrincessKittyx | I'm starting off this post by saying I have NEVER been officially diagnosed with any form of ADHD, however, I'm posting this here since Strattera seems to be used as an ADHD treatment med and my doctor thought it would be good for me for two major issues- staying awake and concentration.
I'm a 21/f and I've been seein... | 2021-12-16T21:22:28.000Z | ri0kz0 | 13 | 1 | ADHD | What to Expect on Strattera? I need Advice | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0kz0/what_to_expect_on_strattera_i_need_advice/ |
Birbirib | [removed] | 2021-12-16T21:20:04.000Z | ri0j34 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I got diagnosed :) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0j34/i_got_diagnosed/ |
dillpickle03 | The last 2.5 years have been so difficult. We went from a little speech therapy to some OT, and recently have visited a behavorial doctor.
Today, he was diagnosed with ADHD combined type, and she emphasized disruptive behavior and anxiety.
Medication was offered but I denied. Although I will say his doctor is support... | 2021-12-16T21:18:30.000Z | ri0hw5 | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Today my 4 year old was diagnosed | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0hw5/today_my_4_year_old_was_diagnosed/ |
LeopoldDDoggo | [removed] | 2021-12-16T21:17:22.000Z | ri0h17 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | (UK) Trouble with Pharmacierge — anyone experiencing Elvanse delays? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0h17/uk_trouble_with_pharmacierge_anyone_experiencing/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T21:17:13.000Z | ri0gwt | 1 | 1 | ADHD | My 4 year old was diagnosed today | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0gwt/my_4_year_old_was_diagnosed_today/ |
kyakis | Long post incoming! Sorry if wrong flair
When I learned what executive dysfunction was I obsessed over it for months. I researched online what conditions have it as a symptom and learned a lot about ASD and ADHD. So I scheduled an appointment to have one of those big psych assessments done.
Me and my family were g... | 2021-12-16T21:15:05.000Z | ri0fa9 | 6 | 1 | ADHD | I think I've been lying to myself | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0fa9/i_think_ive_been_lying_to_myself/ |
Brynnakat | Did super extensive, and expensive, testing. She came back Monday and said no I’m not diagnosing you.
I had a pre-scheduled meeting with my usual psychiatrist today. I mentioned the testing and she went “you wanna go through the dsm-5 criteria?” I said yes of course. Boom diagnosed.
The testing I did mentioned the ... | 2021-12-16T21:13:11.000Z | ri0du7 | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Got denied a diagnosis and then got a diagnosis within four days | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0du7/got_denied_a_diagnosis_and_then_got_a_diagnosis/ |
SwimmingThis3424 | Ive been finding it really hard to focus while studying, even 10 continuous minutes is difficult sometimes. Ive tried study with me videos, lofi music, ambience, pure silence, but nothing is working and im getting kind of frustrated, so i was wondering if anyone has any tips on how to focus better so i can study produc... | 2021-12-16T21:08:37.000Z | ri0abf | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Study tips + stop procrastinating | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri0abf/study_tips_stop_procrastinating/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T21:06:37.000Z | ri08ru | 3 | 0 | ADHD | How do you get your parents to let you get screened? (Strict parents, ones in denial) | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri08ru/how_do_you_get_your_parents_to_let_you_get/ |
throwaway376848272 | Long story short I’ve been clean from heroin, xanax, Valium, cocaine, we ed, alcohol, and amphetamines for about a year and a half. The downers were always my drugs of choice and while I definitely abused amphetamines those were my last resort and didn’t happen often. Now that I have a clear head my life has gotten so ... | 2021-12-16T21:02:47.000Z | ri05lc | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Any former drug addicts take anything for your ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri05lc/any_former_drug_addicts_take_anything_for_your/ |
dyscospydr21 | I (26F) am currently in the middle of the process of getting diagnosed with adult ADHD (inattentive type). I was the typical *gifted kid* who did really well at school and got really good grades and put in loads of work and effort to get there - even though i always noticed that i had to put in two or three times the e... | 2021-12-16T20:59:20.000Z | ri02q8 | 6 | 9 | ADHD | Former *gifted kid* | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/ri02q8/former_gifted_kid/ |
blakemp64 | I’m planning to quit smoking this week. I’ve used nicotine since 14 (8yrs), and it’s helped with concentration/clarity. Working hands on and getting tunnel vision is probably the only time I’m truly at peace with my mind. I’ve convinced myself I can only achieve this state while being stimulated. So I’m terrified of lo... | 2021-12-16T20:51:00.000Z | rhzwan | 17 | 4 | ADHD | Quitting-smoking advice? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzwan/quittingsmoking_advice/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T20:50:10.000Z | rhzvol | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Got my diagnosis but they had to test my heart rate and I was tired and anxious | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzvol/got_my_diagnosis_but_they_had_to_test_my_heart/ |
mikenebez |
Honestly I’m not even sure if this is ADHD related, but figured I gotta start somewhere. So I’m starting to realize that I get super obsessed with a subject for a couple weeks or so, and then out of nowhere my interest disappears. Like for example I was on a huge UFC kick for a little while, I even wanted to join a BJ... | 2021-12-16T20:49:59.000Z | rhzvjc | 4 | 8 | ADHD | What should I do? | 0.9 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzvjc/what_should_i_do/ |
greatunknown_ | I'm just wondering since I can't imagine its something that can be spotted in a scan or something. I'm getting a doctors appointment after Christmas and I want to know what to expect. Do they ask you lots of questions? Do they monitor you or something? Sorry if this isn't a good place to ask. Thanks.
Edit: Thank you e... | 2021-12-16T20:49:29.000Z | rhzv5n | 5 | 1 | ADHD | How is ADHD actually diagnosed? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzv5n/how_is_adhd_actually_diagnosed/ |
just_let_me_be | Often when I have stuff to do (like right now) and am unable to do it, I go looking for that magic solution. Never find it. Drives me mad every time. Spend so much time trawling through article after article about how to just do the thing.
Oh how I can't wait for that magic fix all
The equivalent of Shia LaBeouf's "J... | 2021-12-16T20:47:56.000Z | rhztyz | 7 | 3 | ADHD | I want the MaGiC soLuTiOn | 0.72 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhztyz/i_want_the_magic_solution/ |
Professional_Ad_1441 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:47:03.000Z | rhztbx | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Vyvanse doesn’t work as well when taken with Zoloft ? | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhztbx/vyvanse_doesnt_work_as_well_when_taken_with_zoloft/ |
FirefighterDry2824 | I swear to God the world is out to get me. In high school I was a great student and got very good grades. I did drum line in the marching band and concert percussion too. I was under the impression that I was capable of continuing that trend in college. Well I was wrong.
I was doing well in all of my classes until lit... | 2021-12-16T20:45:56.000Z | rhzshn | 1 | 2 | ADHD | What kind of karmic debt is being paid to me right now | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzshn/what_kind_of_karmic_debt_is_being_paid_to_me/ |
michaelc96 | I’m constantly given tasks at work that LITERALLY have no deadline to them. How in the world do I start them/finish them when the task alone is a multi day process? Friends suggested giving myself a imaginary deadline but that has yet to help once. I have a constant battle between doing it and I have plenty of time. Th... | 2021-12-16T20:44:45.000Z | rhzrij | 5 | 11 | ADHD | How do you guys manage to start a task that literally has no deadline? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzrij/how_do_you_guys_manage_to_start_a_task_that/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T20:44:43.000Z | rhzrhc | 2 | 5 | ADHD | ADHD or not, I think I am fundamentally incapable of working a job, and should probably just give up | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzrhc/adhd_or_not_i_think_i_am_fundamentally_incapable/ |
l0serwhoreads | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:43:14.000Z | rhzqcs | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I got diagnosed with ADHD but my parents don't believe I have it. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzqcs/i_got_diagnosed_with_adhd_but_my_parents_dont/ |
xelapearl | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:42:54.000Z | rhzq3l | 1 | 1 | ADHD | i’m constantly fighting with myself everyday and i hate myself for it | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzq3l/im_constantly_fighting_with_myself_everyday_and_i/ |
kp6615 | I am successfully treated on meds for years now. Well today I got up at 4am, my dog woke me up I just got a new puppy. Anyway she woke me up to pee, I usually get up around 5 anyway for my two hours of peace and quiet. Anyway I have had this low level of exhaustion all day I call this dangerous tired, why because I am ... | 2021-12-16T20:41:36.000Z | rhzp2p | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Dangerous Tired | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzp2p/dangerous_tired/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:41:00.000Z | rhzoms | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How do you guys manage to start a task that literally has no deadline? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzoms/how_do_you_guys_manage_to_start_a_task_that/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T20:40:10.000Z | rhznyt | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Not sure what to think… | 0.33 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhznyt/not_sure_what_to_think/ |
GlitteringDoughnutt | - i’m sorry for any blocks of text, i’m on mobile
- i just moved back home for winter break, which means my college schedule is over and i can do whatever i want. however, within a day i end up staying up till six am and sleeping until 3 pm.
- i hate waking up so late and wasting my day, but making plans for myself li... | 2021-12-16T20:38:36.000Z | rhzmpj | 3 | 2 | ADHD | how do you wake up at a reasonable hour if you have nothing to do that day? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzmpj/how_do_you_wake_up_at_a_reasonable_hour_if_you/ |
Purpleflax | Hey, just wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience to me after beginning medication.
I’ve recently started Concerta after my diagnosis and I’ve noticed at no fault of my partner that I feel quite suddenly less motivated to put time and effort into the relationship and wondering if anyone else has had simi... | 2021-12-16T20:36:39.000Z | rhzl8i | 3 | 0 | ADHD | ADHD Medication and Relationships | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzl8i/adhd_medication_and_relationships/ |
carriebrokeshaw | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:34:33.000Z | rhzjmt | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Adderall XR vs Concerta - which is better to start? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzjmt/adderall_xr_vs_concerta_which_is_better_to_start/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T20:30:47.000Z | rhzgr9 | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Hey fellow monkeys, ive been thinking. Maybe the help of a few online zombies would assist me in understanding myself and my condition better. | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzgr9/hey_fellow_monkeys_ive_been_thinking_maybe_the/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T20:28:30.000Z | rhzezp | 3 | 0 | ADHD | forgot something important for my undergrad thesis | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzezp/forgot_something_important_for_my_undergrad_thesis/ |
socialskills100 | My great grandpa died about 14 years ago, when I was 8 I think. I only remember being cuddled up to him on the couch at every visit while he napped, and feeling nothing at all when he died. To my understanding, that’s not uncommon with kids though.
Now I’m 22, and I was diagnosed in November. I loved and respected my ... | 2021-12-16T20:28:18.000Z | rhzetp | 7 | 3 | ADHD | My great grandma (101) died this morning. It feels as if I see it in a very cynical way, compared to my family | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzetp/my_great_grandma_101_died_this_morning_it_feels/ |
hydrogen661505 | It's ok! It happens to all of us. My little brother let me know yesterday that my room is and I quote "spicy" for the smell. Wash your sheets pillows and mattress if you haven't done so lately! Vacuum or mop if you can. It's Normal to not notice the smell of your room if you spend a ton of time in it like I do! | 2021-12-16T20:27:38.000Z | rhzeb2 | 12 | 66 | ADHD | REMINDER: your room might not smell great. | 0.98 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzeb2/reminder_your_room_might_not_smell_great/ |
Stanv13 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:27:15.000Z | rhze0s | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I've scheduled a meeting with a psychologist because i think i might have adhd. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhze0s/ive_scheduled_a_meeting_with_a_psychologist/ |
Comrade_Smartass | Hey y'all, I just got a call from the head of the Behavioral Health department of a clinic I go to.
After seeing a physician to get referred to her department, I just scheduled my first appointment with her and was told that getting an adult ADHD diagnosis we probably involve getting a second referral and going som... | 2021-12-16T20:26:00.000Z | rhzd74 | 9 | 0 | ADHD | I just got quoted $1000 for testing to get an ADHD diagnosis, is that normal? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhzd74/i_just_got_quoted_1000_for_testing_to_get_an_adhd/ |
ApolloMahalo | This used to happen a lot more frequently and I forgot about it until just now when it happened again for the first time in a few years. My inner voice turned angry/condescending and I could feel a heavy blanket of negative energy just pile on me.
When it happens, my head feels light and picks up speed and everything... | 2021-12-16T20:21:07.000Z | rhz9in | 4 | 2 | ADHD | Inner voice turns angry sometimes | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhz9in/inner_voice_turns_angry_sometimes/ |
IseeDaBishInYou | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:20:22.000Z | rhz8xy | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Little amounts of shroomies as medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhz8xy/little_amounts_of_shroomies_as_medication/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T20:19:30.000Z | rhz88y | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Buying Christmas presents?! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhz88y/buying_christmas_presents/ |
Stanv13 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:16:16.000Z | rhz5tt | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I think i might have ADHD, ive scheduled a meeting with a psycholgist. What do i say to him? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhz5tt/i_think_i_might_have_adhd_ive_scheduled_a_meeting/ |
rocknroll-tragedy | When I was 10, I was diagnosed with insomnia and told to take melatonin, so I did. I was bounced up and down with doses, but nothing really worked. My brain was straight-up going too fast to shut itself off. My doctor eventually pulled me off melatonin, but I was curious why she didn't switch it to anything else, becau... | 2021-12-16T20:10:54.000Z | rhz1ot | 5 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD/MaDD ruining sleep? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhz1ot/adhdmadd_ruining_sleep/ |
That_Sand_6225 | I currently live with my sister and she’s the best roommate I’ve ever had and I love her so much BUT she keeps going to my room when I’m not around; borrows clothes and jewellery without asking (often without giving it back) and plays my piano. When my room is not messy the piano thing doesn’t bother me but when my roo... | 2021-12-16T20:07:16.000Z | rhyyqv | 3 | 2 | ADHD | How do I explain and set boundaries without feeling like a complete jerk? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyyqv/how_do_i_explain_and_set_boundaries_without/ |
BlessedShadows | Is it normal for memory/focus to be sooo poor that no matter how hard I try and study, when it gets to the exam it’s like I was reading the wrong book?
I’m going after a STEM degree which is pretty far out of my wheelhouse, and although I’m passing all my classes I feel like the worst student.
I do well enough on my... | 2021-12-16T20:05:22.000Z | rhyx7j | 4 | 7 | ADHD | Nothing I study is Ever on an Exam | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyx7j/nothing_i_study_is_ever_on_an_exam/ |
richhomiethanh | I was diagnosed a few month ago and started stimulant medication. I felt instantly calm, almost sleepy, and I think that was a confirmation for both my psychiatrist and i that it was indeed ADHD. I’ve switched medications about 3x now, still at very low doses and all throughout that, i never once craved medication. I t... | 2021-12-16T20:04:33.000Z | rhywha | 2 | 0 | ADHD | Medication cravings, or lack thereof. | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhywha/medication_cravings_or_lack_thereof/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-16T20:04:29.000Z | rhywfq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Need advice with medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhywfq/need_advice_with_medication/ |
Accomplished-Egg-987 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:55:25.000Z | rhyoxa | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Extreme obsession / poor impulse control - is this an ADHD symptom? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyoxa/extreme_obsession_poor_impulse_control_is_this_an/ |
oofadhdsucks | I don't know why I haven't been fired yet.
The worst part of my ADHD is manifesting itself as not getting up in the morning. My job gives me negative dopamine so while I have been making efforts for MONTHS to get my shit together (therapy, meds, a FUCK of ADHD education, light therapy, increasing my sleep quality, wa... | 2021-12-16T19:51:53.000Z | rhym7q | 108 | 192 | ADHD | I did not show up to work two days in a row | 0.98 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhym7q/i_did_not_show_up_to_work_two_days_in_a_row/ |
actinium226 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:51:36.000Z | rhylzj | 3 | 4 | ADHD | A Chrome extension to turn the red notification badge on Facebook, YouTube, etc. into a gray one | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhylzj/a_chrome_extension_to_turn_the_red_notification/ |
tomi_pisoi | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:50:13.000Z | rhykwi | 1 | 0 | ADHD | any ADHD online test for screening? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhykwi/any_adhd_online_test_for_screening/ |
existentialtalent | Any Indian insomniac with ADHD here? I ll be awake till 4am. A short intro of myself - doctor from southern india, traveler, reader. Ping me for a chat.
This is called dsps. For beginners, we are just night creatures. Out quality of life is better if we sleep in the morning and work from evenings or afternoon. | 2021-12-16T19:46:06.000Z | rhyhqg | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Any Indian insomniac with ADHD here? I ll be awake till 4am. A short intro of myself - doctor from southern india, traveler, reader. Ping me for a chat | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyhqg/any_indian_insomniac_with_adhd_here_i_ll_be_awake/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:43:52.000Z | rhyfxq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Any Indian insomniac with ADHD here? I ll be awake till 4am. A short intro of myself - doctor from southern india, traveler, reader. Ping me for a chat | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyfxq/any_indian_insomniac_with_adhd_here_i_ll_be_awake/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:43:27.000Z | rhyflj | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How to deal with brother who made fun of me for having ADHD, saying that he thinks he has it too (despite never showing symptoms)? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyflj/how_to_deal_with_brother_who_made_fun_of_me_for/ |
brynncxx | So I have my final exam for calculus today and it’s from 1pm -4pm. I’m really worried about my meds wearing off because I usually feel my executive dysfunction taking over again at around 2pm, it’s almost impossible to study or do anything meticulous after 230. I take adderall XR 30mg at 6:30 am, so it makes sense that... | 2021-12-16T19:42:03.000Z | rhyegj | 4 | 0 | ADHD | Do I take a second dose to make it through my exam? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyegj/do_i_take_a_second_dose_to_make_it_through_my_exam/ |
leomaldur | So what I've seen in this sub is that you're all hobby-specialists of sorts since most of you have tried a lot of stuff out already haha. And so have I but I haven't really found anything that's exciting yet safe or financially doable.
Currently I have reading, coding, learing a new language and such. And while these ... | 2021-12-16T19:40:12.000Z | rhyd1i | 14 | 6 | ADHD | Tell me about your most exciting hobbies!? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyd1i/tell_me_about_your_most_exciting_hobbies/ |
helpreddit12345 | I suspect that people here may also have anxiety. I am literally sleeping more because I can't face the world anymore. I have stuff to do and I'm scrolling life away. I'm also depressed because of my hair lately so that's distracting me. I have a final tomorrow. Gosh idk what to do anymore I feel trapped | 2021-12-16T19:37:33.000Z | rhyb9c | 3 | 3 | ADHD | Can't do anything because there is so much to do and feeling overwhelmed? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhyb9c/cant_do_anything_because_there_is_so_much_to_do/ |
catchmeifyouspam | So I know it is really common for ADHD folks to have other conditions. With me I have always struggled with directions to the point of my parents making jokes about it, had troubling learning left from right when little and usually use my dominant hand as reference now. I also hold my pencil really weird which people p... | 2021-12-16T19:35:09.000Z | rhy9ed | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Comorbidity to ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhy9ed/comorbidity_to_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T19:31:10.000Z | rhy6m2 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Talking to myself | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhy6m2/talking_to_myself/ |
Iseeuoverthere | So, I was diagnosed over 2 decades ago with ADHD, around when I was 6 or 7. Used to take medication for it then I stopped one day in my early teens. I think I just kind of let it run its course. But now that I'm married, with a house, in my early 30s I've been starting to notice it more, a lot more. I bounce from task ... | 2021-12-16T19:30:17.000Z | rhy5ve | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Needing some advice. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhy5ve/needing_some_advice/ |
Rattie_Queen | I don't always realize that I talk loudly and I'm in class but my teacher told me I need to lower the volume a lot and I'm being really loud and I didn't realize it so now I'm embarrassed and want to cry. I really hate how unaware I am of myself and my own actions, I want to cry and curl up to self loathe. | 2021-12-16T19:29:08.000Z | rhy4v4 | 8 | 5 | ADHD | My emotional deregulation is so bad that someone pointing out my actions puts me in an instant depressive/loathing episode | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhy4v4/my_emotional_deregulation_is_so_bad_that_someone/ |
The-Fanta-Menace | I'm so freaking burnt out right now. The past few years have been too intense. I'm struggling hard to find motivation to do anything right now... I'm just paralyzed. There's so many things I need to be doing but I'm just stuck and my depression has come back hard as a result.
This is definitely a thing for us... I've ... | 2021-12-16T19:26:53.000Z | rhy349 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | ADHD Burnout | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhy349/adhd_burnout/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T19:26:13.000Z | rhy2lv | 2 | 1 | ADHD | My rejection sensitivity is so bad it puts me into an instant depressive episode | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhy2lv/my_rejection_sensitivity_is_so_bad_it_puts_me/ |
Man_bear_badger | So I've been Elvanse for about 2 months now, and while it has undoubtedly helped me (PI) symptoms, I'm slowly losing weight, about 5kgs so far. This is a pretty big problem for me as I'm already under weight and pretty self conscious about it.
I find that while I'm much more likely to have breakfast than I used to be ... | 2021-12-16T19:24:57.000Z | rhy1lb | 9 | 2 | ADHD | Unwanted weight loss using Vyvanse (Elvanse) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhy1lb/unwanted_weight_loss_using_vyvanse_elvanse/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T19:20:59.000Z | rhxyel | 2 | 1 | ADHD | If you live in BC and your meds require a 'special authority' to be covered, take note. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxyel/if_you_live_in_bc_and_your_meds_require_a_special/ |
FaithInStrangers94 | I’ve tried everything.
No matter how tired I was throughout the day, by nightfall I’m wide awake and not only that but I’m interested by everything I see or hear.
I only had 45 minutes of sleep last night and was tired as hell all day planning to go to bed at 10pm to reset my sleep pattern.
Then just before I shu... | 2021-12-16T19:19:54.000Z | rhxxj6 | 8 | 6 | ADHD | I’ve accepted the fact that I’ll never have a normal sleep pattern | 0.88 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxxj6/ive_accepted_the_fact_that_ill_never_have_a/ |
merganzer | TL;DR: Medication (Adderall XR) has made my least favorite part of my job tolerable.
So, I'm officially the bookkeeper for a small church, although in practice I do a lot of other stuff, too - minor maintenance, yardwork, stock and run the food pantry, field calls for rent and utility assistance, etc. It's good most ... | 2021-12-16T19:18:39.000Z | rhxwm0 | 1 | 2 | ADHD | The hardest part of my job isn't that hard with medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxwm0/the_hardest_part_of_my_job_isnt_that_hard_with/ |
felorius | I know that it isn't good to do and reduces effectiveness of the medication. Besides reduced effectiveness what side effects do you have? I've recently realized that some common issues I've been having will happen if I take my meds after not sleeping enough.
For instance: if I don't sleep enough my meds give me reall... | 2021-12-16T19:17:38.000Z | rhxvrk | 4 | 3 | ADHD | How does both lack of sleep and undereating change the effective of your ADHD medicine? | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxvrk/how_does_both_lack_of_sleep_and_undereating/ |
Cautious_Row_6708 | So I’ve been taking generic Ritalin 10 mg twice daily for a month-ish and it’s been okay, better than Adderall IR in terms of health. But there is one side effect I can’t shake and it’s overstimulation.
Everything feels like it’s too much to the point where I can’t get anything done anymore because my brain is overwh... | 2021-12-16T19:16:20.000Z | rhxuqv | 5 | 1 | ADHD | What does the perfect medication and dose feel like for you? | 0.66 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxuqv/what_does_the_perfect_medication_and_dose_feel/ |
hallec19 | Hello everyone, like the title says my partner thinks I have ADHD. He was re-diagnosed within the year at age 30 (he was first diagnosed as a kid but his parents didn’t get him treatment). He has been getting frustrated at my behaviors saying that they were things he struggled with before getting treated. I’m a 24 year... | 2021-12-16T19:13:35.000Z | rhxsjj | 12 | 2 | ADHD | My partner says he thinks I have ADHD. I don’t know what to think. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxsjj/my_partner_says_he_thinks_i_have_adhd_i_dont_know/ |
aarongreer987 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:09:19.000Z | rhxp87 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | How do I get prescribed Adderall? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxp87/how_do_i_get_prescribed_adderall/ |
SLA_93 | So lately I’ve found when I’m taking my medicine I get cold so easily. My hand and feet get sooo cold and I try to wear extra socks and warm shoes and it helps, but it doesn’t happen as much when I’m not taking my pills. I also get full body cold. I end up having to turn my heat up soo high to get the chill out and th... | 2021-12-16T19:08:41.000Z | rhxopm | 7 | 1 | ADHD | Cold when taking medicine | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxopm/cold_when_taking_medicine/ |
SLA_93 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:04:02.000Z | rhxkyr | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Cold when taking medicine | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxkyr/cold_when_taking_medicine/ |
Fijit4 | I (19F) have been on 5mg of Adderall for a little less than a year. Around the start of November I get the onset of seasonal affective disorder so I needed to up my dose to 10mg. I wasn't taking 10mg consistently every day until about 3 weeks ago. Two days ago I suddenly couldn't fall asleep. I've been an early person ... | 2021-12-16T19:02:17.000Z | rhxjj1 | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Acute onset insomnia weeks after upping med dose | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxjj1/acute_onset_insomnia_weeks_after_upping_med_dose/ |
earthmosphere | Hi Guys,
(26M) How can I get an assessment in the UK without going to my GP? I've been struggling a lot more recently and currently in University which has increased a lot of the issues i'm facing. I've been questioning whether i've had ADHD for 5-6 years if not longer, a lot of the research i've done resonated with h... | 2021-12-16T19:01:12.000Z | rhxio6 | 5 | 2 | ADHD | (UK) How can I get an assessment without my GP? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxio6/uk_how_can_i_get_an_assessment_without_my_gp/ |
Jumpin_bumpin | [removed] | 2021-12-16T19:01:04.000Z | rhxijo | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Kaiser Lives up to its Horrible Reputation for Mental Health Care | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxijo/kaiser_lives_up_to_its_horrible_reputation_for/ |
Shadow1602 | Ok so I have been researching on ADHD symptoms for quite some time now. I have watched dozens and dozens of videos by people with ADHD sharing their symptoms and how they affect their lives. And I noticed fairly quickly that I can identify with so many of the symptoms. The bad short time memory, not being able to go to... | 2021-12-16T18:57:27.000Z | rhxfm3 | 5 | 2 | ADHD | I am convinced I have ADHD. What do I do? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxfm3/i_am_convinced_i_have_adhd_what_do_i_do/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T18:56:44.000Z | rhxf33 | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Should I talk to someone? | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxf33/should_i_talk_to_someone/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T18:56:01.000Z | rhxelq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I don't know if I may have ADHD? | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxelq/i_dont_know_if_i_may_have_adhd/ |
jitsfokicks | I need help masking what I can only assume are symptoms of the adhd I was diagnosed with.
I know this sounds bad but please here me out.
I live with a very narcissistic father. He gets angry very easily and a lot of it gets directed at me. He gets mad at my “attitude” but he’s talking about my resting face while I ... | 2021-12-16T18:50:32.000Z | rhxaku | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Need help masking my adhd symptoms? It’s only temporary. | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxaku/need_help_masking_my_adhd_symptoms_its_only/ |
ParkingStart2155 | Hey, been on strattera for 5 weeks approximately. It helps with anxiety and gives a warm feeling. Also quiets my head and i can read much easier than before, im also more motivated than before. However: its making me feel stuck in a bubble sort of, im much less down to earth on it if you get what I mean. I also have a ... | 2021-12-16T18:50:24.000Z | rhxah3 | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Strattera weird effects | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhxah3/strattera_weird_effects/ |
EtherealDarkness | [removed] | 2021-12-16T18:47:29.000Z | rhx8bz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Why is bad memory a common trait for people who have ADHD? Do you have bad short term or long term memory? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhx8bz/why_is_bad_memory_a_common_trait_for_people_who/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-16T18:45:22.000Z | rhx6om | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Dog clicker | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhx6om/dog_clicker/ |
Vorlon_Cryptid | [removed] | 2021-12-16T18:40:19.000Z | rhx2xt | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Finally been diagnosed after being accused of attention seeking | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhx2xt/finally_been_diagnosed_after_being_accused_of/ |
No-Entertainment2254 |
People that I get on well with and become good friends with I sometimes get such tunnel vision and there all I want to spend time with and see and hang out with and I am so happy when I’m with them, that I kinda forget anything else exists and nothing else brings me as much happiness.
This is super exhausting and f... | 2021-12-16T18:23:57.000Z | rhwqo4 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | I know we hyperfixate on things but what about hyperfixations on people? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhwqo4/i_know_we_hyperfixate_on_things_but_what_about/ |
Low-Extension-653 | Okay so I got prescribed Ritalin 20mg,
And omg when I took the first dose. It was so relieving.
I didn’t get any school work done because I was just so amazed by how I can actually think properly and not think 5 million things at once. I can actually pay attention to what people were telling me and I even cleaned up... | 2021-12-16T18:22:28.000Z | rhwpl6 | 4 | 8 | ADHD | First dose | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhwpl6/first_dose/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-16T18:16:00.000Z | rhwkkr | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Easiest way to ask my parents for an ADHD test? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhwkkr/easiest_way_to_ask_my_parents_for_an_adhd_test/ |
drbrungus | I’m finding my impulsiveness and lack of self control is getting the best of me. I’ll distract myself with something (eg social media) and say ‘I won’t be long this time’ and then an hour or two later I might realise I’m hyperfocusing on it and completely not thinking logically about how much I want to just get on with... | 2021-12-16T18:15:58.000Z | rhwkjr | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Any tips for self-control, managing impulses and ‘dopamine detox’? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhwkjr/any_tips_for_selfcontrol_managing_impulses_and/ |
neuroses19 | [removed] | 2021-12-16T18:14:41.000Z | rhwjh8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Apps for studying (but not study apps, something like a fidget spinner?) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rhwjh8/apps_for_studying_but_not_study_apps_something/ |
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