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[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T04:15:16.000Z | q6duze | 3 | 4 | ADHD | What do you call that super intense feeling of boredom/agitation/restlessness | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6duze/what_do_you_call_that_super_intense_feeling_of/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T04:12:14.000Z | q6dt0a | 1 | 3 | ADHD | hey, new here | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dt0a/hey_new_here/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T04:10:34.000Z | q6dryx | 1 | 1 | ADHD | hey, hew here | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dryx/hey_hew_here/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T04:08:10.000Z | q6dqhr | 38 | 106 | ADHD | Feeling of missing I don’t understand | 0.98 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dqhr/feeling_of_missing_i_dont_understand/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-12T04:06:05.000Z | q6dp98 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | hi, new here | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dp98/hi_new_here/ |
Hmb0 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T04:03:49.000Z | q6dnwn | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD meds with ssri | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dnwn/adhd_meds_with_ssri/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-12T04:03:13.000Z | q6dnis | 1 | 1 | ADHD | hi, new here | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dnis/hi_new_here/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T03:57:39.000Z | q6djkm | 7 | 4 | ADHD | Do SSRIs and even SNRIs make your ADHD worse? | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6djkm/do_ssris_and_even_snris_make_your_adhd_worse/ |
Takesnoprisoners | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:57:11.000Z | q6dj95 | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Random thoughts | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dj95/random_thoughts/ |
FriendsWithTheGhosts | Anyone else here suffer from both ADHD? I'm not on medication for either at the moment and was wondering what people's experiences were regarding them.
I used to be on medication for OCD but they killed my sex drive or made me sleepy so I stopped, since they also didn't really help my compulsions.
I've never been on ADHD meds but I've heard it can make OCD worse, has that been anyone else's experience? | 2021-10-12T03:51:39.000Z | q6dfqc | 11 | 8 | ADHD | ADHD and OCD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dfqc/adhd_and_ocd/ |
AnonymousAlcoholic54 | Please tell me where to ask this if this isn't a good place
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I need emotional help. I have been socially stunted for a lot of my life, constantly feeling like my foot is in my mouth with no support structure around me.
So a few months ago, I finally went to a specialist after years of ignoring my diagnosis. The issue is, going in I thought it would be a good amount of emotional therapy, but she just ended up giving me meds (which have helped my work ethic) and then to called it a day.
I know I need to talk though my issues. Maybe I misunderstood what psychiatry entails, but I have failed to find a proper therapist in the past and was hoping this experience would be the solution. | 2021-10-12T03:50:09.000Z | q6derl | 3 | 3 | ADHD | Is it normal to ask a psychiatrist to refer you to a therapist? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6derl/is_it_normal_to_ask_a_psychiatrist_to_refer_you/ |
littlebluecat92 | So I can feel like I'm about to fixate on a new thing but I really don't want to. I've tried to stop it by removing everything related to it from my life and I thought it worked but now a couple of days later it's back to demand my attention at the back of my mind. I really don't want this right now, does anyone have any tips on how to stop it on it's track before it takes over my life? | 2021-10-12T03:48:52.000Z | q6ddze | 4 | 2 | ADHD | How to get rid of a hyperfixation | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6ddze/how_to_get_rid_of_a_hyperfixation/ |
SmallManufacturer778 | So I have ADHD, I don’t lack motivation, I just can’t get to start to do something. I have a project due for tomorrow and I’ve had it for three days and I’ve decided to watch movies, play ps4 and like 4 hours ago I decided to start doing it. But I haven’t even opened the document with instructions. How do I stop this and Stop the distractions???! I’m desperate please help. | 2021-10-12T03:48:37.000Z | q6ddua | 2 | 3 | ADHD | HOW TO STOP WASTING?? MY TIME PLEASE HELP!! | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6ddua/how_to_stop_wasting_my_time_please_help/ |
faithinstrangers92 | Lately mine has been awful, it's like the grand banks of Newfoundland up in my head... it's a heavy, dense feeling that almost renders it impossible to think. Medication can help, but often when they wear off it comes back with a vengeance.
It also seems worst in the mornings.
Sometimes I can snap myself out of it - especially if I encounter something intense and unexpected.
Sometimes I also start wondering if it's all 'in my head' but it's obvious when it's here and when it's not - it's a physical sensation, like a sort of pressure in my forehead and behind my eyes.
Is this how you guys experience it? And what triggers or remedies have you found? | 2021-10-12T03:44:28.000Z | q6dbcm | 16 | 5 | ADHD | What does brain fog feel like for you? and what helps you clear it? | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6dbcm/what_does_brain_fog_feel_like_for_you_and_what/ |
egveitallt | Ever have that moment when you are really angry about something and then doubt whether the feeling is genuine?
I was almost ready to quit my job today until someone said that I’m being ADD and impulsive. Now I’m not sure. More frustrating is that now I can’t tell if my own reasons are valid or not because I have no idea where ADD-brain stops and rational thought begins.
I’m sure I hate my job, or at least mostly sure. I think I do. Maybe it will be better tomorrow? | 2021-10-12T03:35:28.000Z | q6d5xk | 7 | 1 | ADHD | Let’s play a game: do I really hate it or am I just being impulsive? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6d5xk/lets_play_a_game_do_i_really_hate_it_or_am_i_just/ |
throwawwwwwwwway555 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:33:39.000Z | q6d4r5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I am officially diagnosed | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6d4r5/i_am_officially_diagnosed/ |
splithoofiewoofies | Everything is better. Grew up mad poor. Begging for food at 6 mad poor. Others had it worse, so I was fine ish. Only later as I got more realized how it effected me. Normal people don't pick bugs out of their rice and still eat it? Even if its "only a dollar" damn that's a dollar you're wasting. Oh I can afford to eat non bug rice now. Weird.
So food isn't an issue. Medication isn't. Medical care isn't. I live in a 3 bedroom house with two huge yards. Damn this is boujee. "bad" neighbourhood. As if this is anything compared to where I grew up but sure bad. Nice houses imo. Neighbour has a boat. Boujee to me. Not to the locals. Okay. This is amusing.
I have a whole ass room to study. Bruh. My own desk, in its own room, my uni fees not a problem. In a HOUSE. boujee!!
So why can't I study. Why can't I clean my boujee house when I want to. Why can't I mow my lawn on time when I was always so jealous of people with lawns? (who can afford a HOUSE? lol, me I guess - renting but idgaf it's a house, not attached to anyone else.).
Why, if food is available, do I still forget to eat it? Why, if medications are cheap and affordable, do I still put off buying it? Why, when my glasses are broken and my healthcare covers 2 pairs a year... I still tape it and hold out 3 more years?
Why, when I finally have the opportunities, do I waste them like this? | 2021-10-12T03:24:37.000Z | q6cyy7 | 3 | 8 | ADHD | if everything is better, why am I still so crap? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cyy7/if_everything_is_better_why_am_i_still_so_crap/ |
fluffy_dawg | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:17:01.000Z | q6cua7 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Prepping to potentially disclose in-process ADHD diagnosis to employer | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cua7/prepping_to_potentially_disclose_inprocess_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:13:50.000Z | q6csaq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Sometimes I’ll see that a certain amount of time has passed and get shocked because it felt like I basically did nothing that whole time. Is this an ADHD thing? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6csaq/sometimes_ill_see_that_a_certain_amount_of_time/ |
Visual-Science-7485 | I (27F) have struggled my whole life feeling like something was “off.”
I recently went through the process of having my child diagnosed with ADHD. I’ve known since they were a toddler that they had ADHD as my sibling also has it and I’ve obviously watched them grow up with it.
I had always thought that there was only one “type” of ADHD. (Hyperactive) but through my research I learned about inattentive. So many of the “symptoms” resonated with me and I never even knew they were symptoms.
Some symptoms: I struggled a lot In school. I was always called annoying as a kid because I talked too much. People now get mad at me because i either talk too fast or mumble. I had a problem with hitting my friends and Just saying super inappropriate things. I was always getting in trouble for talking too much in class, constantly got kicked out of class, never did my homework because I couldn’t focus on it and I dropped out with a 1.2gpa. I’m in college now and struggle immensely with staying on task and almost every assignment is completed the day before it’s due. I’ve always been TERRIBLY disorganized, I constantly miss/forget appointments and deadlines. I get over stimulated by too much noise. I zone out constantly, especially during conversations. I have a hard time concentrating on the task at hand. I have impulse control with spending money, driving fast, drinking, etc. Something as simple as cleaning the kitchen takes me a good 3-4 hours because I get overwhelmed and distracted. I fixate on doing things the “correct” way, so I often put them off until I have the energy. Except most times when I do get the energy to do it, I get distracted or lose interest half way through and leave it unfinished for weeks. I constantly change hobbies after investing SO much $. Except the few things I really enjoy like, video games, photography, cooking, etc. (Which I’ve thought could be hyper focus? since i usually do these things instead of what I’m supposed to lol) I also do this weird thing where I google something and then I think of something else and just keep googling random things as they pop into my head until i lose focus (yes, I have hundreds of open tabs lol..) Anyway, these are just some of the things that make me think it’s possible for me to have ADHD.
Long story short, I brought it up to my psychiatrist 6 months ago and she told me she doesn’t believe in adult ADHD and told me to find another psychiatrist🤦🏼♀️ she also said it’s ptsd and anxiety? So, yeah... no luck there. But I’m considering doing something like klarity? Has anyone tried it? Is it worth the $ out of pocket?
I’m so tired of living so disorganized and feeling like I’ll never be normal☹️
considering both my sibling and child have it, I don’t think it’s crazy to assume i might?
I JUST WANT TO BE A PUT TOGETHER PERSON DAMNIT. | 2021-10-12T03:12:54.000Z | q6crpz | 30 | 4 | ADHD | Who has been diagnosed later in life? Are sites like klarity/cerebral good alternatives to the traditional route? | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6crpz/who_has_been_diagnosed_later_in_life_are_sites/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T03:12:37.000Z | q6crk5 | 2 | 4 | ADHD | Adhd diagnosis issues | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6crk5/adhd_diagnosis_issues/ |
epooqeo | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:11:21.000Z | q6cqrr | 9 | 1 | ADHD | How do I get adderall out of my system ASAP? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cqrr/how_do_i_get_adderall_out_of_my_system_asap/ |
No-Pineapple9988 | I have a long list of Tv shows I really like and want to watch all the way through like Arrow , GoT, Westworld, a bunch of History shows ,etc . The problem is that I find myself always wandering to another show and can never stick with one series and I end up moving on to another show even though I like the show I’m currently watching. Maybe it’s a “grass is greener” with the other shows situation but I really wanna stick with some of these shows, especially the ones not at the library that I had to order the discs of. (One of my goals is to watch HBO’s Rome as I enjoy learning about that era ) . Does anybody have advice on how to stick with one thing and get it done without feeling like you’re forcing it?
PS I’m having trouble sticking to one thing in other areas, for example I’m looking for a new sport/ activity to do and I went from wanting to do basketball to cheerleading to archery to currently skateboarding in the span of a few weeks. | 2021-10-12T03:10:44.000Z | q6cqfb | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Tips for sticking to one show/movie/ whatever? | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cqfb/tips_for_sticking_to_one_showmovie_whatever/ |
bullethose | I was diagnosed with adhd from young age i dropped school to chase after dopamine by playing video games. I spent 1 year almost secluding myself playing video games watching anime and reading sleeping horribly with 24 hour days.
The next year was spent trying to improve myself going through therapy and prescriptive drugs making small improvements along the way. My improvements only came from times of feeling deep despair, anger, etc and finally being forced to make changes.
My most recent change has been such a huge jump in emotional improvements that i am going through growing pains. Adopting a visual exercise that uses words strong to me to invoke images I got over my dopamine addiction and everything feels so different.
Everyday I felt years of emotional developments happen in a day. I relate it to exercise where you are burning up your insides but the sliver of pleasure keeps you going.
I am feeling down ATM but there is a ember of optimism burning strong in my heart now and may it help me forge these emotions into a fine weapon. | 2021-10-12T03:10:14.000Z | q6cq3t | 1 | 1 | ADHD | My two weeks of growing pain after overcoming my dopamine addiction | 0.6 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cq3t/my_two_weeks_of_growing_pain_after_overcoming_my/ |
curious_kramer | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:05:03.000Z | q6cmtj | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Recommendation for a noise canceling headphones for my 6 year old | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cmtj/recommendation_for_a_noise_canceling_headphones/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:03:24.000Z | q6clsq | 2 | 0 | ADHD | Does fasting increase the potency of medication? | 0.25 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6clsq/does_fasting_increase_the_potency_of_medication/ |
Visual-Science-7485 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T03:03:07.000Z | q6cllu | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Has anyone here been diagnosed as an adult?Anyone tried something like cerebral or klarity? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cllu/has_anyone_here_been_diagnosed_as_an_adultanyone/ |
GremlinTiger | I don't have a job, my parents pay for everything, and there's no reason why I'm not doing my work.
I love the college I go to, I love where I live, and my assignments are watching movies.
Basically I have 2 movies to watch each week. The first movie is assigned on Monday and due Tuesday. We need to take a minimum of 50 notes about the movie and have each note timestamped.
The 2nd movie is assigned Monday and due Sunday. After viewing both movies, I need to write a paper comparing and contrasting whatever the topic was for that week.
It's so simple yet I don't fucking do it. I should be doing it. Why don't I just get my work done? | 2021-10-12T03:02:20.000Z | q6cl27 | 4 | 7 | ADHD | I only have 2 classes this semester and I'm 8 assignments behind in one of them | 0.9 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cl27/i_only_have_2_classes_this_semester_and_im_8/ |
Krispye | Any advice for a 38(m) recently diagnosed with adhd. Guess everything that has been wrong with me over years that never pointed something specific has finally lead to an answer that my whole healthcare team aggeea with.
Not sure hi to face it over all honestly. I mean I’m 37 not some kid running a muck around the classroom
Don’t even know where to start.
My family doctor put me on meds but I’m not really feeling much better, focus and chronic Fatigue, anxiety, and depression are the main thing that
Stress me out. I want enough energy to be awake more then 3 or 4 house at time.
Any suggestions what I should do | 2021-10-12T03:00:24.000Z | q6cjrp | 3 | 1 | ADHD | New guy lost with indo | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cjrp/new_guy_lost_with_indo/ |
YourEpicWaterBottle | 14M, I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 3 and im having a hard time recently.
A year ago I was excused off my ADHD med (concerta) because it was giving me really bad anxiety and digestive issues, I haven't taken it since.
Another think my ADHD med really hurt me on is my ticks. I had really really bad tics such as making an owl type sound and more. It also made me pretty underweight making me feel insecure (I'm a good weight now, not fat or anything but perfect weight according to my doctor)
After a year of not taking it I've developed a really bad tic where I clench my buttcheeks violently. It's gotten worse and worse and worse. Some of my friends have asked me "You good?" And I explained to them that I had a tic and they said ok and we all moved on like nothing happened. It's really embarrassing and it's getting worse and worse and worse.
It's gotten to the point where my parents want to bring me to a neurologist. In which I want to because I'm tired of this and I want it to stop.
I can somewhat control the urge but if I control it it gets worse and worse to the point where I have to do it.
I just wanted to come on here and vent for a bit. Thanks | 2021-10-12T02:55:48.000Z | q6cgox | 1 | 4 | ADHD | My embarrassing tic. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cgox/my_embarrassing_tic/ |
msjammies73 | Well, I waited two months to see a psychiatrist who listed adult ADHD on his site and he wouldn’t even evaluate me. I got the “you’re too successful to have ADHD. How did you manage this kind of you had an issue”. I’m beyond disappointed. I see a lot of Facebook adds for online ADHD clinics that have doctors and virtual assessments. They seem to range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. I have to say, I am feeling tempted to try. Has anyone tried these places? Any good or bad experiences to share? | 2021-10-12T02:50:46.000Z | q6cdme | 6 | 2 | ADHD | Online clinics for diagnosis and treatment? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cdme/online_clinics_for_diagnosis_and_treatment/ |
Crippling_Automatizm | I work in retail (online shopping). I'm apparently the slowest in my department. I just don't get it. It feels like I'm moving at the same pace, if not faster, than everyone else, and yet they finish their tasks faster than me! It frustrates me because I'm like...HOW!? And the only way I can even remotely get close to the average/expected speed is if I literally move as fast and frantically as I can, disregarding any poor customer in my path (which I cant do because we have a good-customer-service creed). It's unfair that I have to haul-a\*\* through the store until I'm exhausted just to meet average but other people move around at a slower pace than me and still meet average. Hell, I walk faster than a lot of people, maybe faster than the average person. But yet here I am commiting tortoise-and-the-hare.
What makes it hard to go fast is that my job centers around shopping for customers. Customers place their orders online, we shop, they come, we deliver. But what appears to be slowing me down, even when I try to go fast, is that there are always some items that I have trouble finding. We can mark them off, but I still keep trying to look because what if it actually is there? It has to be there somewhere. If it is there, I want to get it for the customer. I dont want to fail to get them what they could have gotten. I cant just mark off every item that I dont see immediately (because pick-accuracy also affects our performance rate).
So because of this problem at my job, I would be trying to get my mind in the game and go fast and swiftly through the shopping: find the exact marked location of the item (the location is on our scanner gun), scan item, bag item, repeat. But then I hit a brick wall when I realize that the item is not in the place the scanner said it would be. And then I just slow down and I start going slow as I'm not longer have my mind in the game.
I cant be the only person slow at their job, right? | 2021-10-12T02:48:05.000Z | q6cbur | 10 | 3 | ADHD | Vent: Not me being the slowest person at my job... | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6cbur/vent_not_me_being_the_slowest_person_at_my_job/ |
Super-Palpitation936 | What do I need to know about methylphenidate before I get into it?
I'm 44years old and have had a life of being late, forgetful abd chaotic, I've just been diagnosed with adhd and picked up my first prescription yesterday of 18mg slow release methylphenidate.
So what do I really need to know? What are peoples experiences of side effects? What can I do to minimise them and get the most out of the drug? How people manage dependacy and tolerance? Do most people take it everyday or just when they need to focus?
Many thanks 🙏 | 2021-10-12T02:46:23.000Z | q6caqh | 5 | 2 | ADHD | First dose of methylphenidate | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6caqh/first_dose_of_methylphenidate/ |
ahmarbasal | As the title suggests, does anybody here have any personal experience with such a case?
*For those uninterested in the backstory, it’s not relevant to answer my question anyways so don’t feel bad about skipping the next paragraph:
Without delving too much into personal nonsense, I’ve been unsuccessfully managing my ADHD via various private agencies for just under a decade now. During this time my symptoms have only continued to get worse despite the many medication adjustments. Through the countless hours I’ve spent reading online and (admittedly, rarely) from books, I always seem to end up ‘connecting the dots’ with frontal lobe damage being the possible cause of a variety of symptoms (which seem too perfect to not be connected in some way).
I’m aware this is too great an assumption to base any of my real life decisions on, please be aware that I’ll still speak to my doctor before doing anything even vaguely medical.
Thanks all! | 2021-10-12T02:41:53.000Z | q6c7wj | 11 | 3 | ADHD | Anyone know of any cases of frontal lobe damage being confused for ADHD? | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6c7wj/anyone_know_of_any_cases_of_frontal_lobe_damage/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T02:35:14.000Z | q6c3rs | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD and bipolar disorder | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6c3rs/adhd_and_bipolar_disorder/ |
schwarzblade | Hey there!! I made a post regarding Strattera a few weeks ago (I tried to link it but this subreddit doesn’t allow links). I’m newly diagnosed with ADHD and started my first medication a month ago with Strattera. My psychiatrist put me on 40 mg in the beginning. I was doing great on it despite the fact that I’ve only been on it for a month.
My psychiatrist asked me if anything improved beyond what I improved in the first month and I said hmm not really I guess? So he put me on 80 mg just to try it out. I’m on day 2 and I’m not sure how I feel about it. It makes me sleepy towards the afternoon (didn’t happen to me on the 40mg) and I feel disoriented. I was sitting in my car today while I was in the parking lot. I was distracted because my bf called me while I was getting out and I saw the car next to me move and I thought my own car moved so I freaked out and tried to press on the brakes. After about 5 seconds I realized it was the car next to me that was moving, not mine and I was so relieved. It’s probably because I was distracted but not once have I ever had that type of thought? My driving is normal but I did hit a curb really badly one day 1 and usually I never hit curbs.
I have been getting work done technically? Not sure if it’s beyond what I would’ve done on 40mg. I have been feeling slightly disoriented these 2 days (I thought someone said hey to me on the first day when nobody was near me). I probably will ask to go off of the 80mg if this keeps happening. Has anyone had a similar experience when their psychiatrist increased their dosage?
Also, I wanted to mention that technically I’m supposed to take 1 pill of an 80mg Strattera but my pharmacy is very small and they already had that 40mg on stock but didn’t have the 80 mg (they had to order my 40mg just for me because no body they service takes Strattera) so they made me take 2 40mg pills while I’m waiting for my 80mg pills. If I can’t take 80mg should I just take 1 40mg until I can see my psychiatrist again? I need my Strattera to function but I honestly don’t think I can handle 80mg. | 2021-10-12T02:31:47.000Z | q6c1jt | 4 | 3 | ADHD | My psychiatrist increased my Strattera dosage - not sure how to feel | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6c1jt/my_psychiatrist_increased_my_strattera_dosage_not/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T02:30:48.000Z | q6c0vh | 4 | 1 | ADHD | is it normal/healthy to need less sleep on stimulants? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6c0vh/is_it_normalhealthy_to_need_less_sleep_on/ |
Session-Equal | Hi ADHD brains!
I’m diagnosed and take vyvanse here in Australia and I’m thinking to move to Spain (Alicante)
Do you know if there is possible to continue with the same medication in Spain?
I know that I will need to see a psychiatrist. But would it be possible to get any amphetamine medication over there?
I read that for Spanish people they can only prescribe it only for patients that has been treat since childhood ( I was diagnosed at 27 years )
Thanks | 2021-10-12T02:27:21.000Z | q6bynb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Vyvanse/Elvanse in Spain | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6bynb/vyvanseelvanse_in_spain/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-12T02:22:15.000Z | q6bvbc | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Should I get diagnosed for adhd? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6bvbc/should_i_get_diagnosed_for_adhd/ |
tex_cyber | As the title above says , i noticed that when I'm not paying attention to someone and they say something it sounds very garbled and my brain can't make sense of it and i have to have them repeat it or just not say anything and hope they don't need a response, I'm trying to figure out why that happened and if anyone has experienced anything similar | 2021-10-12T02:20:09.000Z | q6btwd | 14 | 1 | ADHD | I just noticed something happening and I'm not sure what it is | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6btwd/i_just_noticed_something_happening_and_im_not/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T02:19:52.000Z | q6btpp | 2 | 2 | ADHD | I don't even know what to title this. My life? How I have undiagnosed ADHD? How it all began? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6btpp/i_dont_even_know_what_to_title_this_my_life_how_i/ |
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justfoodstuff24 | I'm 19 and I'm making my first resume. I know that may not sound like a big deal, but, where I'm from, everyone starts working at age 14 and there has been a lot of shame placed on me, from myself and my parents, for not following that path.
I avoid doing things, like making a resume, mainly because I know I take longer to do things than most people, and so I fear I'm going to be stuck doing something tedious for a very long time. I think many people here can definitely relate to that.
I learned this tactic a couple years ago that I keep forgetting exists (classic me). You set a timer on your phone for as short of a period of time as you'd like, and therefore you know that you *only* have to do it for that period of time. I usually set the timer for 3 minutes, because then my brain goes, *Pftt, 3 minutes, that's simple and only \*googles\* 0.21 percent of my day! I can do that.* And the best part is that once I get going, I usually work for much longer because I realize it's not that bad. And if I don't, it's no big deal, because I completed the 3-minute task I set for myself.
I spend a lot of time psychoanalyzing myself to try and figure out why I am such an avoidant person. I know I mentioned the main reason above, but there's also a strong sense of *fear* involved that I don't think is even ADHD-related. It's strange. Anyways, thought I'd share my achievement. I took a break to write this but I'm gonna go back and finish up the section I was working on :) | 2021-10-12T01:47:04.000Z | q6b870 | 7 | 19 | ADHD | Currently working on something I've been avoiding doing for....well....my whole life, I guess. I'm proud of myself. | 0.93 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6b870/currently_working_on_something_ive_been_avoiding/ |
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AmNotDoggo | Hey friends,
Today after a long journey of almost two years I have officially been diagnosed with ADHD. I almost cried because it felt validating. It has been a good day.
But I'm a little anxious about what comes next. I have been prescribed 30mg of Vyvanse to help with my ADHD and improve my quality of life, but I have health anxiety which makes me worry about medications and what they're doing to my brain.
I know in the long-term they will be better for me, and my psychiatrist reassured that the medication has been heavily studied and there are very little long-term side effects, but I was hoping to hear from others who have been in my situation and can help calm my nerves about the unknowns of this journey. Have others been on this medication and see a positive improvement in their quality of life?
Thanks in advance! | 2021-10-12T01:30:59.000Z | q6ay0d | 3 | 9 | ADHD | Officially diagnosed but a little anxious about what comes next. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6ay0d/officially_diagnosed_but_a_little_anxious_about/ |
Double_Cranberry3619 | I started taking Dexedrine a week ago and my anxiety / panic is insane. It’s hard to deal with. Has anyone else experienced this? I’m worried when my doc increases the dose it’s going to be even worse and Im scared I’ll have to stop taking it, especially considering I finally have a diagnosis and getting help for it. | 2021-10-12T01:29:34.000Z | q6ax2v | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Dexedrine anxiety | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6ax2v/dexedrine_anxiety/ |
twodogadventures | Does anyone have an ADHD coach they've worked with and recommend?
Long story short, I interviewed a couple of them last week. One has a program that is starting this week but likely the ship has sailed as she only had one spot left. The second I interviewed and also loved, and told her I wanted to proceed. She said she'd get me paperwork and scheduling availability by the weekend at the latest. Yet here we are, Monday evening and not a peep from her. So that rubs me the wrong way. ARGH
Suggestions appreciated!! I am so frustrated as I was really looking forward to doing this for myself and it's been frustrating to find someone and decide. :( | 2021-10-12T01:29:21.000Z | q6awz0 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Coaching Recs? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6awz0/coaching_recs/ |
Double_Cranberry3619 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T01:25:31.000Z | q6auq7 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anxiety Dexedrine | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6auq7/anxiety_dexedrine/ |
Double_Cranberry3619 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T01:22:24.000Z | q6asra | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anxiety Dexedrine | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6asra/anxiety_dexedrine/ |
Freddy1019 | TL;DR at the bottom. Just so much built up emotions and thoughts and just need to share some.
Being undiagnosed and in the process of going to see a psychiatrist while in college is so damn hard. I’m (20M) in a constant loop of self doubt and overthinking. I feel so burnt out, tired, lonely, frustrated and just want to give up.
For years of not knowing what is wrong with me and keeping things to myself have probably made my mental health and problems worst. I’m tired of not being able to focus on the smallest things and my school work, always forgetful, never can stick to anything and so much more. I have no best friends anymore, or good friends to talk to. I recently opened up to my parents and they are kind of supportive, but that’s nothing like a good friend.
About of month ago I met someone online who I really connected with, and later found out they have adhd along with other mental health issues. FINALLY, someone that understands me and what I’m going through. But now I feel like it might not last. She already has a girl bsf and a couple close friends and we live kind of far. We aren’t looking for a relationship only to be friends and potentially best friends depending on how things go. And she seems to display the same interest in friendship as me but I feel like it might die off.
I hate that I constantly get attached to people so quickly. They show some interest or things go well at the start and all my thoughts are fixated on them. Maybe its because I’m super lonely. I know I struggle a lot with anxiety, but maybe I’m depressed too. I hate not being able to open up to ppl. I just feel like they won’t care or I’ll share to much, or they won’t find me interesting, or they will lose interest eventually. I want to make new connections so bad but I’m to scared to try. I’m just tired of being hurt.
It doesn’t help that I’m behind this semester in all my classes either. I just can’t mentally or physically bring myself to do work anymore. I do college online and live at home with my parents too. No job, no car, no real friends, no hobbies, no passion. I feel so unaccomplished and worthless, seeing peers and family seemingly doing so well. Ive tried to do things to help me feel better like taking long breaks from social media, trying to exercise/eat better, taking breaks from things I like to focus but nothing seems to help. I haven’t watched any of my tv shows in months and haven’t played my PS4 for even longer. Recently got a PS5 but haven’t even played that either in an attempt to focus on school. All my attempts at trying to make my life better have failed or haven’t been consistent.
So many times I just want to f*cking cry and I can’t. I feel super sad, mad, tired, etc but can’t even muster up any tears. Have I masked my emotions for so long in fear of being hurt that I don’t even know how to express my emotions to myself anymore??? Even writing this I can’t cry even if it hurts me so much inside. I have so much more I could rant about but I’m just so tired I can’t even bring myself to remember or try to. Is a somewhat normal life to much to ask for???
TL;DR: I hate my life right now. I just need some answers for all these struggles I am facing. I feel like neglecting my mental health for years has finally almost pushed me to my breaking point. Struggling in school while having no close friends, hobbies, or passion for anything has just made things worst. I just hope things can start turning around eventually. I can’t live like this anymore. | 2021-10-12T01:15:48.000Z | q6aol5 | 6 | 10 | ADHD | I just want to cry, I’m tired of living like this | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6aol5/i_just_want_to_cry_im_tired_of_living_like_this/ |
MineMyVape | `<h1>`**Question** `</h1>`
I started taking 10 mg Mix Amphetamine Salts XR Q.D. (100kg 21 year old male, never medicated) for one month, for the first week I noticed amassing improvement, but now I don't notice the same improvement. Also even when I started taking it only last for 4-6 hr (when it should last for 12), should I ask my doctor in 2 month when I run out of refills to titrate up to 15 mg XR + 5 mg IR/detro? If so how should I have that conversation? I feel uncomfortable with this because I haven't seen my PCP/GP in like 4 years ever since starting university, I was prescribed after seeing two doctors via telehealth.
`<h1>`**Doctor One** `</h1>`
One I saw though a telehealth walk in clinic after asking to be prescribed Bupropion (Wellbutrin) because I said I was getting anxious and depressed due to the upcoming school year because my ADHD symptoms + Learning disability where such a impairment on my life. I told him that I thing that this is a normal stress response but these secondary symptoms still are a problem for my productivity, and life satisfaction. He said that he would want to use a first line treatment (simulants) to treat ADHD first as we both agreed that this is what is causing my anxiousness and depression, he expanded that he was unable to prescribe them to me though because he is unable to set up update appointment which he said would be required. So he gave me a referral to a psychiatrists.
`<h1>`**Doctor Two**`</h1>`
So two-three weeks latter I was able to make an appointment with a psychiatrists for the next day (though telehealth). She said that I don't need to be re-diagnosed with ADHD as I had been when I was 11. She asked me question related to ADHD for 15-20 min and then said I probably have combined type and not inattentive because I have internal restlessness. She gave me a perception for 10 mg mixed Amp. XR for 3 months (3 refills at one month each) and said that I would need to talk to my family doctor to get a refill.
`<h1>`**Why didn't I ask Doctor One for Simulants?** `</h1>`
So when I started University (four years ago) I was struggling immensely in my engineering program, After falling two classes in the first semester I asked the university doctor for a perception to a simulant, she took my blood presser and I had an elevated systolic blood pressure at like 130 mm/hg, so she sent me to get a 24 hr blood presser monitor and holter and it found nothing (normal BP). She still wouldn't treat me only saying that she would consider a non stimulant option when I started school next year. I didn't make a follow up appointment because she made me feel uncomfortable (which is weird because not many people make me feel like that, and normally I'm pretty good with dealing with people that make me feel uncomfortable/don't like). Three years after that I didn't want to be treaded like a drug seeker, and wanted any help I could get.
`<h1>`**Other info**`</h1>`
RN I take three courses and spend 8-12 hr per day studying, this impairs my social life and other reasonability's I have and for all that I end up getting 50s - 75s which is very demotivating given all the effort I put in to my studies. I'm am in computer science which I switched into after attempting 1 year at electrical engineering. I live in Ontario, Canada and my GP is 2000 km away (16 hr by car) in the same province.
`<h1>`**TL;DR**`</h1>`
What should I tell my doc? Up my dose or keep it the same? | 2021-10-12T01:00:09.000Z | q6adyq | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Adderall titration, or are my expectations to high? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6adyq/adderall_titration_or_are_my_expectations_to_high/ |
redditusercameron | i take 20mg of XR a day, around 10-11am. Life’s been on the rough side lately and i’m really behind in a lot of my work. Today, i was trying to build up momentum and I did, got 3 things on my to-do list complete then i had to take a break to eat. After that, i sat around for a while just sort of stuck, i know what i had to do at the time and it was a huge mental battle for no reason. I ended up just wasting 3 hours because i had assumed my meds wore off. But BOOM- all of a sudden i’m sitting here, calm and focused on this post because it’s now 9pm and i don’t feel comfortable getting more work done this late.
I’m just confused as to why the meds seemed to wear off for like 2-3 hours. Can someone help me figure out why?
I’m aware that XR is split into 2 time frames, but i don’t recall the second part to take that long to hit me. Was it because i ate as the first part was wearing off? Would that slow down the process? (didn’t have anything with vitC) | 2021-10-12T00:55:27.000Z | q6aatz | 2 | 3 | ADHD | how does XR work | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6aatz/how_does_xr_work/ |
NopeNopeThanks_ | Personally I am in sales (which I hate and am looking to leave ASAP) and it's really difficult for me to keep track of all the things to do on a day to day basis. Writing things down helps but I'm really really frustrated with where I am right now. So this question came to my mind, how does everyone else do it? | 2021-10-12T00:43:02.000Z | q6a38j | 36 | 6 | ADHD | What's your job and how do you deal with it having ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6a38j/whats_your_job_and_how_do_you_deal_with_it_having/ |
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BoogelyWoogely | Just wondering if anyone takes ADHD meds to help them fall asleep, and at what dose?
I’ve been given some quick release dextroamphetamine to take before bed, but worried it could either relax my mind or wake me up. My normal dose of meds keep me awake until they wear off, but when they wear off my mind is racing and I can’t sleep, which is why I’ve been given these😊 | 2021-10-12T00:38:33.000Z | q6a0d4 | 8 | 3 | ADHD | Taking ADHD meds to help fall asleep? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q6a0d4/taking_adhd_meds_to_help_fall_asleep/ |
Kharmsa1208 | Hi everyone, I was diagnosed earlier this year with ADHD primarily inattentive, and I initially was out on Adderall XR, but quickly switched over to Vyvanse. I’ve been on 30mg for a few months now, but I thought that it potentially might have been too high since I pretty often feel high strung and irritable. My psych prescribed me 20mg and 10mg.. 20mg to take first and 10mg to take a few hours later to try to reduce that irritation.. I took 20 mg today and before I even got to the 10mg, I felt completely agitated. It felt like the stimulant just gave my mind extra energy to race about. Now I’m wondering if maybe the 30mg dosage was actually too low since my complaints seem to be intensified on a lower dose. Does anyone have a similar experience? | 2021-10-12T00:33:20.000Z | q69wzj | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Vyvanse dosage | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69wzj/vyvanse_dosage/ |
GoHard_Brown | Hey folks, new to this sub looking for insight.
I HAVE NOT been diagnosed with ADHD. My mother always jokingly said I may have ADHD, which may be insensitive because her opinion is probably based mostly off media tropes. But as of the past year or so I honestly think it may be worth while for me to atleast discuss with my doctor or whatever channels are suitable.
I will be straight forward and say I do not know what symptoms of ADHD actually are beside what I’ve googled, so I don’t know how reliable that is.
Growing up and even now I’m always jumping from hobby to hobby, beginning hyper fixated and as things bore me after a little bit repeat the cycle. But this doesn’t really concern me. Having spurts of enegy and then extend lulls, but have never taken to caffeine to maintain.
I have always struggled with paying attention in school and now work, usually just relying on ‘talent’ or ability as opposed to actually working. But end of day I have always put forward quality work but lacking attention to detail, which is fine sometimes, but I work in corporate finance so it’s not always ‘okay’ since numbers kidnve need to be right. I’ve been called out a few times for managers for it now, my work is always good and I have been promoted through my few years of work now with my second one coming in the end of year. I guess I fear is becoming a problem as I get more senior along with my management.
But I also don’t want it to be an excuse, maybe it’s just a characteristic i need to work on. I don’t think ADHD is a crutch at all for those diagnosed, but I fear I may be using it as a crutch.
Do you typically just start with your doctor? And how do they know if medication or what steps are right?
Any insight is appreciated! | 2021-10-12T00:32:15.000Z | q69w9k | 8 | 5 | ADHD | What are the steps with diagnosis for ADHD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69w9k/what_are_the_steps_with_diagnosis_for_adhd/ |
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Cheetocheeto67 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T00:29:48.000Z | q69uk8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | My family ignores me a lot and blames it on me having adhd | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69uk8/my_family_ignores_me_a_lot_and_blames_it_on_me/ |
Primary-Halves | Hi all. So, I’ve been with this person who lives overseas for some time now. We’ll be approaching our two year anniversary relatively soon. But with that, I need help from those who have ADHD as I don’t.
They tend to hyper fixate quite a lot, with their fixations lasting for months and months. With this, I try my best to understand, but I can’t help but feel lonely with it? Because of time zones, our time together is limited, but a part of me feels bitter for feeling lonely when they’d rather put time into their fixation than spending time together.
I also ask for advice, because it gets to the point where I have an emergency, I can’t get in contact because of said fixation. I would really like some input. And before you ask, yes I have told them already about the feeling it leaves me. But they tend to forget unless I remind them..please share your thoughts below if you can. I appreciate it. | 2021-10-12T00:27:38.000Z | q69t7a | 6 | 11 | ADHD | Partner has ADHD. How to fight the feeling of loneliness? | 0.92 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69t7a/partner_has_adhd_how_to_fight_the_feeling_of/ |
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ButterscotchAnxious7 | I just got a new job and today was my 3rd day. I had a family trip to Disney planned since months ago and I just mentioned it today. I feel so bad. I’m ruminating. My stomach sinks every time I think about it. I always fear jobs view me as lazy or flaky as it is. I really wanted to bow out of the trip to avoid asking for time off honestly but then I would be letting several other people down. Why am I like this? I know it’s not that deep but… it feels like it is | 2021-10-12T00:26:44.000Z | q69snw | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I feel flaky | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69snw/i_feel_flaky/ |
megsandmeds | I have found it really difficult to find one direction, channel and work on one passion and interest. I know its common to get bored easily of careers and hobbies. Heck just this year Ive tried to learn french, maori, and code. I went from wanting to be a chef, baker, high school teacher, primary school teacher, early childhood carer, and now librarian. (I studied history and philosophy for added context lol). I'm a bit of a joke to my current part time work colleagues...'what are you gonna be now megan?" they ask
Anyone got a job that helps with adhd, or tips of enjoying work and motivation despite adhd? | 2021-10-12T00:25:28.000Z | q69rto | 216 | 102 | ADHD | what kinds of jobs does the ADHD community have? | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69rto/what_kinds_of_jobs_does_the_adhd_community_have/ |
Panzercannon03 | I've had a portion of a work project I've been procrastinating and avoiding as much as possible, even with the meds it was hard to sit down and do it.
Then the project was due the next day...and somehow I managed to do 1 month worth of work in 12 hours. Like what the hell? (And no I didn't take any additional meds other than my usual). | 2021-10-12T00:25:27.000Z | q69rt7 | 3 | 8 | ADHD | I'm so productive under pressure | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69rt7/im_so_productive_under_pressure/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-12T00:25:23.000Z | q69rrt | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Diagnosed this year, and am thinking about trying to date again. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69rrt/diagnosed_this_year_and_am_thinking_about_trying/ |
irwtfa | Even before I knew I had ADHD I had a theory on why new things were so appealing to me, just to do it for a short time and move on.
Now that I read about others that are the same it makes me wonder if anyone can relate to my theory.
I believe it's the figuring out part, the learning, that holds the appeal.
I like to figure things out.
How can I take something I've seen and recreate it.
How can I take an idea and make it better.
I think it's our inherent curiousity that is the motivator to try something new, and once our curiosity is satisfied, were ready to move on to the next thing.
With such a tiny number of years to live, and not knowing when the time will be up, it seems vital to do, experience, try, learn, create etc as much as I can.
Does this ring true for others? | 2021-10-12T00:24:44.000Z | q69rb2 | 11 | 16 | ADHD | A theory on why we start so many new hobbies, projects and interests. | 0.94 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69rb2/a_theory_on_why_we_start_so_many_new_hobbies/ |
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PM_me_ur_launch_code | [removed] | 2021-10-12T00:19:33.000Z | q69nvi | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Should I schedule with a doctor or a psychiatrist to get diagnosed? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69nvi/should_i_schedule_with_a_doctor_or_a_psychiatrist/ |
RajPradeen | [removed] | 2021-10-12T00:15:51.000Z | q69li3 | 2 | 4 | ADHD | Any advice would be appreciated | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69li3/any_advice_would_be_appreciated/ |
pepsinprozac88 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T00:14:41.000Z | q69kq2 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Question about medication for newly diagnosed adult, feel like my Dr has under-prescribed me | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69kq2/question_about_medication_for_newly_diagnosed/ |
pepsinprozac88 | [removed] | 2021-10-12T00:13:08.000Z | q69jnc | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Newly diagnosed and just started on Ritalin, but I feel like my DR has under-prescribed me | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69jnc/newly_diagnosed_and_just_started_on_ritalin_but_i/ |
megsandmeds | Anyone else constantly sing, or when in the mood find it hard to not sing? If I've got a song in my head its almost impossible not to sing. When I'm nervous or excited nervous i find I sing, il sing in the car if theres no conversation. Il sing in the shower, doing the dishes, and find it hard not to sing when someone is playing music I know even if its not always appropriate. Sometimes Il sing for hours..
singing moods can come in waves, and typically a sign of a good mood. But sometimes I find I've wasted alot of time, and Il feel down about technically having done nothing for the past hour.
Also Im not good at it. That also makes it worse.
Honestly don't want to stop, its not debilitating..heck it can be fun, entertaining and relaxing..just wondered if any other ADHD peeps out there have similar habits | 2021-10-12T00:10:32.000Z | q69hxu | 6 | 4 | ADHD | Constantly singing | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69hxu/constantly_singing/ |
stawvo | [removed] | 2021-10-12T00:09:38.000Z | q69ha8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I’m not sure if I have ADHD, but I have a feeling that I do. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69ha8/im_not_sure_if_i_have_adhd_but_i_have_a_feeling/ |
AbjectSadness | I am a single mother to a teen daughter with ADHD/ODD. Life at home is volatile. Explosions galore. She recently got expelled from school over committing a crime. She did not want to be expelled. She regrets what happened. However she pretty much thinks she can continue to live life just as before just not get caught. I just cannot understand how her mind works. Why does she not learn from her mistakes? How can she continue blaming everyone else when she was the one clearly at fault? How come whenever I talk to her calmly she thinks I am screaming at her, and she thinks she is talking calmly at me when she is clearly screaming?. Why does everything make her so angry? Why does she hate me so much? Why doesn't she believe me when I tell her I love her and care about her? If someone can give me some insight into what is going on in her mind so I can understand her better I would much appreciate it. | 2021-10-12T00:07:05.000Z | q69fkd | 3 | 4 | ADHD | Anyone diagnosed with ODD that can help me understand my daughter | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69fkd/anyone_diagnosed_with_odd_that_can_help_me/ |
PanBlinkyInky | Today I finally got around to paying a gardener to come and take care of my lawn, so I thought I would celebrate here!
I hate mowing my lawn and it doesn't get taken care of very well to the point where it's damaged, so I just wanted to encourage others to, if you have the means, pay for a service that you can't manage yourself. It's so relieving knowing it's going to be taken care of without forcing myself to do something that is stressful and upsetting for me :) | 2021-10-12T00:05:09.000Z | q69e8r | 4 | 5 | ADHD | celebrating paid services that you can't handle yourself! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69e8r/celebrating_paid_services_that_you_cant_handle/ |
cobaltjay | I am wanting to find some ways to talk about adhd and the struggles I face because of it. It would be for a few different situations, but mainly at work.
For example, my boss will assign us tasks in meetings and ask us when we can have them done by. I am really not able to give her a date in that moment. I don't know how long the task will take, how long my other tasks are going to take, or what is even considered an acceptable amount of time. To be able to give her accurate timelines I need to be able to take the tasks, look at my systems, and then get back to her later. I've had a conversation with her about this already and she's just told me to rely more on to do lists and schedules so that I can keep track of everything. I've tried telling her that's not my problem (I use lots of systems, lists and tools to keep on track), but she doesn't really get it. I've been saying "I struggle with ____". But I'm thinking it may be time to tell her that "I have a disorder that impacts my ability to ____".
I want to find a way to talk to her without saying "I have adhd", because I know she is going to have certain biases about what that means. I also don't want her opinion of me, and the things I am capable of, to change. I have big goals at work and want to keep having the opportunities to move up and take on higher responsibilities. | 2021-10-12T00:01:36.000Z | q69btp | 16 | 32 | ADHD | How do I talk about my adhd without saying "I have adhd"? | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69btp/how_do_i_talk_about_my_adhd_without_saying_i_have/ |
Gloomy-Introduction4 | I can't help but think that I don't really have ADHD and that i was just diagnosed poorly. I should get re diagnosed by someone else but then i think about if they do say i don't have adhd. I truly do not know how I would handle it. I would feel so hopeless and LAZY. i feel like maybe i'm just using it as an excuse in life. I have this battle in my head everyday. anyone else??? | 2021-10-12T00:00:18.000Z | q69av7 | 5 | 12 | ADHD | Do i really have ADHD? | 0.93 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69av7/do_i_really_have_adhd/ |
throwawayssn56 | [removed] | 2021-10-11T23:59:52.000Z | q69aco | 0 | 1 | ADHD | I got Prescribed! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q69aco/i_got_prescribed/ |
Tundra208 | Hi,
For those of you taking generic Dexedrine extended release capsules, which manufacturer has worked best for you? I have only tried Mallinckrodt and it is complete garbage compared to the old GSK brand version. I haven't been able to find Amneal in Idaho. Any other good manufactures worth trying?
Thanks | 2021-10-11T23:58:52.000Z | q699lk | 6 | 1 | ADHD | Best generic Dexedrine Extended Release Capsule? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q699lk/best_generic_dexedrine_extended_release_capsule/ |
laziestbanana | [removed] | 2021-10-11T23:57:59.000Z | q698zt | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Opening and closing of doors | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q698zt/opening_and_closing_of_doors/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-11T23:57:19.000Z | q698jr | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How do you have that conversation? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q698jr/how_do_you_have_that_conversation/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-11T23:54:48.000Z | q696v3 | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Maybe I'm just not cut out for University | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q696v3/maybe_im_just_not_cut_out_for_university/ |
Rich_Cell748 | So my college has a very strict process for getting SDS accommodations and I finally had my appointment for neuropsych testing today. It took like 6 hours but literally all I can think about now is what if it comes back as me not having adhd??? Like I was diagnosed by a primary care doctor in elementary school but it hasn’t been treated or anything. I’m just worried that I won’t be able to get the help I need to do well in school if I can’t get a formal diagnosis (really struggling bad rn). Any thoughts/wisdom/experiences with this? | 2021-10-11T23:54:42.000Z | q696t2 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Just got tested today… | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q696t2/just_got_tested_today/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-11T23:51:15.000Z | q694m6 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | i grew up near adhd | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q694m6/i_grew_up_near_adhd/ |
Leather-Literature23 | [removed] | 2021-10-11T23:42:38.000Z | q68z31 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | i grew up near a lot of adhd | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68z31/i_grew_up_near_a_lot_of_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-11T23:37:25.000Z | q68vni | 1 | 1 | ADHD | [Discussion] I don't think I sit and lay in bed comfortably? | 0.6 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68vni/discussion_i_dont_think_i_sit_and_lay_in_bed/ |
osabeaver | I (16M) am 99% sure I have ADHD, and to get diagnosed I have to talk to my mom about it.
My step sister got diagnosed with ADHD about half a year ago, and after she got her diagnosis my mom made sure to tell everyone in our close family.
If I wanna get diagnosed, I have to do it through her, and I'm sure she'd tell everyone as soon as I "came out". I definitely wouldn't feel comfortable with everyone looking at me differently because of it, so I haven't told her yet.
I'm also scared of getting invalidated by my mom because my step sister struggled more with it prior to her diagnosis. My sister (different person) has also been struggling a lot mentally recently, so everyones top priority is making sure she gets proper help.
I'm smart enough to get above average grades, and I go to one of the best high schools in my city, yet I never study and I struggle with paying attention ([This](https://imgur.com/a/aatJkbn) is what I do in class).
It's starting to take a toll on me, and my grades are slowly declining, but the fear of being invalidated is keeping me from doing anything about it :( | 2021-10-11T23:16:39.000Z | q68h5e | 3 | 4 | ADHD | Coming out to my mom | 0.83 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68h5e/coming_out_to_my_mom/ |
DryCoast | [removed] | 2021-10-11T23:14:41.000Z | q68fsg | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Good temporary alternatives to adderall? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68fsg/good_temporary_alternatives_to_adderall/ |
DryCoast | [removed] | 2021-10-11T23:13:16.000Z | q68eub | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Good temporary alternatives to adderall? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68eub/good_temporary_alternatives_to_adderall/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-11T23:11:31.000Z | q68dmo | 4 | 15 | ADHD | I just want to live | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68dmo/i_just_want_to_live/ |
Gib_eats | My partner (who also has adhd) has found a programme online called Brainworx, a year long programme that says it can improve how you think and how our brains work created specifically for Pele with adhd. It has a big price though. So wondering if anyone has tried it, can recommend it or can let me know more? Just wondering if it’s adhd snakeoil that we’ll regret buying? Thanks for any advice you can provide. | 2021-10-11T23:07:47.000Z | q68b2e | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Query re Brainworx programme | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68b2e/query_re_brainworx_programme/ |
Beautiful_Ability_74 | Hello! I'm curious and also very confused. Idk if this is just a fixation I have at the moment but has anyone here realized they wanted to pursue med later in life and have ADHD? I'm concerned because I'm still in my early 20s but I'm really thinking about pursuing this one because I'm probably a late bloomer and all that but I realized this is something I think I really want to do. If yall could give me any advice or tips. Like is it already too late for me to pursue it? Is this just a fixation maybe? Idk :( | 2021-10-11T23:06:21.000Z | q68a2n | 16 | 12 | ADHD | Are there any people here diagnosed with ADHD and pursued becoming a doctor? | 0.93 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q68a2n/are_there_any_people_here_diagnosed_with_adhd_and/ |
Livvssaa | I’ve played around for two months now with adderall, as far as IR vs XR and dosage etc…
Came off two days ago and I feel like myself again. I feel happier, less anxious, way less depressed, and today I even felt so motivated to do everything!
However, I still can’t seem to do anything?? Ugh!!! I literally just get so overwhelmed with all the things I could do or want to do that I literally just sit there and stare and think about it without any action happening. Even when I do start on a project I have a hard time figuring out how to break it down into smaller steps like I want to go all in but that doesn’t work.
Mostly venting here but does anyone have tips for this? Adderall definitely made it easier to just sit down and do it without my mind being all over the place but it’s not worth my mental health deteriorating. | 2021-10-11T23:03:18.000Z | q687vx | 4 | 0 | ADHD | I feel amazing after stopping adderall but… | 0.4 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q687vx/i_feel_amazing_after_stopping_adderall_but/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-11T23:00:10.000Z | q685b7 | 3 | 0 | ADHD | Almost burned the house down (again). Any tips for remembering to turn off the stove? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q685b7/almost_burned_the_house_down_again_any_tips_for/ |
microcosmofthecosmos | [removed] | 2021-10-11T22:58:52.000Z | q684db | 6 | 0 | ADHD | How do cigarettes/vaping effect ADHD? | 0.2 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q684db/how_do_cigarettesvaping_effect_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-11T22:52:06.000Z | q67zns | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Mirroring (/+living on a cycle of fixations) - Has anyone else experienced this symptom? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q67zns/mirroring_living_on_a_cycle_of_fixations_has/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-11T22:51:55.000Z | q67zjc | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How does cigarettes/vaping effect ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q67zjc/how_does_cigarettesvaping_effect_adhd/ |
em2403 | My mind is complete fog. I struggle to find order. Organize. I forget everything. I want to do something, I have to do it, yet I never seem to get there. Motivation fades. Itching to move, find new things. Distraction after distraction and I barely even realize it. Everything too far away. Just out of my grasp. Positivity is better yet I keep finding everything impossible. On the outside. Far away. Watching in. How can I change. Outside of the priority, no help, no change. I should be able to do it myself. Why can't I just work like everyone else. On the outside yet stuck inside of my self, my thoughts, my self.
This accidentally turned into some sort of dodgy poetry.
If anyone sees this - what do you think? | 2021-10-11T22:49:00.000Z | q67xiq | 15 | 93 | ADHD | Constantly feeling like I am 10 steps behind everyone else | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q67xiq/constantly_feeling_like_i_am_10_steps_behind/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-11T22:47:53.000Z | q67wqu | 4 | 0 | ADHD | Chasing Dopamine? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q67wqu/chasing_dopamine/ |
em2403 | [removed] | 2021-10-11T22:39:49.000Z | q67r71 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Mirroring + living on a cycle of fixations - has anyone else experienced this? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q67r71/mirroring_living_on_a_cycle_of_fixations_has/ |
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