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caiyzik | https://youtu.be/yGOlNzaW7KA
I was rewatching this and when he started talking about the lifelong need for extra consequences I had this terrible "ha I do that" moment.
I am making progress with my meds (switched to Ritalin seems to help) but I am afraid that it won't be enough to fix my constant lateness to work.
T... | 2021-12-14T16:36:07.000Z | rgbcrc | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Needing ADA Accommodations and Feel Scared to Ask | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgbcrc/needing_ada_accommodations_and_feel_scared_to_ask/ |
shantics | [removed] | 2021-12-14T16:31:57.000Z | rgb9h6 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | My ADHD seems to come in waves. Periods of having it together met with periods of total exhaustion and disarray. I’m juggling what feels like a metric fuckton on a down slope and I only have the bandwidth to get this much out right now. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb9h6/my_adhd_seems_to_come_in_waves_periods_of_having/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T16:31:51.000Z | rgb99c | 2 | 0 | ADHD | Finally ready to give medication a shot again but I don’t know where to start | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb99c/finally_ready_to_give_medication_a_shot_again_but/ |
Bosphoramus | Around April I was prescribed amphetamine salts (30mg generic Adderall) but I haven't seen any vast and noticeable improvements in my work or habits. I also tried methylphenidate with similar results.
I am trying to justify the cost of $120 for the monthly follow up appointment combined with $40\~$50 for the generics... | 2021-12-14T16:31:17.000Z | rgb93c | 5 | 2 | ADHD | Trying to justify ADHD medication (Adderall) - cost and efficiency. | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb93c/trying_to_justify_adhd_medication_adderall_cost/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T16:31:05.000Z | rgb8xl | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Can you really tell if you have ADHD or not depending on how stimulants feel for you? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb8xl/can_you_really_tell_if_you_have_adhd_or_not/ |
NobodyFindsMeHere | I got diagnosed at 21 (current age) and I work in IT and i’m not sure if it’s just only ADHD but holy hell it feels like it holds me back more than anything in my life. i’ve tried these meds for a few months now and even upping the dosage does nothing for me. it feels like my psych is kind of brushing past the things I... | 2021-12-14T16:29:40.000Z | rgb7ot | 4 | 2 | ADHD | what do y’all with ADHD do for a living? | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb7ot/what_do_yall_with_adhd_do_for_a_living/ |
candice_opera | Does anyonw have them? Like
I love music. But its difficult to stay focused on if im just listening to it. I l9ve hearing it when riding, at a car, when making stuff or other things.
This makes me feel troubled specially because Im a musician and producer.
Amazingly somedays I manage to stay a couple hours hearing it i... | 2021-12-14T16:29:34.000Z | rgb7m6 | 5 | 2 | ADHD | Difficulties hearing music? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb7m6/difficulties_hearing_music/ |
CatharticSnickers | Pretty sure I’ve been diagnosed with adhd and will be prescribed adderall very soon today. I’m worried about building a tolerance to it and losing some of the benefits it could otherwise provide over the long term. So I just want some unprofessional opinions about this.
I’m not sure what my I’ll be advised to take, b... | 2021-12-14T16:25:55.000Z | rgb4ou | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Adderall Tolerance Maintenance Strategy | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb4ou/adderall_tolerance_maintenance_strategy/ |
flexingonmyself | I literally cannot get a full erection since starting Strattera. I heard some side effects resolve themselves a while after titration is done and levels are consistent (im currently at 60mg, was at 40mg last week and will be going up to 80mg next week)
This is of course a deal breaker side effect if it doesn't resolv... | 2021-12-14T16:25:14.000Z | rgb457 | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Started strattera a week and a half ago and now have severe ED. Does this side effect resolve itself once dosage levels off or shoulf I call it quits? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb457/started_strattera_a_week_and_a_half_ago_and_now/ |
LittyMcTiddy | Hello guys, first time posting here. I'm 32(M) and just recently saw a psychiatrist for the first time, and got diagnosed after some evaluation. Will quickly(hopefully) share my thoughts on it, and ask about your experience with vyvanse. Anyway, the news was bittersweet as you might expect. I kind of felt relief at kno... | 2021-12-14T16:24:35.000Z | rgb3op | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Recently diagnosed. Super anxious on Vyvanse. | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb3op/recently_diagnosed_super_anxious_on_vyvanse/ |
Ok_Position890 | Have y'all ever noticed that you have days where noises seem overall louder? Even the clacking of my keyboard is making me cringe from how loud it is. Went to an ENT last week, zero signs of infection and perfect hearing. Some days it's not an issue at all; I can process much more auditory stimuli and will seek out ext... | 2021-12-14T16:24:09.000Z | rgb3cy | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Inconsistent Noise Sensitivity | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb3cy/inconsistent_noise_sensitivity/ |
JordiHamster35 | I wanna see Spider-Man No Way Home, I can't see it until 2 weeks after release and I absolutely can't handle this. I NEED TO SEE THIS!
Advice people give me: "Just don't think about it, do something fun to pass the time until you can see it."
I CAN'T, IT HAS BEEN MY OBSESSION FOR MONTHS AND THE FACT THAT PEOPLE WILL ... | 2021-12-14T16:23:54.000Z | rgb36n | 10 | 16 | ADHD | "Just don't think about it" - A rant | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb36n/just_dont_think_about_it_a_rant/ |
Cromlin1003 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T16:23:38.000Z | rgb2yz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anybody struggle with having to have things done a certain way. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb2yz/does_anybody_struggle_with_having_to_have_things/ |
DJRyot | I constantly forget to eat. But when I do remember to eat I can only eat once without it feeling like a large commitment.
I essentially have to force myself to get up and go make food. And it feels like it's a impossible task. I know executive dysfunction is a thing that happens. But that it can even include things th... | 2021-12-14T16:23:17.000Z | rgb2p1 | 13 | 8 | ADHD | How do you manage to feed yourself more than once a day? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb2p1/how_do_you_manage_to_feed_yourself_more_than_once/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T16:22:39.000Z | rgb287 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Why do I get more motivation to clean/do assignments when I’m sick? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb287/why_do_i_get_more_motivation_to_cleando/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T16:21:50.000Z | rgb1mu | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does the thought of having to feed yourself multiple times a day overwhelm anyone else? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb1mu/does_the_thought_of_having_to_feed_yourself/ |
musicfreak9187 | Hi! Just looking for some advice, feel free to comment or DM me!
I have very bad ADHD which is now being treated with medication( huge difference, works most days).
I’m current training to be a Pharmacy Technician. I’m also in school, clinical psych major looking to go into psychiatry as an MD or PA.
What are som... | 2021-12-14T16:19:55.000Z | rgb044 | 8 | 1 | ADHD | Med Students/PA Students | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgb044/med_studentspa_students/ |
True-Storm-5959 | I was diagnosed with adhd several years ago. Previously on vyvanse 40mg and Zoloft 100mg and when I became pregnant in 2020 I decided for personal reasons to get off meds.
After I finished nursing in Mar of 21. I decided it was time to get back on them. Due to ins coverage I switched to Adderall XR 15mg and a 10mg boo... | 2021-12-14T16:19:36.000Z | rgazuy | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Feeling off | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgazuy/feeling_off/ |
Competitive_One_4992 | Hey guys I have been diagnosed all my life with adhd and am now in my 30s and am having trouble coming to terms with my symptoms and being able to be open about with my wife. She has been nothing but supportive of me since day one and for what ever reason I have started finding it difficult to discuss my adhd and issue... | 2021-12-14T16:16:52.000Z | rgaxsl | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Adhd walls | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgaxsl/adhd_walls/ |
DustyLemonTree | Whether it's what order to do a few things in or what to eat, what to say to someone, what to do or how to do something, I just cannot make decisions.
I don't have confidence in my own decision making, I am also scared of making the wrong decision, and I also feel so overwhelmed with too many things that decision maki... | 2021-12-14T16:16:38.000Z | rgaxmp | 6 | 4 | ADHD | I can't make decisions and it hinders me everyday | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgaxmp/i_cant_make_decisions_and_it_hinders_me_everyday/ |
jennie033 | So ever since I joined this sub, I’ve felt like my struggles are validated (even though I’m not diagnosed, I’m still trying to see if I have it or not). I’ve come once again to see if others are struggling with this too.
I’m back in person. I understand the material and everything, but when it comes to tests, I find ... | 2021-12-14T16:16:34.000Z | rgaxkz | 11 | 30 | ADHD | I keep making stupid mistakes in tests | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgaxkz/i_keep_making_stupid_mistakes_in_tests/ |
AllanSmith22 | Most people procrastinate sitting at their desk scrolling Reddit on their laptop. I’m knocking about our office annoying everyone, fiddling with everything and causing havoc. Always used to get in trouble for it in school and it woek it makes it very clear when I’m not doing any work. Good for morale though. However wh... | 2021-12-14T16:16:06.000Z | rgax8u | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Im either walking around my office at work and procrastinating or completely exhausted all the time. Any tips? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgax8u/im_either_walking_around_my_office_at_work_and/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T16:12:31.000Z | rgauep | 2 | 1 | ADHD | oahs[dashiwe[a | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgauep/oahsdashiwea/ |
mqob | During my first appointment with this psychiatrist a few months ago, he asked if I'd ever been diagnosed with ADHD or anything similar, and I said no, but that I'd been told it sounde like I have it/have a lot of symptoms.
He then went over a questionnaire with me, and agreed that I did have a lot of symptoms based ... | 2021-12-14T16:11:31.000Z | rgatlw | 9 | 1 | ADHD | How to bring up ADHD to my psychiatrist again | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgatlw/how_to_bring_up_adhd_to_my_psychiatrist_again/ |
Electronicwaffle | On (some) digital watches, there is a circle pie graph "chart" that essentially fills in pie wedge slice once every second. After 60 seconds, the entire pie is filled in, and looks like a full filled in black circle, without lines. This entire process then starts over, and "times" every minute, of every day, of the wat... | 2021-12-14T16:10:52.000Z | rgat2z | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Looking for a specific digital watch feature, that I assume most of us in here either have, or would want. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgat2z/looking_for_a_specific_digital_watch_feature_that/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T16:08:29.000Z | rgar74 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Vyvanse vs Concerta | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgar74/vyvanse_vs_concerta/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T16:07:10.000Z | rgaq5x | 2 | 1 | ADHD | I messed up, ugh whyyyy, please help me to not feel alone with a funny story | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgaq5x/i_messed_up_ugh_whyyyy_please_help_me_to_not_feel/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T16:05:55.000Z | rgap7n | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Have you ever had anything stolen and how long did it take you to notice? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgap7n/have_you_ever_had_anything_stolen_and_how_long/ |
anonnnsy | [removed] | 2021-12-14T16:02:23.000Z | rgamhn | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Should be studying right now = 🍌 | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgamhn/should_be_studying_right_now/ |
mechanical_madman | Hello fellow ADHD'ers
I am at the start of a big life transition atm and looking at a new career path. This is fairly common for me, I tend to have had enough of a given career path every 10 years or so.
Anyway, can our brains function in a SaaS sales environment?
And if you do work in this type of environment ... | 2021-12-14T16:02:01.000Z | rgam75 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone work in SaaS sales | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgam75/anyone_work_in_saas_sales/ |
Liam_Rourke | Hi guys,
I was taking Concerta for over a year before switching over to Strattera a few months ago due to not loving the stimulant side affects.
The doctor has just bumped me from 80mg of strattera to 100mg.
I am just wondering really what noticeable effects I should be looking for to report back to the doctor.
I can... | 2021-12-14T16:00:49.000Z | rgal7s | 13 | 4 | ADHD | Effects of Strattera | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgal7s/effects_of_strattera/ |
ghost_sanctum | My college has this policy where you need to earn at least a C to continue on in the curriculum for your major.
You’re only allowed to take a class 3 times before you’re not allowed to take it anymore. I had to write an appeal to my advisor and the head of a certain department for a class I’m struggling with to allow ... | 2021-12-14T16:00:23.000Z | rgakv4 | 1 | 4 | ADHD | 26. Still an undergrad. It seems like I’ve been kicked from my declared major. Not sure where to go from here. | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgakv4/26_still_an_undergrad_it_seems_like_ive_been/ |
michaelc96 | Last week a talked to my “anxiety doctor” (not sure the official name) about retrying ADHD meds which I hadn’t take since I was probably 14-15. After I stopped taking them I learned to “control” my ADHD (or so I thought.) I felt better without them and was adamant about not taking them again until I stumbled upon the s... | 2021-12-14T15:57:07.000Z | rgai3o | 1 | 2 | ADHD | I want to thank the people here for unintentionally helping me out! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgai3o/i_want_to_thank_the_people_here_for/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T15:56:02.000Z | rgaha3 | 7 | 1 | ADHD | Diagnosed with ADHD. Going to try medication, but I’m worried. What are non-stimulants that have helped you? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgaha3/diagnosed_with_adhd_going_to_try_medication_but/ |
TheStinkyRebel | More of venting, but support or tips may help too.
But I get so freaking overwhelmed and lose track of tasks because of the amount of applications we use for documents and stuff at work. I'm an engineer for a manufacturing company and our company is just a disorganized mess with documents, to begin with. Either that o... | 2021-12-14T15:55:28.000Z | rgagu6 | 3 | 4 | ADHD | Overwhelmed by tabs and computer applications at work! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgagu6/overwhelmed_by_tabs_and_computer_applications_at/ |
Enough-Elderberry553 |
I was recently diagnosed with ADHD this month. First thing first, it’s genuinely EXPLAINS a lot of things lol. Still trying to get my life together, but this time around I actually feel hopeful with medication, therapy (I love therapy & just want to incorporate it in general), and for once some kind of clarity.
This... | 2021-12-14T15:54:56.000Z | rgagfo | 14 | 6 | ADHD | Seriously question: what are your hobbies? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgagfo/seriously_question_what_are_your_hobbies/ |
arayosun | So i have a slightly different problem today. I have an exam and an essay due tonight and two more essays due this week, and the thing is I am really behind. I’m medicated and all that stuff and before this week I had been giving my all to this semester and it was not been showing in my results. Last week I had a compl... | 2021-12-14T15:50:50.000Z | rgadee | 4 | 1 | ADHD | good mood but still unproductive | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rgadee/good_mood_but_still_unproductive/ |
hitoshi-san | i’ve been running regularly on the treadmill every second morning for 2 months now, here’s how i’ve been doing it lol
>the morning is the best time because i HAVE to get ready for school so the urgency kicks in that way. i can’t procrastinate it for 5 hours. i gotta do it or i’ll be late.
>make a playlist of like a f... | 2021-12-14T15:45:56.000Z | rga9sd | 2 | 5 | ADHD | ADHD treadmill tips | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rga9sd/adhd_treadmill_tips/ |
Araknhak | I’ve been trying to manage stress before going to sleep, but I still haven’t found a good routine. Watching TV makes me restless, and being on the phone might disturb the melatonin in my brain. I haven’t really tried reading a book yet.
So what’s your bedtime routine? | 2021-12-14T15:42:14.000Z | rga6zq | 3 | 3 | ADHD | What is your before bed de-stress habit that helps you sleep? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rga6zq/what_is_your_before_bed_destress_habit_that_helps/ |
adhduk2020 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T15:41:39.000Z | rga6jo | 1 | 1 | ADHD | poor mans medication pseudoephedrine | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rga6jo/poor_mans_medication_pseudoephedrine/ |
adhduk2020 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T15:40:40.000Z | rga5ts | 1 | 1 | ADHD | poor mans medication pseudoephedrine becasue NHS are c**ts | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rga5ts/poor_mans_medication_pseudoephedrine_becasue_nhs/ |
square_snail | [removed] | 2021-12-14T15:39:15.000Z | rga4rd | 257 | 492 | ADHD | I accidentally took my Vyvanse twice this morning | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rga4rd/i_accidentally_took_my_vyvanse_twice_this_morning/ |
peragro2104 | We all know we find a new food to make and suddenly it’s our favourite thing in the world.. until we stop being obsessed with and find a new dish!
So, until a few weeks ago mine was spicy ramen and a boiled egg - easy and simple and I loved it! Now I’m really loving cheese and ham toasties and it’s my go-to dish to m... | 2021-12-14T15:33:43.000Z | rga0so | 2 | 5 | ADHD | What food dish are you currently obsessed with right now? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rga0so/what_food_dish_are_you_currently_obsessed_with/ |
jaydenbIues | [removed] | 2021-12-14T15:32:59.000Z | rga08k | 4 | 4 | ADHD | I feel like I can smell ADHD on someone from a mile away. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rga08k/i_feel_like_i_can_smell_adhd_on_someone_from_a/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T15:28:44.000Z | rg9wvf | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone else feel like they can smell ADHD on someone from a mile away? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9wvf/anyone_else_feel_like_they_can_smell_adhd_on/ |
RobbieNorfolk | I've recently been diagosed with ADHD at the age of 35 years old. When I started analysing my behaviours I realised I'd created lots of systems, habits, strategies to cope with elements of my life I found difficult or unstimulating. Just thought I'd list some here and see if anyone can relate!
I'm un-medicated but hop... | 2021-12-14T15:13:34.000Z | rg9llp | 9 | 22 | ADHD | Things I've been doing to cope with the ADHD I didn't realise I had - Who can relate? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9llp/things_ive_been_doing_to_cope_with_the_adhd_i/ |
Biggius_Geebius | For me it's typically video games, they become addictive to the point that I have just stopped playing them. When I have been playing them they become all I can think about and I end up feeling down and grumpy when not playing them. It feels crap to know this is the case, but I can only assume its linked to the dopamin... | 2021-12-14T15:09:07.000Z | rg9i0r | 27 | 5 | ADHD | Can addiction be linked to ADHD? | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9i0r/can_addiction_be_linked_to_adhd/ |
caiyzik | [removed] | 2021-12-14T15:08:29.000Z | rg9hjk | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anybody else feel like medication is kinda meh? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9hjk/anybody_else_feel_like_medication_is_kinda_meh/ |
PizzaMacDestroyer | Not asking for medical advice but career advice.
I am looking to change careers, currently working a typical office style job in marketing which can be interesting but it’s not what I want to do with the rest of my life.
I’ve been interested in psychology for a long time and have considered pursuing an education to g... | 2021-12-14T15:06:33.000Z | rg9fzy | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Are there any psychologists with ADHD in this subreddit? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9fzy/are_there_any_psychologists_with_adhd_in_this/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T15:05:00.000Z | rg9ern | 4 | 1 | ADHD | I absolutely hate routines | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9ern/i_absolutely_hate_routines/ |
chris17453 | So I'm in the IT industry. I'm in a senior position, principal level, and good at what I do. I'm looking for a new job and got a nibble on a dream job. I aced the first interview, which was more of a culture fit interview. Do we like him, does have general knowledge on x,y,z topic. Typical STAR interview style.
I get... | 2021-12-14T15:04:46.000Z | rg9el5 | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Failed at an Interview I thought I was going to ace... But got the next interview anyway!? | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9el5/failed_at_an_interview_i_thought_i_was_going_to/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T15:04:00.000Z | rg9dy0 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Am I the only one who absolutely hates routines? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9dy0/am_i_the_only_one_who_absolutely_hates_routines/ |
sparkly____sloth | Hi, I've just started on medication (generic Concerta) last week so I'm not sure yet how it's really working for me. It definitely has a positive effect but I have the impression it works better on free days. Might be a dose thing and I will be observing a bit further before switching dose but I was wondering how your ... | 2021-12-14T15:00:31.000Z | rg9axg | 2 | 2 | ADHD | medication doesn't last as long on working days? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg9axg/medication_doesnt_last_as_long_on_working_days/ |
LegitimateMaterial70 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T14:53:34.000Z | rg95b9 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD Diagnosis | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg95b9/adhd_diagnosis/ |
Resolve-Creepy | I have been diagnosed since I was about 5yo. At first my adhd was so extreme, I would constantly forget what I was doing and I had to be reminded. This would happen about 30 times per hour at it’s worst.
Went to speech therapy, dance and a bunch of other different therapies, received medications that would sometimes k... | 2021-12-14T14:49:39.000Z | rg92b7 | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Shocking truth | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg92b7/shocking_truth/ |
LargeCheesePizzas | Hi all, I tried searching for an answer for this, but didn't come up with much.
I've been on Elvanse 30 mg for 3 months, my doctor thinks my dose is too low or that I metabolize it too fast, as I can usually feel it wear off around 5-6 hours after I take it, with my face getting flushed and a crash which leaves me ... | 2021-12-14T14:48:47.000Z | rg91nq | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Vyvanse/Elvanse double dose in the morning, or 30mg in morning and 30 mg in the afternoon? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg91nq/vyvanseelvanse_double_dose_in_the_morning_or_30mg/ |
rednebulababy | Some background: ADD-PI, highly sensitive person, pretty sure CPTSD (from childhood) is the root cause of the ADD. Also, tried Vyvanse and Adderall but those were both bad for my anxiety (anger + crying fits).
I was prescribed strattera last week and am wondering if the emotional numbness goes away. I started taking 2... | 2021-12-14T14:48:28.000Z | rg91dv | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does emotional numbness subside on strattera? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg91dv/does_emotional_numbness_subside_on_strattera/ |
Appropriate_Bread483 | Since my mom stopped sitting at the table and doing my homework with me in 6th grade I have been a C and D student.
I was diagnosed with adhd in May and I’m a Junior this year and it is my first college semester with 6 classes. I had 12 homework assignments a week on average and I did it. I got straight A’s even a 99... | 2021-12-14T14:41:27.000Z | rg8w0n | 26 | 335 | ADHD | Finished a semester with straight A’s after years of struggling undiagnosed | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8w0n/finished_a_semester_with_straight_as_after_years/ |
Panost835 | I was out with some friends and reading the menu at a restaurant. Some time I realised I had spent like 5 minutes just looking at the menu, without actually reading anything inside. I found this funny and told it to my friends, one of them (whose father is a psychologist) said that this is an ADHD symptom. Since then I... | 2021-12-14T14:32:39.000Z | rg8pgp | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Im 17, might have ADHD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8pgp/im_17_might_have_adhd/ |
LewieManville7 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T14:31:00.000Z | rg8oa9 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Side effects from meds | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8oa9/side_effects_from_meds/ |
Marconidas | Hi
I got recently diagnosed with ADHD and I started Vyvanse (lisdextroamphetamine) 3 months ago. At first, anorexia was a good side effect. Later, med was switched to Ritalin (methylphenidate). People around me even complimented as I was weighing 102kg with 1.81m and recently I was weighing 94kg.
However, I also do w... | 2021-12-14T14:30:05.000Z | rg8njy | 5 | 1 | ADHD | How to deal with stimulant-induced anorexia | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8njy/how_to_deal_with_stimulantinduced_anorexia/ |
ImCoolerInMyHead | Once my medicine kicks in I’m always in bed looking for something I can do. I usually make lists on my phone, organize my photos, go on Pinterest and add to Pinterest boards, delete people off my Snapchat friends list, find diy projects (and usually don’t do them), stuff like that that makes me feel “productive.” I use... | 2021-12-14T14:22:52.000Z | rg8j4z | 4 | 2 | ADHD | What is something “productive” I can do that doesn’t require me to leave the house? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8j4z/what_is_something_productive_i_can_do_that_doesnt/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T14:21:40.000Z | rg8imd | 4 | 2 | ADHD | House maintenance question for those with ADHD parent | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8imd/house_maintenance_question_for_those_with_adhd/ |
Professional_Fail_62 | I’ve been doing pretty good in school so far I have all As and Bs(except for 1 C but we don’t need to talk about that) and it’s been pretty easy now I usually do it is I take time for my assignments and do what I know I can do and miraculously I usually don’t have enough work that fall behind. But once in a while I hav... | 2021-12-14T14:19:56.000Z | rg8hst | 2 | 1 | ADHD | I know this is like the worst group of people to ask but how tf do I time manage 😭 | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8hst/i_know_this_is_like_the_worst_group_of_people_to/ |
violgreek | Hello everyone!
I got diagnosed with ADHD yesterday and got prescribed Wellbutrin. Starting with 75mg for two weeks and then going up to 150mg.
I have temporal lobe epilepsy and keep reading how Wellbutrin shouldn’t be used by people with epilepsy/it can cause seizures etc. It’s giving me a lot of anxiety. My psychi... | 2021-12-14T14:17:32.000Z | rg8gf3 | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Wellbutrin and epilepsy | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8gf3/wellbutrin_and_epilepsy/ |
sorkesar22 | Hi
For the past two three weeks that I first came across ADHD and learned about its symptoms, it has consumed my world. My wife and I are truly convinced I have it. I am 39 and I am 1000% certain i have been dealing with it since at least I was 14-15 years old. I don't really remember much about my childhood and ADHD ... | 2021-12-14T14:15:43.000Z | rg8f3y | 12 | 1 | ADHD | What If I don't get diagnosed | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8f3y/what_if_i_dont_get_diagnosed/ |
Zekro | I’m using methylphenidate for 6,5 years and in the last months I’ve noticed that I need more meds for the same effect.
I’m already on my maximum dosis allows per day (65mg).
Anyone else who has this issue? I’ve tried to stop for a few weeks but when I start again my regular dosis is still not sufficient.
Should I try ... | 2021-12-14T14:13:52.000Z | rg8drn | 6 | 1 | ADHD | How to deal with reduced effectiveness of my meds? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8drn/how_to_deal_with_reduced_effectiveness_of_my_meds/ |
lolopiro | Hello, sorry for long post ahead. Im someone suffering from ADHD, Ive been diagnosed this since I was little, but never really knew what it entailed, I only knew it would affect my life as a stutent. But as I started to consume more and more American media, I always heard of this ADHD thing (I didnt know the name in en... | 2021-12-14T14:05:31.000Z | rg87o9 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | How to not make excuses? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg87o9/how_to_not_make_excuses/ |
bootywerewolf | [removed] | 2021-12-14T14:02:01.000Z | rg8531 | 44 | 130 | ADHD | Do any other ADHD pals vehemently despise living in an apartment? | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg8531/do_any_other_adhd_pals_vehemently_despise_living/ |
sublimegeek | Just a reminder to stay strong 💪
Stay focused 🔎 (we’ve all heard THAT before)
Don’t forget that thing you needed to do!
And to get this party going…
Let’s talk about me and my ADHD!
I’m a software engineer that was officially diagnosed 2 years ago and it’s been life changing and challenging at times. I mean, we a... | 2021-12-14T13:36:35.000Z | rg7n8n | 19 | 88 | ADHD | What’s up ADHD fam, today is my 9th 🍰 day | 0.96 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg7n8n/whats_up_adhd_fam_today_is_my_9th_day/ |
cocoal4 | I had an emotional outburst and scared my boyfriend. He says he’s better now, but is worried about what happened. Somehow I made him feel guilty and like it was his fault. He doesn’t know I have ADHD specifically and I don’t even know how to explain this to him without sounding like a excuse or scaring him. I just love... | 2021-12-14T13:29:12.000Z | rg7i4x | 11 | 10 | ADHD | I feel like I ruined my relationship | 0.92 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg7i4x/i_feel_like_i_ruined_my_relationship/ |
SunnySideUp229 | Hello! I was recently diagnosed (mid-30s) by a neurologist, but after four months of adderall 5mg, he refuses to titrate. My next follow-up is in May 2022.
I want to get a second opinion but by PCP keep asking for documentation of my diagnosis - which the neurologist hasn’t provided.
What’s the best way to approach ... | 2021-12-14T13:26:08.000Z | rg7g4l | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Advice on changing doctors | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg7g4l/advice_on_changing_doctors/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T13:25:21.000Z | rg7fl6 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What are some things that you thought were "just you" but turns out they are actually ADHD related? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg7fl6/what_are_some_things_that_you_thought_were_just/ |
jea53nie | I’m looking for a service that can help diagnose me with ADHD/assess me to see if I have it and then start me with treatment if needed. I’ve looked at a few already but feel really hopeless about it because I haven’t found anything and they’re all so expensive (my budget is about £1000 for everything). Quite a few priv... | 2021-12-14T13:23:18.000Z | rg7e5h | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Private Assessment help UK | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg7e5h/private_assessment_help_uk/ |
Unhappy-Hat-100 | (20 yo female, 240 lbs)
I started taking methylphenidate ER 18mg about 4 days ago, and after 3 days of feeling nothing different i told my doctor and she said to start taking 2 tablets (36mg) in the morning to see if that does anything. I took 2 of them 3 hours ago (6:30am) and again I dont feel anything.
Ive been g... | 2021-12-14T13:20:21.000Z | rg7c5a | 1 | 2 | ADHD | No changes | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg7c5a/no_changes/ |
dnyl1 | I find it hard to read on my own without my mind just getting distracted by the actual reading aspect of it…
Download a Text to Speech App which reads the text as you read alongside.
I slowed down the talking speech so I could absorb the information in my own time and it’s helped a lot, especially when reading long ... | 2021-12-14T13:16:25.000Z | rg79km | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Tip: A tip for those who find it hard to read | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg79km/tip_a_tip_for_those_who_find_it_hard_to_read/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T13:14:04.000Z | rg7820 | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Accidentally took double dose of Concreta. Should I be worried? | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg7820/accidentally_took_double_dose_of_concreta_should/ |
browinskie | Hey guys,
I’ve been aware of my ADD for the last 6 years but haven’t done anything about it until recently. My gf and I both have pretty noticeable ADD and I’ve been learning a lot about it because of her. She takes medication to help her with ADD, but I’ve never tried to take meds. I do feel like I suffer from my ADD ... | 2021-12-14T13:11:04.000Z | rg764z | 8 | 1 | ADHD | Scared to start medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg764z/scared_to_start_medication/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T13:06:27.000Z | rg738w | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Just got diagnosed and feeling a million emotions at once | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg738w/just_got_diagnosed_and_feeling_a_million_emotions/ |
crazykooko23 | I started on concerta 36mg about 3 weeks ago (1 week 18) I take a booster dose at around 2 of a 10mg immediate release. Things are great I feel great. I was on this in the past and forgot how helpful it was. However I've been having something that idk I'd its a side effect. I get muffled hearing and ringing. I also hav... | 2021-12-14T13:05:55.000Z | rg72wl | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Heyo guys I have some questions | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg72wl/heyo_guys_i_have_some_questions/ |
PsychologicalBuyer14 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T13:01:20.000Z | rg6zwg | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Heightened emotions on Ritalin | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6zwg/heightened_emotions_on_ritalin/ |
noudkme | I’m currently suspecting I have ADHD, but this question has made me wonder if it’s an actual symptom of ADHD or not.
Growing up, I’ve always struggled with staying focused. I would either spend 6-7 hours doing 1 week of homework or my hobbies in on go or procrastinate and feel incapable to get back to it the next day.... | 2021-12-14T12:59:39.000Z | rg6ykj | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Is it normal/common for people with ADHD to have their attention always in the extremes? (Like complete inattentive one time and hyper focused and attentive the next) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6ykj/is_it_normalcommon_for_people_with_adhd_to_have/ |
Jen_VYy | Last year i changed schools and started in a media course, it's a combined class with the art course and i've never met and had such accepting and incredible friends.
Before this i was very self conscious about myself, my ADHD made me seem like a "weird" and sometimes "creepy" person to many people, i didn't have many ... | 2021-12-14T12:58:01.000Z | rg6xkv | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I feel so incredibly lucky | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6xkv/i_feel_so_incredibly_lucky/ |
astraltoaster | Recently I’ve got diagnosed and finally my parents got their s**t together and recognised importance of taking meds and providing me help to deal with my ADHD (even though that happened only because of my little brother that also has ADHD). After last visit to my psychiatrist I finally got permission to take higher dos... | 2021-12-14T12:54:02.000Z | rg6v8m | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Sometimes I wonder how my life would go different if I was diagnosed earlier | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6v8m/sometimes_i_wonder_how_my_life_would_go_different/ |
TheRealGordonRamsay2 | Mine seem to have dropped near zero since the start of covid... I'm newly diagnosed with AHDH and probably an OCD and RSD , anyway, I was wondering what you guys libido looked like, in my teen years, from 13 to 21/22, I could just do that everyday, masturbating ang f* my gf. Now I don't even feel the need to masturbat... | 2021-12-14T12:53:13.000Z | rg6ur9 | 14 | 4 | ADHD | How's your libido ? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6ur9/hows_your_libido/ |
Faust_8 | As some background, I wasn’t diagnosed until earlier this year, at 34 years of age. Because it seems like the most troubling manifestation of my ADHD is that I don’t have any internal motivation to work on far-off future goals. If school or my job or whatever told me to do something, I did pretty ok, so no one suspecte... | 2021-12-14T12:52:50.000Z | rg6uid | 9 | 10 | ADHD | I don’t know if I need meds or a routine | 0.92 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6uid/i_dont_know_if_i_need_meds_or_a_routine/ |
parochialism101 | The story is straightforward. I started on ritalin LA 10 mg morning and another 10 mg at lunch time. It worked well but gave me a lot of anxiety and palpitations. My doctor switched me to elvanse 30mg one in the morning. It works way better in controlling my symptoms but after a few weeks it caused me sexual side effec... | 2021-12-14T12:49:42.000Z | rg6spy | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Been prescribed different stimulant classes with different effects. My doctor wants me to decide which suits me better but I do not know. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6spy/been_prescribed_different_stimulant_classes_with/ |
DangerNoodz | Sorry for format I’m on my phone.
TL;DR at end.
My (f23) bf (m26) has ADHD and regularly hyper-fixates on different things every few months (it was animal crossing, then pokemon, then he moved onto skateboarding etc etc.), I don’t mind this, it’s one of his little quirks and it’s actually pretty fun to try new thing... | 2021-12-14T12:49:40.000Z | rg6spg | 9 | 2 | ADHD | BF hyper-fixated on someone? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6spg/bf_hyperfixated_on_someone/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-14T12:43:19.000Z | rg6oyb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Sometimes i forget how incredibly lucky i am | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6oyb/sometimes_i_forget_how_incredibly_lucky_i_am/ |
PsychologicalBuyer14 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T12:42:40.000Z | rg6ol0 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone on Ritalin also experience heightened emotions? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6ol0/anyone_on_ritalin_also_experience_heightened/ |
hitmusicwithtc | I just started taking Adderall(feels like a godsend) and I was looking into keeping a journal so I can track my mood and other things. I just started using Bearable. I like I can the option to track my mood throughout the day, track when I took meds, sleep, and symptoms. I’m just wondering what other apps people use. | 2021-12-14T12:38:04.000Z | rg6lqi | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Looking for Mood/Journal App | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6lqi/looking_for_moodjournal_app/ |
CoastalFred | [removed] | 2021-12-14T12:37:19.000Z | rg6lak | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I submitted a paper with fucked scentences... again | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6lak/i_submitted_a_paper_with_fucked_scentences_again/ |
solenoid_pants | Honestly, amongst birthdays, weddings and even easter, Christmas has to be my number 1 most feared of the 'you need to buy gifts' holidays.
So much is expected of me to be successful in the purchase of material nonsense.
The people I love, who always hit the nail on the head with gifts for me, have been dropping hi... | 2021-12-14T12:34:35.000Z | rg6jpv | 9 | 9 | ADHD | I Hate Christmas (Rant) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6jpv/i_hate_christmas_rant/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-14T12:21:43.000Z | rg6c2h | 8 | 0 | ADHD | Do you take breaks every week? | 0.2 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6c2h/do_you_take_breaks_every_week/ |
Zekro | [removed] | 2021-12-14T12:21:20.000Z | rg6buo | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How to deal with reduced effectiveness of my meds? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg6buo/how_to_deal_with_reduced_effectiveness_of_my_meds/ |
ralphpi | Already started and discarded this many times.
Essentially what is in title. We live in the US. I was diagnosed as an adult.
Our little man is doing his best. We're proud of him. Given covid, school going remote, etc... I think he is doing great. It doesn't seem to be enough for the school.
I have had that hopelessness... | 2021-12-14T12:12:53.000Z | rg673p | 11 | 6 | ADHD | I have ADHD and suspect my son has it. He is 8 yo. I don't want to push towards a diagnosis and risk being misdiagnosed. I feel we're risking school "breaking" him. How to navigate this? | 0.87 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg673p/i_have_adhd_and_suspect_my_son_has_it_he_is_8_yo/ |
AlirezaNumber1 | I (19M) got diagnosed with ADHD 3 months ago and was on Strattera for 2 months but unfortunately it wasn’t working for me.
So my doctor said I should start a stimulant and he prescribed me Vyvanse 50mg. First of all, where I live it’s absolutely a hassle to get a stimulant,I had to go to a pharmacy which is heavily co... | 2021-12-14T12:12:01.000Z | rg66md | 5 | 1 | ADHD | I (19M) took my first dose of Vyvanse this morning, what should I expect? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg66md/i_19m_took_my_first_dose_of_vyvanse_this_morning/ |
Losspost | Hi.
When I was younger I was diagnosed with ADHD. I got Medikenet for a time but after having side effects it was stoped. Later on when I was older (21) I got tested again and the conclusion was that I (not anymore) have no ADHD. I am not so sure on the second diagnose by a different doctor because I contained a lot o... | 2021-12-14T12:10:22.000Z | rg65s4 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Should I get a diagnose or am I fine? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg65s4/should_i_get_a_diagnose_or_am_i_fine/ |
TmzuXBOX | I have been on Ritalin, Bupropion and at the moment I have been taking Dexedrine/Amfexa. None of them made me feel calm like everyone is describing here when they get medicated. It activates me to do things and it makes me more productive but I don't feel the inner calmness people describe here.
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I constantly... | 2021-12-14T12:07:36.000Z | rg649j | 5 | 1 | ADHD | I don't feel relaxed and calm on medication..? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg649j/i_dont_feel_relaxed_and_calm_on_medication/ |
strawberby4 | [removed] | 2021-12-14T12:04:20.000Z | rg62ev | 1 | 1 | ADHD | thank you for helping me understand my boyfriend better : ) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rg62ev/thank_you_for_helping_me_understand_my_boyfriend/ |
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