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[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T02:16:42.000Z | q2b0ln | 7 | 5 | ADHD | Is this how Ritalin feels and my expectations are just set too high? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2b0ln/is_this_how_ritalin_feels_and_my_expectations_are/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-06T02:15:01.000Z | q2azm4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Australia(Victoria) ADHD Medication Laws | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2azm4/australiavictoria_adhd_medication_laws/ |
butt_problems_adhd | Throwaway because it’s kinda personal lol, but I recently started medication (Dexamfetamine) and it’s been a lifesaver. However, a few weeks ago I started getting this bizarre side effect (about 1.5 months into using the medication). When the medication is active I get excessive sweating around bottom of my groin up and around my butt (and crack). And I don’t mean a little bit, it’s a huge amount, it can leave my underpants soaked, and I end up having to change them multiple times a day. For context I’m male and 24yo and I have never sweated this much before there. I also want to stress that I don’t get it anywhere else- armpits etc are fine. Just wondering if anyone else knows about this or has any solutions because it’s seriously brutal (just lucky I work from home at the moment) | 2021-10-06T02:13:33.000Z | q2ayqb | 3 | 4 | ADHD | Excessive butt sweat on medication? | 0.83 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2ayqb/excessive_butt_sweat_on_medication/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T02:12:15.000Z | q2ay0k | 5 | 1 | ADHD | recently prescribed ritalin, do the side effects go away? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2ay0k/recently_prescribed_ritalin_do_the_side_effects/ |
Op_2873 | Hey everyone, I’m currently on 54mg of concerta right now and was wondering if this happens to anyone else.
I usually take my med in the morning before breakfast. From around 8-12:30, I get everything done that i need to do and time flies by. After 1pm, I just feel like a zombie. I get super tired, anxious, and pretty negative. Since I play hockey in college, this affects me when I’m on the ice at night. The only way to not play through the down i get, is to take my Concerta an hour or so before my games.
Not sure if the crash I get is normal or just because my dosage is too high.
I have 5mg IR of Ritalin as well… so might be trying to take those instead for a few days to see how it feels. | 2021-10-06T02:12:08.000Z | q2axyh | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Dosage too high? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2axyh/dosage_too_high/ |
FatThor74 | [removed] | 2021-10-06T02:06:49.000Z | q2auyd | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Guide for a medication first timer | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2auyd/guide_for_a_medication_first_timer/ |
JDMiller95 | My entire life, my clothes have been the #1 thing I struggle to keep neat. When I kept things in drawers I ended up leaving the drawers open and piling things on top of them, so I switched to open-face cubes, and clothes ended up loosely-folded and falling out all over it. I also struggled to ever put away my laundry, and eventually determined that hanging it up would feel much easier than folding, so I did that for a good while, successfully.
Now, suddenly, *folding* feels so much easier than hanging things up… but I can’t figure out how to do that and have it *work*. If things are in a stack on top of each other I’m going to have to mess up the stack to get things out, and I can’t be trusted to put it back together again. Hanging things is the neatest option, but no longer feels viable to *do*. I can’t figure out anything else I can try and am feeling mighty defeated. How do y’all with similar issues store your clothes!?? | 2021-10-06T02:01:06.000Z | q2arh8 | 5 | 3 | ADHD | Looking for ADHD-friendly clothes storage solutions! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2arh8/looking_for_adhdfriendly_clothes_storage_solutions/ |
OLTRAS744 |
I have 2 questions but heres some background info
17 yr/ male
I was recently diagnosed with Anxiety/depresson and ADHD
I started Concerta yesterday and for the first time in forever I sat in my chair without complaint and caught up on all of my school work. I felt very different than normal but all of my thoughts were clear and very silent which was a nice change.
Although today was different I didnt really get to eat a whole lot before taking it. About a hr or 2 later I went to work (im a host but I do move around alot since my job cant have to many ppl on mid day) and I was doing really well little elevated heart rate but nothing rly bad. Then I felt hungry and sat down to eat.(this was about 4 hrs after I took the pill) I got up and my heart rate started to elevate and I started to feel a bit panicky. Through the next hour my heart rate was pretty high with 120 being the highest. I got off my shift and went home my blood pressure was 10 higher than average but it went down about 6-8 hrs in.
My question is if that is normal? I was planning on contacting my doctors office in the morning to be safe anyway but I was wondering if any else has experiened this.
The second question is when im on concerta even though its the second day there is a very different feeling than when im not on it. Its kinda hard to explain but its kinda like the difference between being high and being sober and I was wondering if it will feel normal after a while? I mainly just feel anxious at the thought of it never feeling normal to me. | 2021-10-06T01:57:41.000Z | q2apam | 6 | 2 | ADHD | The feeling of medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2apam/the_feeling_of_medication/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T01:51:05.000Z | q2alc5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Appointment Tomorrow | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2alc5/appointment_tomorrow/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T01:49:01.000Z | q2ak47 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | It’s hard to be productive pls read everyone | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2ak47/its_hard_to_be_productive_pls_read_everyone/ |
darkgreenlettuce | **Long text warning: TLDR at the bottom for the understandably bored, impatient souls! I've been there ;)**
I've had the best success with dexedrine for treating my ADHD. After trying absolutely *everything* under the sun, the dex has been best for my productivity, depression, anxiety, and fatigue.
My wonderful psych was able to work with me and fine tune the dosages and type. Adderall worked at first but shot my anxiety to the moon. Vyvanse wasnt covered. Ritalin had an unexpected paradoxal reaction and gave me brain fog/severe debilitating depression that took months to recover from after stopping.
The problem is when the dexedrine starts to wear off I get a sort of "rebound" of significantly worsened ADHD symptoms as it wears off in the evening. I'm on short acting dex at ten mg cause the lowest long acting dose kept me awake with insomnia.
I tried various blood pressure meds, (prazosin for example) but it only affected my body and didn't alleviate the mental effects. As a last resort we temporarily used GABAergic drugs to use in case it was unbearable or debilitating, but I couldn't stay on it for long as it's not meant for long term use.
I'm feeling very stuck and hopeless that I won't be able to take anything consistently that truly works for me..
I took the last remaining valium since my downswing tonight was bad enough that I couldnt do school work properly. I'm feeling back to stable and productive now. I know it won't last. But I don't have anything left and can't stick with using the benzos.
I feel like I'm on a mental rollercoaster where the "sweet spot" for my mental and productivity state lasts only a few hours before being rattled emotionally and mentally as my meds wear off at night... I want to know if anyone has had a similar dilemma as me, and how did you resolve it?
**TLDR what medications can be taken consistently for ADHD that don't have as harsh "swings" and anti anxiety drugs that function like GABAergics but can be taken daily long term? (Not blood pressure meds, more like mental effects). I'm wondering about meds that could be taken daily without having to do tolerance breaks or feel like I'm going through a mental wringer everyday.** | 2021-10-06T01:48:04.000Z | q2ajku | 5 | 3 | ADHD | Long Term Medications for stim meds wearing off in the evening (nightly downswings/anxiety)? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2ajku/long_term_medications_for_stim_meds_wearing_off/ |
throwaway8429739 | [removed] | 2021-10-06T01:43:38.000Z | q2agyt | 3 | 0 | ADHD | Quirks that could be related to ADHD? | 0.33 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2agyt/quirks_that_could_be_related_to_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-06T01:42:37.000Z | q2agel | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does this sound like adhd ? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2agel/does_this_sound_like_adhd/ |
[deleted] | I've been trying to clean my room for the past few *weeks*.
I don't know if this is just me or anyone else, but I cannot for the life of me clean my room. It seems like such a simple task right, but everytime I try to start I get distracted by this and that and oh my god I need to work on my homework and now I have to take out the trash and wait lemme go on my skateboard for 20min. I will pick up my clothes and take what's supposed to be a 10 min break, but turns into me watching some fuckin hour long true crime doc... I don't know what's wrong with me. And it's not like I *can't* do it, I've cleaned things for hours straight when I get into the "clean mode."
But the more I think about it, it's not just cleaning my room either, it's everything. It's staring at my assignments for an unreasonably long time and never actually getting anything done. I'll be working on problems and get distracted by youtube or browsers or the bathroom, or literally anything but my work. My math homework that's supposed to be an easy 30 min takes me 3 hours and I don't know why. Am I just stupid?
I constantly need to take breaks or waste time setting up my music just so I can focus. I can't even walk to class for 5min without listening to music. Even right now writing this, I am listening to background sound. I just get overwhelmed by things so easily. People don't understand why I have anxiety about something that's 4 hours away. To me, that's like all I can think about in the day. I think it goes back to me not being able to priotize things/work. I *know* what things are due tomorrow, yet I somehow get carried away spending 3 hours on that project that's due next week. Even though I've been *meaning* to do the other thing because I know it's important!
I'm sorry I'm just frustrated with myself... I'm not diagnosed with ADHD by any means, but i'm just wondering if this is normal to everyone else too? | 2021-10-06T01:41:08.000Z | q2afkn | 3 | 5 | ADHD | I can't fooking clean my rooooomm :( | 0.78 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2afkn/i_cant_fooking_clean_my_rooooomm/ |
justthekoufax | Long time lurker and first time poster. Was diagnosed ADHD in my teens and at the time (Mid 90s) prescribed Adderall (Amphetamine and Dextroamphetamine 10 mg) which helped some but I found it really opened the door to drug and alcohol consumption. It was the first time I felt high. I’ve looked for scholarly articles about medications as a gateway drug (but not found much) and wanted to see if anyone in this community had a similar experience. | 2021-10-06T01:35:21.000Z | q2aclc | 18 | 7 | ADHD | Medications and drug use | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2aclc/medications_and_drug_use/ |
PreservativeAloe | I’ve struggled for so long and have waited for forever for something to make sense. This diagnosis gave me that. I can finally ask for accommodations in school and can finally work towards the correct psych meds! But my brain is being so loud saying that it’s not true. Has anyone else ever experienced ADHD imposter syndrome???? I’m also diagnosed with OCD, EDNOS and Generalized anxiety disorder, but have never felt like I needed to question those... | 2021-10-06T01:31:49.000Z | q2aazy | 3 | 4 | ADHD | Diagnosed today as a 22(f). Still feeling invalid and like the psych will take it back?? | 0.83 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2aazy/diagnosed_today_as_a_22f_still_feeling_invalid/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-06T01:26:59.000Z | q2a8tf | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Ways to stim discretely at work? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2a8tf/ways_to_stim_discretely_at_work/ |
no-more-motivation | [removed] | 2021-10-06T01:24:46.000Z | q2a7so | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Trouble listening to people - 5 years now stuck in university | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2a7so/trouble_listening_to_people_5_years_now_stuck_in/ |
cleanblueair | [removed] | 2021-10-06T01:20:33.000Z | q2a5p7 | 0 | 2 | ADHD | If I was wealthy...ADHD might actually be a superpower and not cripplingly stressful | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2a5p7/if_i_was_wealthyadhd_might_actually_be_a/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-06T01:17:00.000Z | q2a3zh | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Inconsistent pill effects with IR meds? Safe way to make them more consistent. (No tolerance hacks/foods/supplements/potentiating involved) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2a3zh/inconsistent_pill_effects_with_ir_meds_safe_way/ |
DissociatedGenuis |
Ever since I was 4 years old, I was put on Ritalin while I was in school because of my persistent hyperactive behaviors, atleast that’s what I remember.
Have not been on the med for no longer than 2 weeks due to misunderstandings and complications with parent.
Since then, my knowledge and basic educational feats has been thwarted, and I am just now trying to catch up and relearn everything after rediscovering my condition an few months ago
Having been relying off caffine for a while now, subsequently realizing it’s not really as a substantial medicate as I thought.
I have been offered medicine recently, but have denied due to paranoia of not knowing what I was getting into.
Should I give medication a try?
Should I be worried about the criticism and stigma behind the process?
What should i expect from my first doses, and the short term/long term side effects? | 2021-10-06T01:15:28.000Z | q2a39s | 1 | 1 | ADHD | 18 yr old, undiagnosed adhd since I was 4 due to an naive parenthood, delayed in my whole education, and wondering if I should just try out meds. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2a39s/18_yr_old_undiagnosed_adhd_since_i_was_4_due_to/ |
SeaLaNator | I have ADHD and I keep doing the same mistakes over and over again, I tried to get a good night sleep until 11, I slept with my mom and my stepdad, we didn't know what the sleep issue was about until we knew it was linked to this, it's difficult to focus and when I focus on things I think are not worth my time the hours pass really slowly, I ignore those things I don't want to do or hear, it is involuntary, I try to stay focused and I always blurt out things in class and don't think before doing things. I joined here to get some advice, I don't care if my mom sees this, if she does, I'll take advantage of the moment and tell her about my concerns, at least It's better now, I love my mom for doing what she does for me every day, I want to know what you guys think :) | 2021-10-06T01:06:42.000Z | q29yur | 1 | 0 | ADHD | Can you guys help me to focus a little more? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29yur/can_you_guys_help_me_to_focus_a_little_more/ |
kaburger94 | For the past few days I feel like my medication hasn’t really been working and I’m in a fog/daze. I have felt super unfocused, periods of whole body anxiety, easily mentally overwhelmed by things as small as normal conversation, and that general groggy feeling you get after a nap that goes too long. Overall I’m frustrated about it and discouraged, but not sure why it’s happening or what I can do. Does anyone else get this sometimes? I am fearful of having to go through months of finding the right meds/med combo and not sure if it’s worth it.
For reference I’m a 27F who started on Adderall XR 1.5 months ago on 20 mg for 1 month. | 2021-10-06T01:06:26.000Z | q29yqd | 7 | 1 | ADHD | Frustrated and discouraged | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29yqd/frustrated_and_discouraged/ |
shithappens79 | I thought everything was going great at work, but thanks to my flawed brain or whatever i feel behind in life versus other people. Thanks to it, i feel like im going further away from my goals than i originally planned. I feel as though i do shit without taking careful consideration,i also say a bunch of unnecessary or inappropriate stuff without realizing it much later or after someone says something to me, i say i would do it but don't always folllow up, i forget a lot of stuff, the only thing organizes in my life is my hobbies, music playlist, and my room, otherwise my life is a mess. I always use my phone and music as a distraction from reality because a)i don't really have anyone to vent to completely. B) it distracts me from my negative thoughts. C) these both are just short-term solutions, not permanent. And i remember talking with my doctor about me possibly having ADD because it's always been like this, as a result i always feel embarrassed, annoyed, angry, or shy. But i don't want to take medication because of the side effects. So maybe therapy will help. Any thoughts on this? | 2021-10-06T01:05:01.000Z | q29xxr | 3 | 21 | ADHD | I feel like ADD/ADHD causes people to lose trust in you, less respect, and treat you like a kid. Also, lots of communication problems. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29xxr/i_feel_like_addadhd_causes_people_to_lose_trust/ |
introspectivelizard | anyone else here diagnosed with bipolar 2 but upon reading more into it think their “hypo manic” symptoms may just be adhd? ive never truly had any kind of manic or hypo manic episode but do have running thoughts. but it’s just always like that. I pick up new hobbies but drop them when i’m bored, not because I had an episode and became exhausted. so my question is how should I talk to a psychologist about this? i’m already hesitant to open up to psychiatrists bc in the past they totally dismiss me bc of my bipolar diagnosis (idk if they just think i’m having an episode even though I always have very logical and thought through responses to things). side note: ive always done well in school but I credit that to above average intelligence & the mental anguish of getting tasks done is almost unbearable. | 2021-10-06T00:58:31.000Z | q29tsp | 4 | 4 | ADHD | misdiagnosed bipolar 2, possible adhd | 0.83 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29tsp/misdiagnosed_bipolar_2_possible_adhd/ |
depr3ssionh00die | i (19F) have heard people say that taking a day off their meds (i’m currently on 33mg of ritalin XR daily, started at 27mg) can feel refreshing and stuff, but when i either try to take a day off or forget to take them, i can’t do anything. i feel like absolute dog shit and my brain fog from before i was medicated comes back, like today i sat on my floor to unpack stuff from a trip i took this weekend, and a bucket i have on top of my trash can fell on me, and i lost it and just started crying. i wish i was able to take a day or two off, i hate that i need to take them even on the weekends to function. does anyone else have the issue that when they don’t take their meds they feel like a wreck/or just like shit? | 2021-10-06T00:57:19.000Z | q29t2s | 8 | 6 | ADHD | taking days off my meds makes me so dysfunctional i can barely leave my apartment | 0.88 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29t2s/taking_days_off_my_meds_makes_me_so_dysfunctional/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-06T00:52:26.000Z | q29q1f | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Help. Anyone else? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29q1f/help_anyone_else/ |
Avogadros_nerd | TL;DR: I (25 amab, enby) want a vasectomy because I feel I wouldn’t be the parent I’d want to be and would not want my offspring to experience the difficulties I’ve encountered in dealing with ADHD, depression, and anxiety. Curious to know if anyone has felt similarly.
Hey ya’ll, so today I (25 amab, enby) met with my GP to for my annual check up. When we got to the part where he asked if I had any questions I asked if he could refer me to a urologist to discuss getting a vasectomy. Somewhat flabbergasted by my request, he gave me the whole spiel about how I’m still really young and while a vasectomy can be reversed there can always be unpredicted complications blah, blah, blah…
For a long time I’ve felt like I wouldn’t have the patience or be tactful enough to be a parent and have often pondered sterilization. It’s now been two years since I was diagnosed with clinical depression, ADHD, and general anxiety disorder and I can’t help but feel as though the slew of mental health disorders I deal with are significant contributors and/or explain the mindset I have towards parenthood. Additionally, while thinking about my development and the trials and tribulations I have encountered (educationally, emotionally, etc.) throughout my life (in relation to my illnesses) I would not want a child of mine, of anyone for that matter, to have to navigate a world that is more often than not, exclusionary/not intended for people like me/us.
Has anyone else felt similarly? Also, parents of children with adhd or diagnosed with adhd what has your experience been like navigating this space? | 2021-10-06T00:48:31.000Z | q29nnd | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD/depression/anxiety and parenthood | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29nnd/adhddepressionanxiety_and_parenthood/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T00:45:51.000Z | q29m1s | 2 | 0 | ADHD | Diagnosed later in life | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29m1s/diagnosed_later_in_life/ |
arizzelx | [removed] | 2021-10-06T00:44:34.000Z | q29lal | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Have you tried atomoxetine? Did it work for you? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29lal/have_you_tried_atomoxetine_did_it_work_for_you/ |
Aggravating-Tomato80 | I read somewhere that 20% of people with ADHD also have dyscalculia. I know for a fact I have it, although I never went through my school to have it labeled as a learning disability for me because my parents just thought I was dumb. (Fun times) so I’ve never known if help was available.
Would it benefit me now as an adult wanting to go back to college to get tested for dyscalculia? Is there accommodations for it? Or is it just a “that sucks” kind of thing?
Side note: if anyone would also like to share any adhd accommodations in general they received in school I’d love to hear about those as well! I’m clueless! | 2021-10-06T00:43:16.000Z | q29kiv | 7 | 9 | ADHD | Dyscalculia? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29kiv/dyscalculia/ |
QuirkyBrainTumor | [removed] | 2021-10-06T00:41:41.000Z | q29jo8 | 6 | 3 | ADHD | I feel littarly r3tart3d, man I hope I'm not alone in this. | 0.71 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29jo8/i_feel_littarly_r3tart3d_man_i_hope_im_not_alone/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T00:36:11.000Z | q29gh0 | 5 | 30 | ADHD | I can’t do homework without having some type of meltdown | 0.93 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29gh0/i_cant_do_homework_without_having_some_type_of/ |
Trsddppy | You know how we often find ourselves wanting to talk about something a conversation reminded us of even though our tangent isn't really related? Call your tangent a semi sequitur!
Sequitur is a noun meaning "something that logically follows what came before it." And while this term is largely used in debate discussions, it can reasonably be used to describe other things that logically follow the things before it. Sequitur is also often used in the term Non sequitur, meaning "something that does no follow what came before it"
Well who is to say that we cant coin a new variation as shorthand for our tangents that are vaguely connected. And why should we do this? Because saying "oh that reminds me of something that's not really related but kinda is" takes too long and is too apologetic. I present to you:
Semi sequitur- noun, something that follows an aspect of what preceded it. Often used to describe tangential conversation.
Example: I have a semi sequitur to that story! | 2021-10-06T00:34:30.000Z | q29ffn | 1 | 9 | ADHD | Semi Sequitur, the term for your tangents! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29ffn/semi_sequitur_the_term_for_your_tangents/ |
Ok_Independence825 | Im 16 years old, male, 5’6, about 130 pounds, black, this have been going on for about 3 weeks, last time i drank was in argust used to smoke but stopped months ago. Was prescribed prednisone for about 3 about days the beginning of September. I have no diagnosis and don’t take any meds.
One day out of no where i started having heart palpitations for days then i went to the hospital because it wouldn’t stop then got prescribed prednisone because they thought it was asthma but it wasnt. Then like days later thats when i started experiencing all of these symptoms but also the medicine didn’t help so i went again and doctors think it might be something wrong with my heart so they are looking into that. The first thing i started experiencing was insomnia I literally stayed up for 2 days and couldn’t sleep i dont know why and i was also experiencing dizziness/lightheadness with blurry vision for like a week and still having heart palpitations. Then i started having head aches. I started getting more sleep but when i do i would wake up in the middle of the night and not be able to go back to sleep. Then this is when i started being in my head a lot overthinking a lot more, not being able to sleep and if i do i jump out my sleep. I then started feeling disconnected and zoning out a lot and feeling completely off but i feel better when I’m acting doing things like working i think because it keep me out my head. This is when i started searching up symptoms a lot thinking something is wrong with me which obviously didn’t help and just made things work just gave me more anxiety. Eventually i started taking melatonin which helped me sleep but i still didn’t feel rested. I got kind of better recently but i still kind of feel the same .. feel like im losing my mind honestly
These are my symptoms that bother me the most
Zoning out
Having racing/ruminating thoughts/overthinking
Headaches/tension headaches
Neck pain
Kind of feeling disconnected/ungrounded/and off
Anxiety like symptoms
Searching up symptoms 24/7
Fast heart rate/Palpitations start breathing in and out hard feels like im having a heart attack.
Wake up in the middle of night out of sleep
hypognic jerks when falling asleep sometimes
Trouble concentrating
Rocking back and forth like off balance
Feeling stressed and anxious for no reason
Feeling jumpy
Feeling more tired then usual
Ringing ears
Twitch ? Kind of | 2021-10-06T00:30:55.000Z | q29d8m | 5 | 2 | ADHD | Please read and help. Adhd/anxiety? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29d8m/please_read_and_help_adhdanxiety/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T00:26:12.000Z | q29aif | 1 | 1 | ADHD | The Doctor's | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29aif/the_doctors/ |
Secret_Ad7004 | Does anyone else listen to certain songs so many times that they start sounding offbeat? This has been happening to me my whole life with music. I get hyperfixated on a song because it fits my mood at the moment. So I listen to it over and over, knowing the inevitable is coming. The words and beat start sounding off by the smallest amount but its just enough to ruin my favorite tunes. I have to force myself to take breaks from songs because of this which is probably a good thing but still frustrating. Some songs never go back to sounding right. It's the weirdest little thing but I can't be the only one? Also, if you happen to have some good songs to share please send them my way. I like all genres except I'm not big on country. | 2021-10-06T00:20:35.000Z | q29782 | 9 | 27 | ADHD | Adhd and Music | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q29782/adhd_and_music/ |
yoyo2767 | Hi all,
I’m beginning to believe my BF (26M) of 3 years has ADHD. Reasons I believe he does:
Leaving piles of clothes all over our apartment or literally taking a piece of clothing off and leaving it in the middle of the room
Leaving dishes in the sink over night or partially completed for days
Trouble listening/staying focused when I’m talking about something
Easily distracted by others. ex: in restaurants he often will focus on something going on behind me. It could be even the most subtle thing like two peoples body language towards each other. He will just watch and I have to get him back into the conversation we were having.
Also easily distracted while driving. Sometimes it feels unsafe to drive with him cause he’s looking at other things outside
Trouble completing tasks on time
Easily forgetting dates or due dates when he was in college
These are just some of the things. And I am not sure how to approach this topic with him. I want him to speak with a doctor about it but I don’t think he really cares to get any help in general. I really think this has been a huge strain on our relationship. I have anxiety disorder so it’s very hard on me when he has these behaviors.
Would love to have some insight on how I can approach this topic. I can’t even get him to make doctors or dentist appts already.
Thank you | 2021-10-06T00:20:31.000Z | q2976j | 5 | 3 | ADHD | Does my BF have adhd? I can’t seem to get him to take it seriously and look into speaking with a doctor about it | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2976j/does_my_bf_have_adhd_i_cant_seem_to_get_him_to/ |
ArthurDent_XLII | My medical records have been lost in my home state and my current physiatrist what’s to know what I was on as a child. I have vivid memories of the capsule because I NEEDED to take it every day or my day would be shit. The capsule would open and it would be full of black and orange dots. Sorry if this question is inappropriate. | 2021-10-06T00:19:07.000Z | q296ci | 3 | 3 | ADHD | Long shot question: what adhd medication was in a red and orange capsule in the 90’s | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q296ci/long_shot_question_what_adhd_medication_was_in_a/ |
fignewtoningitout | Not sure if this is mostly relatable to the "late diagnosed" or if it is widely applicable, but I will say it certainly explains my eating habits growing up. I find myself feeling like "I'm falling in love all over again" with food every time I take a tolerance break from my meds.
I want to eat EVERYTHING and am much more inclined to want extremes of flavors, particularly sweet or spicy. Sitting here drinking a concoction of grape, blue razz, and green apple slushie after a red bull, celsius, blueberry scone, pizza dipped in jalapeno ranch, poke with lots of spicy and pickled add ons and have been putting hot sauce on everything and wanting to wash down everything with anything bright and fruity. But when I am regular med regimen I avoid too much spicy and one soda is even too much for me. It feels like a love affair that starts off sparkly and fun but eventually catches up to me in the form of acne and lovehandles... s/ LOL
I guess I don't have much of a point here, kind of just needed to almost do a "Dear diary..." of my feelings surrounding this "love affair" and maybe some people can relate! Cause something else that I have found through this is it kind of **really** explaining my relationship with food throughout my life leading up to getting medicated.
I was *that friend* (or coworker, person, whatever) just always wanting to get food, always going for a snack, always up for trying new foods, and have just always found so much joy in eating, especially eating new and/or unique flavors. I would really eat out of boredom, but thankfully my parents have always pushed me to be active and showed me that although junk foods are ok in moderation, there is plenty of nutritional foods that can offer variety and excitement
(something I also found out all over again with getting an air fryer, side note: **if you haven't already gotten an air fryer, GET ONE, it is VERY ADHD friendly**, quick, little prep, little to no clean up, and really just sparks variety and excitement in foods you never thought of being comforting or exciting -- I stuffed mozz sticks in bell peppers sprinkled with garlic salt ya'll!!-- ... I got the NINJA with two baskets and multi functions so I can fry, roast, broil, bake, reheat and dehydrate all from ONE machine that I barely even clean and mostly just have to wipe and/or throw out foil after use)
and physical activity was also a good supplement for dopamine so I have fortunately been fairly healthy. But uh, kind of lost track of my point again, but yeah, random thoughts/revelations i guess?! | 2021-10-06T00:15:57.000Z | q294ij | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Falling in love with food all over again during each tolerance break -- *side note to get an air fryer if you haven't already and struggle eating healthy/not getting takeout* | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q294ij/falling_in_love_with_food_all_over_again_during/ |
blueblink77 | First of all, I’m gonna apologize that my English isn’t the greatest as it is not my first language, so please bear with me.
My daughter saw a psychiatrist last month, that was her first visit to that said doctor. Her appointment went well, at the end of it, the doctor told me and my husband that she may be showing some signs of ADHD but couldn’t really fully diagnose her as he would also want the feedback from her teacher at school.
Fast forward a month after, her skills checklist from school arrived and most of the things that she need more experience are
*keeping her personal belongings organized
*keeping hands, feet and personal belongings to herself.
Other things she needs some assistance are
*actively listens to teacher or peer talking
*stays on task (can be very chatty)
*completes work in a timely manner ( sometimes chattiness gets in the way)
I have contacted the doctor that we met a month ago to give him her teacher’s feedback and hopefully go from there.
I guess my question is, basing on what I just shared, does she seems like she have an ADHD or that’s just how kids acts these days?
She’s my eldest so I’m really at lost. I hope some people here can share their experience as well.
Thank you!!! | 2021-10-06T00:15:47.000Z | q294fm | 8 | 1 | ADHD | Daughter (6 yo) may have an ADHD. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q294fm/daughter_6_yo_may_have_an_adhd/ |
ArthurDent_XLII | [removed] | 2021-10-06T00:15:13.000Z | q2942a | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Long shot question: what adhd medication was in a red and orange capsule in the 90’s | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2942a/long_shot_question_what_adhd_medication_was_in_a/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T00:13:57.000Z | q293c3 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | How to approach my GP about switching medications? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q293c3/how_to_approach_my_gp_about_switching_medications/ |
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BoringPhilosopher1 | Started Vyvanse 20mg today and just hyper focused on reddit and news articles for the last hour - now I feel the most relaxed I have in a long time. Why?
When I stop reading articles the racing thoughts come back, even watching tv isn’t calming or engaging enough to stop my mind racing.
As I increase my dose will I notice that I’m able to hyper focus or stop those racing thoughts doing less engaging tasks? Whether that’s watching tv or doing something even less engaging? | 2021-10-06T00:11:32.000Z | q291xu | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Should I increase my Vyvanse dose? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q291xu/should_i_increase_my_vyvanse_dose/ |
Babyp0tato | [removed] | 2021-10-06T00:07:41.000Z | q28zk3 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Not sure if I have ADHD or something else? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28zk3/not_sure_if_i_have_adhd_or_something_else/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-06T00:07:30.000Z | q28zfy | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Recirculating Negative Reinforcement | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28zfy/recirculating_negative_reinforcement/ |
Voxmanns | Does anyone else find it excruciatingly difficult to convey ideas to people?
I'm sure this is not exclusive to ADHD but I feel it is exaggerated by the condition quite a bit. I could be in a meeting or doing my thing and have an idea that I feel is really good. Enter the hyperfocus period where I'll research the every loving hell out of that idea and quickly gather it all together, make my tweaks, etc.
But when it comes time to expressing the ideas it's so hard not to get ahead of myself. That one idea leads into several other potential options in the future that I also want to explore and before I know it my idea for something as simple as "Let's incorporate a checklist here" turns into "And in 5 years we'll be able to rename Greece after Cronus whom, as per slide 7, is the obvious true ruler of Greek Mythology".
I've gotten a bit better by focusing only on what would happen initially and catching myself when I am going down that path of thinking with "I'm sorry, I'm getting ahead of myself." Just curious to learn if others feel the same or have any other pointers around this particular issue. | 2021-10-06T00:04:27.000Z | q28xia | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Expressing Ideas | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28xia/expressing_ideas/ |
gumbyshu | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:54:22.000Z | q28qxs | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anybody else fall asleep to books when they are nonfiction? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28qxs/anybody_else_fall_asleep_to_books_when_they_are/ |
jodijolean | I have been realizing that my anxiety is less just anxiety and brought on by adhd? Is it common or does anyone else feel like the get frustrated with an action of their friends or family and when you broach the subject.. they ask you for examples and you like can’t think I just have the feelings toward the actions that keep coming up it’s like I forgot the instance I felt that way and can only remember how I feel even if it happened yesterday. I was wondering if this is an adhd or just me. | 2021-10-05T23:48:59.000Z | q28nqa | 4 | 16 | ADHD | Only remembering feelings and not examples | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28nqa/only_remembering_feelings_and_not_examples/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T23:48:29.000Z | q28nem | 5 | 5 | ADHD | Diagnosed with ADHD at age 21 | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28nem/diagnosed_with_adhd_at_age_21/ |
FasteningSmiles97 | I’m undiagnosed AD/HD but in the process of being evaluated. I need some advice desperately. Due to some very stressful times right now, I am experiencing some days where I am absolutely paralyzed from doing anything productive and instead feel my arms and legs burning on the inside and that I just have to “do” something.
It’s very debilitating and making the stressful situations worse. I need some skills to try to practice when it happens to try to get some semblance of normality back enough to continue to do what I need to.
Side note: The issues are marital relationship issues and we’re going to try to work on those with a professional as well although we just started the first visit today. | 2021-10-05T23:47:48.000Z | q28mz9 | 1 | 6 | ADHD | Asking for skills to help manage when feelings are overpowering | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28mz9/asking_for_skills_to_help_manage_when_feelings/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:47:08.000Z | q28mlb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Not sure if I have ADHD or just tics | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28mlb/not_sure_if_i_have_adhd_or_just_tics/ |
Creelfo | Since I got diagnosed with ADHD about 2 years ago I have never once tried medication. I'm going to try it out soon if the doctor recommends it. But I wanted to know if there was anything I should know before trying to take them. I wanted to know from people with possible experience with ADHD before. If there is anything I should watch out or I should know please let me know in a comment. | 2021-10-05T23:45:43.000Z | q28lpu | 4 | 2 | ADHD | What are some side effects of ADHD meds? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28lpu/what_are_some_side_effects_of_adhd_meds/ |
misamisa3 | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:43:09.000Z | q28k5y | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ritalin may be the love of my life | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28k5y/ritalin_may_be_the_love_of_my_life/ |
one_bit_dev | Hi, during this pandemics, my company tried a new kind of process in which we are required to be in a meeting all day discussing a project. After a week I found out that I can't stand them literally, my teammates look stressed yes but not as "done" as me. I found that a meeting longer than 2 hours is unbearable for me.
I really have strong reactions like feeling desperation and I feel like screaming and throwing things. I have tried walking around each 1hr at least 5 min but with no much luck.
Have you feel the same? what are your techniques to navigate trough long meetings? | 2021-10-05T23:40:36.000Z | q28inm | 6 | 3 | ADHD | Meetings are a unbearable | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28inm/meetings_are_a_unbearable/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:39:59.000Z | q28i9n | 1 | 1 | ADHD | what to do if my parents lied about my "experiences"? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28i9n/what_to_do_if_my_parents_lied_about_my_experiences/ |
1602721971 | wanted to skip ahead to the "do I have ADHD" specialized doctors. But I talked to a helpdesk nurse, who suggested going to a PCP to run a blood test.
Any advice is appreciated. I've been putting this off for years, and I need to get ahold of the wheel again. I'm really just unsure what direction to take. For the love of God, someone help me.
I've been doing research for months and months and months, and finally realized that I need to seek help, because I'm running in circles. I just need to pick a good plan and stick with it. | 2021-10-05T23:38:13.000Z | q28h5l | 9 | 3 | ADHD | Do I really need to go to a PCP first? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28h5l/do_i_really_need_to_go_to_a_pcp_first/ |
ilovesummermost | Looking for advice from someone who may have experience with this.
I have been diagnosed with ADHD for many years now. As my life has changed over time, so has what I need from medication. Because of this I have at one time used many of the common medications, and I have found what works really well for me.
I take 20mg, instant release (short acting) adderall twice daily.
I really enjoy the short acting option because when I take it I am not committing to a whole day of its effects. Just 6 hours. If I want to veg on the couch after work, I take it in the morning and skip it in the evening. If I have errands I need to do I have the option to take another dose.
Recently I started grad school, and my schedule has changed again. I am now up at 6am each weekday, in class from 8-5, and then expected to do homework ~4 hours each night.
I have tried different ways to split my doses and make it work, but I am finding that I am not able to accomplish everything I need to each day.
Ideally, I would like to ask my doctor to change my prescription to 3x/day but I’m not sure how to best do that or if it’s possible.
I don’t want to come across like I am now in grad school, addicted, and needing more.
How do I best ask my doctor about this?
To vocalize my thoughts/concerns to my doctor, propose my desired solution, and not sound like a young adult drug seeker.
Not to mention my only mode of communication with him now is via “patient portal” aka an email.
Any tips? Anybody done this before? Experiences of what went well?
Thanks in advance! | 2021-10-05T23:37:48.000Z | q28gw7 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Communication with Prescriber tips | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28gw7/communication_with_prescriber_tips/ |
seastatues | Like drip coffee vs cold brew, matcha, or energy drinks? They all hit differently.
Drip coffee puts me on my ass so fast and hits the "dirtiest". Feels great for 20 minutes. Then it really messes me up. I get so tired and irritated. What do I do, drink more and feel worse? It's like trying to drive a long haul truck on buggy wheels. Can anyone relate to this?
Energy drinks or cold brew, sometimes green tea, can be "cleaner" and more helpful, but I find myself getting side tracked to be a more lengthy experience... Nothing makes me more sedentary and spacey than caffeine and no plan.
I also find that when I develop a tolerance to caffeine it stops giving me any of the desired effects. | 2021-10-05T23:32:34.000Z | q28dqt | 2 | 4 | ADHD | Do different forms of caffeine affect you differently? | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28dqt/do_different_forms_of_caffeine_affect_you/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T23:31:14.000Z | q28cy9 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Anyone don’t know if they have ADHD or not? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28cy9/anyone_dont_know_if_they_have_adhd_or_not/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T23:29:34.000Z | q28bvr | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Do I really need to go to a PCP first? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28bvr/do_i_really_need_to_go_to_a_pcp_first/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:27:09.000Z | q28af5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Do I really need to do a PCP visit first? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28af5/do_i_really_need_to_do_a_pcp_visit_first/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:26:27.000Z | q28a18 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Wasted away, again, in fucking relapseville. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28a18/wasted_away_again_in_fucking_relapseville/ |
sthack99 | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:25:52.000Z | q289pg | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Now that Qelbree has been out for a bit, does anyone have any thoughts? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q289pg/now_that_qelbree_has_been_out_for_a_bit_does/ |
embodimentofselfhate | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:25:43.000Z | q289lo | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Just got diagnosed, need info about Ritalin | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q289lo/just_got_diagnosed_need_info_about_ritalin/ |
Cheshire_Jester27 | I literally pace around my entire house and have arguments or full length conversations with people who are in my head. Sometimes I go too far and bring up traumatic experience in these conversations and end up causing myself a panic attack. I feel like I'm preparing for a future conversation that will never happen. I told my therapist that I've had full conversations while staring at my reflection in a mirror or a window(I feel bad for the poor people on the other side just watching my crazy ass) and she said "wow, that's not normal". I was wondering if this is an ADHD thing cause I also have Asperger's and general anxiety. Do you guys have any experience like this too that you would like to share?
Edit title: Do you guys also have wild conversations with yourself? (autocorrect😅) | 2021-10-05T23:25:32.000Z | q289if | 14 | 8 | ADHD | Do you guys also have while conversations with yourself? | 0.91 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q289if/do_you_guys_also_have_while_conversations_with/ |
Th_e_Duke | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:23:51.000Z | q288j2 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | When you have to sit down and stay still, do you sometimes feel a squeezing pain in your chest? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q288j2/when_you_have_to_sit_down_and_stay_still_do_you/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T23:18:23.000Z | q28554 | 5 | 6 | ADHD | Why is it so hard to get help with mental health? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q28554/why_is_it_so_hard_to_get_help_with_mental_health/ |
Procedure_Awkward | (F16) for as long as I can remember ive displayed very obvious signs of adhd, I found out what adhd was in the 6th grade during health, i told my mom repeatedly i need to get a diagnosis. She dismissed me for 3 years. I am finally about to see a psychiatrist and am now thinking. What if my mom is right, what if i am just lazy or am dumb. If i get this diagnosis back negative my mom will use it against me forever. what do i do | 2021-10-05T23:17:52.000Z | q284sg | 3 | 5 | ADHD | About to start getting tested for ADHD and now im not so sure | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q284sg/about_to_start_getting_tested_for_adhd_and_now_im/ |
rararsapuYEET | Sometimes I feel like I act differently around different people. This isn't something I consciously do, so I have no idea how to change it.
My meds have started killing my appetite for the first time in a while, and I'm also starting to feel a "fogginess" when they wear off for the first time since last year-ish.
I don't know what to do anymore. | 2021-10-05T23:16:43.000Z | q2842p | 6 | 2 | ADHD | Struggling | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2842p/struggling/ |
sthack99 | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:16:41.000Z | q2841l | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Now that Qelbree has been out for a bit, does anyone have thoughts on it? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2841l/now_that_qelbree_has_been_out_for_a_bit_does/ |
Procedure_Awkward | [removed] | 2021-10-05T23:12:20.000Z | q281dl | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Can people spam this telling me to clean my room please | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q281dl/can_people_spam_this_telling_me_to_clean_my_room/ |
Zeiphher | Tldr at bottom.
I(28M) have been diagnosed ADHD since I was 5. Well at 18 I decided to stop taking meds and have been flat out refusing to seek professional help for a literal decade.
I'm starting to mentally unravel and I can see the toll it's putting on my family/own mental wellbeing and I've been making calls just about every chance I get (in fire academy so can only access phone for a few minutes every few hours) for the last 2 weeks, because the office I went to as a kid is known for never answering calls and the other clinics near me are refusing to accept new patients.
Today, I hit a record low after making a 95 on a test. I'm aware that 95 is a good grade but I was confident I did perfect and small things have just been setting me off lately.
We took a break and I gave the office a call and surprisingly they answered! I'm just waiting for the followup call to schedule my actual appointment.
Tldr: called and made an appointment to treat my adhd *insert confetti* | 2021-10-05T23:11:14.000Z | q280o7 | 1 | 4 | ADHD | I FINALLY TALKED TO A PSYCHIATRIST OFFICE!!! | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q280o7/i_finally_talked_to_a_psychiatrist_office/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T23:03:16.000Z | q27vj0 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Need advice on talking with doctor to get re-subscribed medication that had been unprescribed | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27vj0/need_advice_on_talking_with_doctor_to_get/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T23:00:24.000Z | q27tp7 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | My Fitbit can’t track my naps since I started Adderall | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27tp7/my_fitbit_cant_track_my_naps_since_i_started/ |
drewwfuss | I hate how quickly things leave my brain. I could be mid sentence and I'm already forgetting what the fuck I'm saying. When someone asks me to repeat myself, half the time I can't because I've already forgotten.
Just today I shared something with my coworker. Around noon. 7 hours passed and she texted me about it and I almost asked her wtf she was talking about. Thankfully I remembered and didn't.
Spared myself looking like an idiot this time, wish I could do it all the other times as well...stupid brain. | 2021-10-05T22:54:41.000Z | q27prl | 23 | 63 | ADHD | Please tell me I'm not the only one... | 0.97 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27prl/please_tell_me_im_not_the_only_one/ |
Terra246 | Hello, I of course have adhd. Recently with a new stressful job, my anxiety has gone up. I’m seeing people for that and that’s not why I’m here. I notice that my go tos for when I’m anxious, anime, YouTube and games haven’t been giving me the same level of satisfaction that they use to. I constantly feel “burned out” on games and watch more than one anime at a time to keep things “fresh”. I have wanted to find new hobbies for awhile, but I’m not sure where to start. I was wondering if anyone here could give me some suggestions for what hobbies really help them out during hard times? | 2021-10-05T22:52:58.000Z | q27on8 | 15 | 5 | ADHD | Hobbies for people with adhd | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27on8/hobbies_for_people_with_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T22:50:16.000Z | q27mz4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I wish I could apologize to my previous employers for my mistakes | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27mz4/i_wish_i_could_apologize_to_my_previous_employers/ |
watdiswhodat | I consider myself to be highly sensitive emotionally and socially. I would like to know how others have managed their emotionality without it severely disrupting their lives?
I don't want to scapegoat this trait as something that is largely responsible for the difficulties in my life. It can definitely be taxing, I hope to assuage it so I don't become overwhelmed and can function better without being all too hindered. | 2021-10-05T22:49:37.000Z | q27mjj | 3 | 1 | ADHD | How to cope with rejection sensitivity/emotional dysregulation? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27mjj/how_to_cope_with_rejection_sensitivityemotional/ |
LemonLemons1234 | [removed] | 2021-10-05T22:48:28.000Z | q27lrr | 1 | 1 | ADHD | FocalinXR wearing off too soon | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27lrr/focalinxr_wearing_off_too_soon/ |
destina55 | I just got the best metaphor for my constant situation.
I feel like I'm living under the water, under the ocean.
Everyday struggling to walk through or getting things done.
My brain is foggy, I try not to sleep.
Exhausted all the time.
I only remember to swin to the surface, when I can experience something new.
But getting through everyday life or getting things done is like pushing the water pressure aside with all my energy. | 2021-10-05T22:44:23.000Z | q27j0e | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Is this from ADHD or Depression | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27j0e/is_this_from_adhd_or_depression/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T22:42:34.000Z | q27hs7 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | New to medication, throwing up after certain foods? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27hs7/new_to_medication_throwing_up_after_certain_foods/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T22:39:19.000Z | q27fm3 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How to cope with rejection sensitivity/emotional dysregulation? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27fm3/how_to_cope_with_rejection_sensitivityemotional/ |
Zealousideal-Mail-65 | Does anyone else have severe anxiety? Like borderline crippling? I’m talking 24/7 worried about something, brain never shuts off, replaying situations that were insignificant and happened 8 years ago but ya know, you just lie awake thinking about how you messed it up. Because same. The joke is that I was born anxious and I think that’s true. I worry a lot about not being good enough or doing it wrong so then I don’t want to do it at all. Then I feel like crap for not doing it. And I just spiral. I don’t like large crowds, I don’t even like the grocery store. It’s too much for me. Sometimes my own kids make me anxious, I adore them don’t get me wrong, but when they both start crying and I can’t immediately fix it I start to get really overwhelmed. I internalize my anxiety so I don’t outwardly have panic attacks but inside my heart is pounding and I’m sweating and I can’t relax. Is there a fix for this? Am I the only anxious weirdo? | 2021-10-05T22:38:49.000Z | q27f9z | 22 | 95 | ADHD | Severe anxiety and ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27f9z/severe_anxiety_and_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T22:38:06.000Z | q27etb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Started Vyvanse 20mg today and just hyper focused on reddit and news articles for the last hour - now I feel the most relaxed I have in a long time. Why? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27etb/started_vyvanse_20mg_today_and_just_hyper_focused/ |
No-Possibility7050 | I take 10 mg of Ritalin twice a day. I feel a lot of muscle tension in the spine, does this cause a lot of pain if I sit for more than an hour?
Now I feel stiff in the face!
I have had insomnia for a few years and it got worse with this medication! I have to take Zolpidem in order to get a reasonably peaceful night of sleep! | 2021-10-05T22:36:03.000Z | q27dhm | 3 | 1 | ADHD | I would like to know if this effect is common? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27dhm/i_would_like_to_know_if_this_effect_is_common/ |
jssca13 | Anyone here take the CNS Vital Signs remote assessment? My therapist of nearly a decade diagnosed me with inattentive type some years ago, but I need a diagnosis by a psychiatrist to get meds. The nurse practitioner at the psychiatrist office had me take this $200 remote test to avoid the long waitlist for a full psychological work up. The test consisted of short games with word/visual recall, finger tapping, and continuous attention (tap the space bar every time you see a certain letter flash on screen) As a high-achieving woman who has been undiagnosed for decades, I have developed many workarounds and masks, I’m great at test taking, and a wiz at video games. Needless to say, I failed to score low enough to qualify for meds. The nurse tried to prescribe me an anti-depressant! I’m not depressed! She tried to say it may stem from anxiety. Ok, but my THERAPIST FOR NEARLY A DECADE SAYSIT IS ADHD! Supremely disappointed that one 25-minute game somehow makes me ineligible for meds. Anyone experience this type of assessment and have it backfire? | 2021-10-05T22:35:34.000Z | q27d5c | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Remote assessment fail | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27d5c/remote_assessment_fail/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T22:35:07.000Z | q27cuf | 2 | 2 | ADHD | My therapist has suggested that I have untreated adult ADHD, would really appreciate your guys input on whether or not I should spend money trying to be treated for it. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q27cuf/my_therapist_has_suggested_that_i_have_untreated/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T22:29:59.000Z | q279fb | 2 | 1 | ADHD | I think my adhd is getting me into trouble at work help | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q279fb/i_think_my_adhd_is_getting_me_into_trouble_at/ |
AreStrayke | Over the last month, my requirements and tests have piling up, turning into a ridiculously long list. So, during that time I've been very anxious and everytime I attempt to do them, my mind goes blank and my focus just goes to the dumpster. I'm on medication (ritalin) for about 2(?) weeks now and before yesterday, I've only felt a little burst of motivation from them, but not a lot, so still i was unable to do my requirements.
Yesterday, i started a task that I put off for a month, and was able to finish it. After that, i did another task and i was able to finish it. I felt super proud of myself even though for some it may just be normal or nothing to be proud of. This day, I was able to finish 3 tasks, and just now, i finished the fourth. I just feel really proud of myself, and somehow I wanted to share it here, as as much as i want to tell my friends about my accomplishement, i feel too ashamed as they've finsihed them weeks ago.
Anyway, even though my list is still long and intimidating, I'm still super proud of myself :DD And on another note, to everyone that is struggling and having the same problem as me, you can do it!!! i believe in you!! I'm cheering everyone on and I hope that we can get pass this situations together :]] | 2021-10-05T22:29:43.000Z | q2798m | 1 | 2 | ADHD | I'm on a roll. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2798m/im_on_a_roll/ |
BatKelli | I have had ADHD all my life, and am accommodating well, but my school doesnt list accommodations they can offer, its up to the student to ask themselves, so I was wondering if by chance some of you had benefited from certain accommodations that you may be willing to share? I find my time management/procrastination/organization/ability to focus with noise are my main points of concern
Currently I have time and a half (1.5x) to complete tests, and a peer note taker.
Thanks for taking the time to read, have a great day :) | 2021-10-05T22:23:14.000Z | q2750i | 4 | 4 | ADHD | ADHD accommodations for university? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2750i/adhd_accommodations_for_university/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T22:21:53.000Z | q2744b | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Interaction between ADHD & ASD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q2744b/interaction_between_adhd_asd/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T22:21:18.000Z | q273pk | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Meds are lasting less, brain fog sets in, like I’m unmedicated. Can’t think about anything clearly once it sets in nor get rid of it. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q273pk/meds_are_lasting_less_brain_fog_sets_in_like_im/ |
Professional-Cry1633 | I’ve had a bad experience so far with the stimulants (Elvanse and Concerta) prescribed to me by my doctor. I felt very anxious on them, and rather than helping me focus, I found that I was speeding through jobs at work with the same, or possibly even more, carelessness.
I understand that choosing the right medication can be a case of trial and error, but I didn’t like my psychiatrist’s approach. If I complained about feeling anxious or strung out off a certain dose, his response was to continue upping the dosage until I ran out of dosage increments. Only after that would he try a new drug. That led to weeks of very unpleasant side effects and I was worried that people in work would pick up on my changing behaviour.
I would like to try a new psychiatrist because, in addition to the dosage issues, I don’t particularly like him on a personal level for a variety reasons.
I am at a complete loss about where to find a new psychiatrist. I am based in the UK and I’m willing to go private. The only option seems to be googling search terms, but I’d prefer to base my decision on a doctor’s professional (and not SEO) abilities.
Any guidance would be much appreciated. | 2021-10-05T22:19:26.000Z | q272ez | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Struggling with meds and don’t like my therapists approach. What’s the best way to find a new psychiatrist (UK) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q272ez/struggling_with_meds_and_dont_like_my_therapists/ |
Diablet323 | Hey, I'm really ashamed that I haven't had my first covid vaccine yet because I've been too anxious. I've been on elvanse for 3 weeks and a couple of days.
I've heard that it can increase your heart rate and being on elvanse with my heart rate already increased along with my anxiety just freaks me out to the point where I keep booking my first vaccine and not attending!
I've cancelled 5 covid vaccinations in total. Everytime it gets to the day before I'm just too scared to go through with it.
Please could you share your experiences anyone on elvanse and who has had the pfizer jab? I would really love some reassurance and some words of wisdom to help me get through this. Any responses would be much appreciated. | 2021-10-05T22:11:32.000Z | q26wh7 | 2 | 0 | ADHD | Elvanse and covid vaccine | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q26wh7/elvanse_and_covid_vaccine/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-05T22:11:24.000Z | q26we7 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Is it ADHD or do I just hate my job? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q26we7/is_it_adhd_or_do_i_just_hate_my_job/ |
2DayOldDonut | If I give myself an inch, I take a mile. I know it's necessary for my mental health and my relationships to give myself days off of work, but then I completely check out and it can take days of procrastination and getting in trouble at work before I can get myself back on track. Is the only way to sustain my motivation just to never take time off? Anyone else have this issue? | 2021-10-05T22:10:46.000Z | q26vwp | 1 | 2 | ADHD | I know it's good to unplug from work; but if I take a day or two off it's impossible to re-engage | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q26vwp/i_know_its_good_to_unplug_from_work_but_if_i_take/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-05T22:04:24.000Z | q26rdj | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Advice before first appoitment | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q26rdj/advice_before_first_appoitment/ |
Cheesehuman | This is a challenge I've come to expect, but if I'm, for example, taking notes and looking back and forth between a piece of text and my notes, when i look back at the text again i have to re-find my place. 9/10 times I'll look back at the text and it's sort of a blur until i can find where I left off. Anyone else experience this? Maybe I'm dyslexic on top of being ADHD? It's been a suspicion of mine for a while actually that I'm dyslexic, but maybe some of yall adhd pepes can relate | 2021-10-05T22:02:43.000Z | q26q74 | 4 | 15 | ADHD | Do you lose your place often when reading? | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q26q74/do_you_lose_your_place_often_when_reading/ |
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