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Vinci1984 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T23:57:29.000Z | q06f4x | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anybody else sick of having your brain | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q06f4x/anybody_else_sick_of_having_your_brain/ |
Lovve119 | Because of IVF I have a very strict eating habit where I only eat one meal a day with the occasional snack but when I know what I want to eat (which is a rarity) I HAVE to eat it. The minute it is no longer available to me my whole body just “shuts down” and I physically cannot force myself to eat anything else. It ruins my entire day. Like going from a great mood to deeply depressed over not getting food??
I’m at the point where 2 or 3 days a week I’m just not eating because restaurants have shortages and weird hours and malfunctioning equipment and now my body won’t let me eat anything else - not that it matters because I’m instantly too depressed to eat anyways. How do I overcome this?? How do I make it stop!? | 2021-10-02T23:52:53.000Z | q06cem | 5 | 3 | ADHD | Why does eating ruin my entire day? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q06cem/why_does_eating_ruin_my_entire_day/ |
shout-at-noisey | I had a conversation with my wife recently, and she was totally dismayed that I seemed to be content just to drift through life with no well-defined life goals.
I have zoomed-out emotional goals, like 'be happy, secure, safe', and that's about it. I honestly never appreciated that this might be not just unusual, but stressful for someone who doesn't think like me (I haven't been officially diagnosed with ADHD, but am certain I have it).
For instance, she knows a reasonably specific type of house she wants, particular courses she wants to study once our kids are older, countries she'd love to travel to etc.
I find that when I do think ahead (which is rarely), it's in weeks at most.
Does this resonate with anyone? | 2021-10-02T23:35:07.000Z | q061hv | 4 | 2 | ADHD | Setting life goals - have you done it? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q061hv/setting_life_goals_have_you_done_it/ |
therealskaconut | I am getting divorced. My wife left and has tried to pin it on me in some personal and weird ways. I loved her deeply—I always would fall hard—but because of emotional disregulation I have had a hard time processing and realizing what is even happening.
What has helped you through grief? Do you obsess and take things personally? If you’ve been divorced, how did you adapt to a new lifestyle and get to know yourself? | 2021-10-02T23:32:42.000Z | q05zwv | 2 | 1 | ADHD | How do you move through grief? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05zwv/how_do_you_move_through_grief/ |
_nitrozeus_ | I often find myself trying to scramble my brain to remember or figure out what i was supposed to be doing.
Example today I’ll be watching something or playing video games, then remember i have to fill out a paper for work/application something along those lines. Could be anything, i.e not remembering to take out my dog or grab my food. You get the point.
I’ll indulge in more show watching or gaming, and then suddenly remember i was supposed to be doing something else but just can’t remember for the life of me or ever figure it out, rarely do i remember what i was supposed to be doing.
Wondering if this is a common thing I’ve basically done it my whole life, it really bugs the crap out of me and makes my brain hurt lol. | 2021-10-02T23:30:28.000Z | q05yfs | 4 | 3 | ADHD | Side tracked | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05yfs/side_tracked/ |
rand0m00100 | I’m almost at my mocks and I just can’t deal with it anymore. My concentration has just gotten worse and worse and just physically cannot revise.
For the last few months I’ve been on Concerta XL (started at 18mg and now 36mg). I tried to bring it up at my delayed follow up meeting but I feel like she just dismissed me by saying that medication won’t have a massive impact. She’s prescribed the maximum dose just in case it might suddenly have an effect on me. However my gp will take ages to actually get it to me so it’ll be too late to actually try and revise for my exams.
How do I actually tell people how much I’m struggling? Whenever I’ve tried previously they always say something along the lines of everyone struggles with that or even neurotypical can’t concentrate for hours. It’s just so frustrating because I can’t even focus on a TV show or book without spoiling it or doing something else so I can’t concentrate on either thing.
Any advice is appreciated and apologies for any formatting issues as I’m having a minor breakdown. | 2021-10-02T23:29:00.000Z | q05xgo | 5 | 3 | ADHD | I just want some help | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05xgo/i_just_want_some_help/ |
Sometimeslistening | In recent months, I’ve had a ton of anxiety and stress over what I am going to do when I move out. I am 19F and I graduate college may 2022. Right now, my therapist and Psych CRNP are huge influences in my life in terms of how I manage my ADHD and other mental health issues. When I move an hour and a half away, I honestly am so anxious as to what I will do. Will I have to get a different doctor for my meds? Can I just keep the one I have and maybe do check ups on video call? Also, I don’t think I want a different therapist. My therapist is the only person who really understands me and we share so much in common; I don’t think anyone will be able to reciprocate how she helps me. She’s also been my therapist since I was 15 years old and a sophomore in high school. I expressed this concern to her and she said that we could video call. My only concern with that is I don’t want my bf to overhear what I am talking about to my therapist since it is private (we will be living together). It’s not like I don’t trust him, because I do and I tell him almost everything, but I think it would just be uncomfortable having somebody else hear what I talk to my therapist about. Also, I’m anxious about having to find a good PCP down where I’m going to live since I don’t have one.
I am just not ready to be an adult I guess. My parents haven’t taught me really anything because they’ve kind of never cared about teaching me important stuff like that. They haven’t really cared as much about me in general, but that’s a different post for a different time. I just know that I need to move out ASAP because I can’t stand living with them (my parents) anymore. I also need to search for a new job and that is really stressful. I feel like I have no time and that time is running out and I need to figure everything out so that I don’t mess everything up.
Anyways, do you guys have any general advice? If you have moved out, how did you deal with therapy and issues with meds? What are some things I should know?? | 2021-10-02T23:24:43.000Z | q05uum | 6 | 3 | ADHD | Advice on moving when you have ADHD and have no idea how to become an adult | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05uum/advice_on_moving_when_you_have_adhd_and_have_no/ |
MisterMystify | [removed] | 2021-10-02T23:06:00.000Z | q05j28 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Getting annoyed at the lack of distinction between what used to be called ADD, and "full blown" ADHD? I know I am. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05j28/getting_annoyed_at_the_lack_of_distinction/ |
EchoOfHumOr | So I bought a $35 smart watch to try it out and see if I like it. Now I wish I had done it sooner. Having a buzz on my wrist for alarms is so much more effective for me than phone alarms. My only issue is that setting new alarms and timers is a pain in the one I have.
My new problem is trying to find a slightly better one. There are so many out there that my eyes cross and my brain immediately checks out when I try to find one I want.
I'm looking to you folks for help if you have experience with any.
Here's a list of features I'd like to have:
- voice activated alarm and timer setting
- a silent buzz for timers & alarms (ideally one you can set with different patterns for different things, buy not necessary)
- price doesn't super matter because I know I'm going to have to save up no matter what the cost, but under $300 would be great
- GPS for tracking walks
- Sleep and pulse monitoring
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
Edit: words are hard to spell | 2021-10-02T23:05:54.000Z | q05j0d | 3 | 3 | ADHD | I got a cheap smartwatch and it's been a game-changer, but I want something with just a bit more. What do you use? | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05j0d/i_got_a_cheap_smartwatch_and_its_been_a/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T22:52:57.000Z | q05bf0 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | issues with relating to animals and people at a young age | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05bf0/issues_with_relating_to_animals_and_people_at_a/ |
emryum | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:52:02.000Z | q05avj | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I'm moving to the US and don't know how to certify my ADHD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05avj/im_moving_to_the_us_and_dont_know_how_to_certify/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:51:19.000Z | q05agl | 1 | 1 | ADHD | issues relating to animals and people at a young age | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q05agl/issues_relating_to_animals_and_people_at_a_young/ |
Trick_Ad_4388 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:49:54.000Z | q059ly | 0 | 1 | ADHD | What i wish i knew earlier about dopamine | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q059ly/what_i_wish_i_knew_earlier_about_dopamine/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:47:09.000Z | q057zl | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Medication helping or am I just addicted to it? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q057zl/medication_helping_or_am_i_just_addicted_to_it/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:44:52.000Z | q056lh | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does straterra cause tiredness? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q056lh/does_straterra_cause_tiredness/ |
pineappletreeee1 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:43:24.000Z | q055p5 | 2 | 6 | ADHD | Just took 70mg of vyvanse for the first time in a year and feel so good | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q055p5/just_took_70mg_of_vyvanse_for_the_first_time_in_a/ |
TJ-N | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:39:05.000Z | q0532a | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Elvanse "time dilation" | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q0532a/elvanse_time_dilation/ |
Separate-Cranberry-3 | I’m curious how common it is for a person with ADHD with lots of anger to break up with a partner in anger and then regret it.
I’ve never had an unmedicated ADHD breakup before and so I’m not sure if breaking up over imagined problems is common and what the path back is, if there is one.
He writes me little notes each day but not personal. Like tells me a news headline or something.
When he tried any emotional conversation during our relationship he would get angry and storm out unable to have the conversation even before it started. I only even find out what he was upset about when he gets so angry he yells it at me and often what he’s yelling is stuff he did but he twists it as if I did it. I’m not sure if he believes that I actually did the thing or just says it that way because he’s upset. Either way it’s hard for me. I don’t fight or argue back because I don’t think it’s helpful when he’s in this head space.
So hive mind of Reddit, is it common with ADHD to break up when you didn’t want to (and then ?) or are you pretty decisive?
If you regret it, do you reach out or do you need your (ex)partner to do it? If so, how do you like it done?
(I’ve dated someone with bipolar before and the breakup make up is almost a symptom of it and there are YouTube videos about how to reach out and restart the relationship when their mental health improves. If ADHD does not have such a common aspect to it I accept that as an answer too. I just hate to reject someone I really like most of the time if the issue is their mental health and I can do something to get us back to good.)
Thank you for any insight. I will accept a DM too if someone has a story to tell me. | 2021-10-02T22:30:38.000Z | q04xx6 | 10 | 1 | ADHD | Break up/make up | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04xx6/break_upmake_up/ |
mdd88 | I thought I had ADHD for years. It was a combination of focus issues at school, at work, and at home. I’m very inattentive, forgetful, and disorganized. I find it very hard to maintain relationships. I have struggled a lot with motivation and initiative. I look back at my life and categorize periods of time by my intense hyper-fixation at that time. All of that was a lot to deal with, but I handled it all the same.
More recently, those things I was dealing with were having a much more significant impact on my work performance and my relationships with friends, family, and my partner. I finally thought it was time to pursue a diagnosis and treatment, so I didn’t lose my job or my partner. And this community gave me the confidence to actually call my doctor and ask for help instead of putting it off even more.
After a month of meeting with a psychiatrist, a therapist, and a very nice clinical psychologist for probably 15 hours total now – I was diagnosed with severe Generalized Anxiety and Autism – but definitely not ADHD based on some of the test results.
I understand my diagnosis, I know its probably right, a lot of what I am experiencing makes sense at the cross section of anxiety and autism – I checked all the boxes. But I still feel a part of this community. I’m still going to struggle with attention, motivation, and initiation. I can still empathize with the struggle of others here. I can still celebrate the victories too. It’s just that my head is a little different than most other people here.
So, thank you everyone for the stories you shared and the discussion you had. I really appreciate what I was able to learn from yall and the confidence yall provided me. Hopefully with this new diagnosis I can better understand what I am going through. | 2021-10-02T22:29:06.000Z | q04wxk | 399 | 3,519 | ADHD | I found out I don’t have ADHD – I have Autism – but I still really love this community | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04wxk/i_found_out_i_dont_have_adhd_i_have_autism_but_i/ |
Thuthien69 | It makes me almost mad. Why cant I feel anything at the right time?
Its like I have no empathi, people dying around me, losing friends and everything inbetween.
Its like my emotions are non existant.
I just wanna know why like I dont get it? I have no medication interfering or anything like that. I havent taken or drinked anything special.
I just wanna know why its like this and is there any way to stop it?
Like I should be in bed crying but instead im sittning here thinking.
Help me please | 2021-10-02T22:28:14.000Z | q04wd2 | 13 | 10 | ADHD | Why does it feel like my emotions are non existent? | 0.92 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04wd2/why_does_it_feel_like_my_emotions_are_non_existent/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:25:39.000Z | q04uuq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | After two years of trying i got diagnosed, I'm happy and conflicted - a reflection | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04uuq/after_two_years_of_trying_i_got_diagnosed_im/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:18:49.000Z | q04qmb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I *have* ADHD vs I *am* ADHD. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04qmb/i_have_adhd_vs_i_am_adhd/ |
Muri_Chan | I've abandoned the idea of actually reading actual books since I physically can't sit and read for longer than 20-30 minutes. So I switched to audiobooks, but I have been struggling with comprehending the material. So the other day I decided to start reading again and try to do this consistently this time (who am I kidding, of course not), and usually I read educational stuff, but I was under the impression of the new Dune movie and decided to enlighten myself with this wonderful world.
Usually, I listen to audiobooks when I'm working or on a treadmill. So I've been listening for about 4 hours and found myself that I comprehended maybe 10% of what I've just listened and even then it's because I watched the movie and can roughly recall what happened. And it's been like that with every book I try to pick up, I can read the entire War and Peace and remember maybe a few major plot points. Hell, I can't even recall the details of the conversation I'm having right now.
Usually, when I finish a chapter I would retell the story to myself in my own words to remember it better. But in this case, when I'm doing something for prolonged periods of time listening to the book simultaneously it's like I become hearing impaired and none of the words said actually reach me. It just becomes background noise so I don't even register it. So I have zero memories of what I've just listened because I didn't hear it in the first place. And having English as my second language doesn't help either, because it takes the additional processing power of my brain to decode what is said, so it gets exhausted much faster.
So I'm left with either 20-30 minutes sessions of actually reading because I comprehend written text better, but it's near impossible to do it consistently. Or listen to audiobooks and remember only 10% of it.
How do you guys manage your inability to read? | 2021-10-02T22:18:42.000Z | q04qkf | 4 | 2 | ADHD | Having difficulties reading the books | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04qkf/having_difficulties_reading_the_books/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T22:14:50.000Z | q04o6h | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I wanna get tested for ADHD but I’m scared to do it.. | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04o6h/i_wanna_get_tested_for_adhd_but_im_scared_to_do_it/ |
Meka_Imperfect | So here’s the story. I’ve been in manufacturing for a year now and I gotta say. It’s not great. (For me anyway) I found out I’ll be losing my job “possibly” next month cuz I’m not performing well. I wanted to come here to ask you lovely people what kind of jobs you have and what kind of jobs in general are good for people with adhd. I’m a combined type (idk if that matters search wise but yee) | 2021-10-02T22:09:59.000Z | q04lc6 | 1 | 3 | ADHD | Job hunting | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04lc6/job_hunting/ |
StrangeObligation162 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T22:06:52.000Z | q04jep | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Hey don't forget about this | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04jep/hey_dont_forget_about_this/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T22:06:52.000Z | q04jel | 1 | 1 | ADHD | My struggles | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04jel/my_struggles/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T21:55:02.000Z | q04bp8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I’m not sure how to succeed in college with ADHD. Also, imposter syndrome??? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q04bp8/im_not_sure_how_to_succeed_in_college_with_adhd/ |
Onibakababa | Does anybody else break chips to bite size before they eat them?
I heard about the big spoon theory and I don’t like big spoons either I like the small spoons because they fit in my mouth better.
I think the same thing happens with chips. I was just curious to see if anybody else does this because I feel like a weirdo every time I eat salsa with other people and I have to break my tortilla chips into pieces to eat.
I can’t just eat the whole chip because when I bite it it just crumbles all over the place and I hate it. | 2021-10-02T21:51:44.000Z | q049nn | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Big spoons and breaking chips? | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q049nn/big_spoons_and_breaking_chips/ |
PinkPropaganda | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:49:36.000Z | q0489q | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What’s the best way to treat ADHD symptoms without being diagnosed with ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q0489q/whats_the_best_way_to_treat_adhd_symptoms_without/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:46:32.000Z | q046di | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Why can't I keep up with friends? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q046di/why_cant_i_keep_up_with_friends/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:42:49.000Z | q043zm | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Looking for advice, can’t hold down a job. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q043zm/looking_for_advice_cant_hold_down_a_job/ |
Kingkofy | Before I started taking it, I used to be high pretty much all day, but once I started medication I had zero feelings towards doing it anymore, basically like I was okay with just the medicine. I mean it feels great being sober, and I don't plan on ever going back because that completely wrecked stuff I was feeling and dealing with, was questioning a lot of things that happened to me with terrible anxiety. Also thought everybody was staring at me, and it felt like I too was looking out of the corner of my vision staring at everybody even though I didn't want to. But once I got medicated I stopped caring about a lot of that crap, and especially using a substance to the point of where I don't ever wanna do it again. I feel like now I can live my life entirely with nothing else but the medication. Has anyone else felt this in a similar way? | 2021-10-02T21:38:29.000Z | q0418p | 32 | 16 | ADHD | adhd'ers that used drugs prior to medication, did you feel like you wanted to quit after you started taking them? | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q0418p/adhders_that_used_drugs_prior_to_medication_did/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:32:46.000Z | q03xld | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Solid hacks that help you manage your ADHD either day to day or when doing a specific task? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03xld/solid_hacks_that_help_you_manage_your_adhd_either/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:32:43.000Z | q03xjm | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Zoom meeting for support | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03xjm/zoom_meeting_for_support/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:29:45.000Z | q03vkp | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Adhd zoom group meeting to share and listen | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03vkp/adhd_zoom_group_meeting_to_share_and_listen/ |
Noodlesandwings |
I was volunteering at this football game and I felt like at the end of it everyone who I worked with just thought I was a fuck up. And I did fuck up, a good amount. I was frustrating people and reasonably so. It was fast paced and every fuck up slows the rest of us down.
My therapist said that “the world was designed for people without ADHD, not people with ADHD” but I know people with ADHD who just don’t act like me. They do fine in the work force and at school. They don’t fuck up like me, I feel like I’m a fuck up and there’s nothing I can do about it. I did feel some come of my shoulders after I got diagnosed with ADHD, but there’s nothing I can do to combat incompetence.
I refuse to accept this part of me cause who benefits from it? Not me, not you, not anyone. I do feel like I’m just gonna end up being a burden to everyone I meet no matter what I do.
I just needed a place to rant, any comment is appreciated. | 2021-10-02T21:27:14.000Z | q03u1f | 4 | 8 | ADHD | I wish I could blame ADHD for all my shortcomings but I know I can’t | 0.91 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03u1f/i_wish_i_could_blame_adhd_for_all_my_shortcomings/ |
screamingtothevoiid | Just for a little background, i’m f18 and was diagnosed with ADD when i was 11-12 y/o. When I was first diagnosed I was on focalin which made me insanely emotional and then later I tried Ritalin which i stopped because of it being the suspected cause of stomach issues. Once I started high school, the ADD became too much to handle without treatment and I went on Adderall but that was pretty short lived since I was later diagnosed with severe depression and anxiety that my doctors believed the Adderall only worsened. Now that I’ve started college, there is much less structure and my doctor put me back on Adderall (not XR) 20mg twice a day. At first, I felt how pretty much everyone with ADD/ADHD feels when they start meds- like a breath of fresh air or putting on glasses after being blind. About two weeks in, I started experiencing suicidal thoughts to an extent I haven’t in quite some time. When I do research on this possible correlation I don’t find much and am looking to see if anyone else has had a similar experience. I also have PTSD so i’m not sure that could play a part here. | 2021-10-02T21:26:26.000Z | q03thu | 3 | 4 | ADHD | adderall and suicidal thoughts?? | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03thu/adderall_and_suicidal_thoughts/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:24:18.000Z | q03s4k | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How did u break the equation that performance = self worth? Some ppl feel unworthy of life when they make a mistake. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03s4k/how_did_u_break_the_equation_that_performance/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:23:31.000Z | q03rlm | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Should I tell my employer that I have prescribed amphetamines prior to drug testing? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03rlm/should_i_tell_my_employer_that_i_have_prescribed/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:22:49.000Z | q03r4p | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Daily zoom meeting for support | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03r4p/daily_zoom_meeting_for_support/ |
yulture | I’m on Concerta 27mg. Took it this morning then went out to brunch and ordered a mimosa without really thinking about it. Now I feel really weird/uncomfortable and I’m hoping I didn’t do any damage to myself.
Ive had a couple of beers in the evenings before while on Concerta and haven’t had trouble, but that usually takes place about 10 or 11 hours after taking the medication and this time I drank about 3 hours afterward. I Googled it and most sources say to NEVER drink while taking it, so now I’m worried.
Thoughts/experiences? ☹️ | 2021-10-02T21:20:57.000Z | q03pwa | 7 | 2 | ADHD | Anyone know if it’s safe to drink on Concerta? | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03pwa/anyone_know_if_its_safe_to_drink_on_concerta/ |
[deleted] | I've been struggling with and recently diagnosed with ADHD after years in the military. I've bounced around between jobs for the past 5 years not knowing I had ADHD. I've been in school throughout this time too. What am I doing wrong to be ghosted by more than 4+ companies after 2nd and 3rd rounds of interviews? I hate the feeling of leaving the interview knowing I didn't get the job. I see it their faces and body language. Thanks for any advice. (Please spare the VA talk, it's mental health program is an clusterfuck and that's putting it kindly.) | 2021-10-02T21:20:16.000Z | q03pgm | 8 | 5 | ADHD | Ghosted After Interviews | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03pgm/ghosted_after_interviews/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:17:40.000Z | q03nr4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I wish I could blame ADHD for all my shortcomings but I know I can’t | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03nr4/i_wish_i_could_blame_adhd_for_all_my_shortcomings/ |
ClementineJane | I can complete the things I must get done but unless there's pressure and stress I will procrastinate. This includes really effortless and pleasurable things like reaching out to a friend abroad via WhatsApp and finishing hobbies. It's like my brain becomes a stubborn mule and refuses to budge. I'll obsess over doing the easy things that I could do and yet..... I cannot do. I'll spend so much time on distractions.
I was hopeful Adderall could help me but it hasn't so far. I briefly tried Concerta but perhaps didn't give it enough of a shot because it caused anxiety like I'd never experienced before.
Does anyone have any tips or suggestions for this frustrating problem? | 2021-10-02T21:13:06.000Z | q03kql | 8 | 46 | ADHD | Once I've decided to do something, my brain refuses to ever do it. How to overcome? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03kql/once_ive_decided_to_do_something_my_brain_refuses/ |
_lucyquiss_ | I'm pretty confident I have ADHD and so is my normal doctor but I'm not officially diagnosed, so I should mention that. However a couple months ago I developed pretty bad tics and I'm now on non stimulant medication for ADHD and Tics, but I was just wondering if other people had both, because people seem to think you can only have tics from tourettes or anxiety. I know there's a big overlap between ADHD and tourettes though so it could be back. Mostly just wondering if anyone else has tics and adhd and what other people's experiences are, and how people cope with both. | 2021-10-02T21:12:19.000Z | q03k7c | 7 | 3 | ADHD | ADHD and Tics/Tourettes | 0.71 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03k7c/adhd_and_ticstourettes/ |
dewybitch | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:10:55.000Z | q03j9v | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Methylphenidate PRN: When? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03j9v/methylphenidate_prn_when/ |
Affectionate-Poet110 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:10:43.000Z | q03j50 | 5 | 2 | ADHD | Guanfacine Insomnia & Massive Headaches | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03j50/guanfacine_insomnia_massive_headaches/ |
flippee_ki_yay | I've had chronic back/shoulder/hip/knee/ankle pain for years, and it's lasted in part because I have ***such*** a hard time following through on my exercises because they're tedious and boring, and I eventually stop going because I'm embarrassed about not improving.
I've tried "accountability" services that email you daily to check in on goals, but that doesn't help.
Has anyone else here struggled with follow through PT because of their ADHD, and if so, did you find a way to work around this? | 2021-10-02T21:10:23.000Z | q03ix2 | 7 | 11 | ADHD | I've always struggled to follow through with Physical Therapy exercises? What helped overcome you this obstacle? | 0.93 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03ix2/ive_always_struggled_to_follow_through_with/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T21:10:10.000Z | q03irb | 1 | 4 | ADHD | psychoeducational testing | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03irb/psychoeducational_testing/ |
Charming_Mood9953 | So, I promised her I'll clean the entire apartment. That was 15:06 when she called me, saying she's coming home and she'll do it herself, since It's late and she might as well do it quicker than me. Reasonable, But we had discussions about me helping out more now, that she's working a new job and has a new schedule. And I promised her I'll do it.
So I asked her to do a quick "tour" through all the cleaning products - I took Notes And Photos of them, so as to not forget to use them in a right order. Fast-forward to now, its 23:05 where I live and I haven't done a thing.
I made a note on the products.
I promised I'll do it.
Then I Repeated That promise Today.
And I made a Short Breakdown List For myself on Where To Start.
And yet here I'm sitting 5+ hours later... Not knowing if it's worth it to start now.
.
I'm considering going to sleep, waking up at 5:55 and clean the whole apartment in 2hours before she return, Lordhelpme
Question: HOW Do You Overcome This "Freeze"?? | 2021-10-02T21:07:10.000Z | q03gsk | 8 | 6 | ADHD | Was Absolutely Stuck For Hours And My Mom Is Gonna Kill Me | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03gsk/was_absolutely_stuck_for_hours_and_my_mom_is/ |
Liaroslo | I've learned that my ADHD tends to live by its own schedule and I'm just along for the ride. For me, I'm kind of a zombie for most of the day, and then around 6pm I feel mentally ready/focused enough to do homework and the like.
I'm curious as to what times you guys experience your energy lows and your energy peaks! I wanna see if there's some similarities or disparities. | 2021-10-02T21:06:44.000Z | q03gil | 8 | 3 | ADHD | What time of day is your energy peak and energy drop? | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03gil/what_time_of_day_is_your_energy_peak_and_energy/ |
antgray202 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T21:06:40.000Z | q03ghf | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Just got medicated looking for advice | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q03ghf/just_got_medicated_looking_for_advice/ |
mcoomes90 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:45:43.000Z | q032ov | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Quite surprised! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q032ov/quite_surprised/ |
AlternativeSherbert8 | I have no idea what happened; credit cards weren’t paid off, student loans still there, same old car, cloths, home goods, electronics nope!
I’ve been on Vyvanse for a while but this past year I sorta stopped taking it and the reason I tell myself I won’t back on is, the initial anxiety.
I’m at home with my parents with no expenses what so ever, and I’ve projected to make 32k this year but I have no idea what I’ve spent it all on so far. What scares me the most is how I could just forget and not remember the amount of money I’ve spent in total.
It needs to stop and I started my meds again but I just cannot believe how far down I got before I realised it. | 2021-10-02T20:43:14.000Z | q0314i | 9 | 8 | ADHD | I’ve spent almost $32k this year | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q0314i/ive_spent_almost_32k_this_year/ |
motherofsharks9 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:42:45.000Z | q030tl | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I texted the NAMI crisis line for motivation | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q030tl/i_texted_the_nami_crisis_line_for_motivation/ |
AlirezaNumber1 | I don’t know how to explain this but sometimes I feel like I’m hung up on a subject that is not at all important, it consumes a lot of time and takes a huge chunk of my brain so I’m also unable to do anything productive.
To give you an example, when I’m talking or chatting with someone, I often spend hours contemplating the “true meaning” of what they said. or when people don’t respond back for a long time I immediately think I’ve said something wrong or offensive that must’ve upset them and I wonder for a very long time not knowing what to do, when in reality they were just busy.
This is all tiring and I’m honestly sick of it. I feel like me overthinking stupid stuff is preventing me to think about the important stuff in my life.
Does anyone also struggle with this? how do you think I should manage it?
Any advice is appreciated! | 2021-10-02T20:42:10.000Z | q030g3 | 5 | 21 | ADHD | Do y’all ever overthink the stupidest shit? | 0.96 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q030g3/do_yall_ever_overthink_the_stupidest_shit/ |
CallaLilllies | It’s so frustrating seeing everyone being able to focus and actually listen to virtual classes whilst I struggle to listen for 5 minutes straight. I’m in med school which doesn’t help at all already being in a competitive environment. Even worse - my instructors aren’t understanding and are refusing to record their lectures, so each time i zone out or can’t focus, I just quit.
How is everyone coping/getting better at online classes? | 2021-10-02T20:38:36.000Z | q02yau | 11 | 33 | ADHD | Online Classes make me feel like an idiot. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02yau/online_classes_make_me_feel_like_an_idiot/ |
Gundam_Ranch_Dip | Hey ADHD gang,
Does anyone else every wake up anxious, almost manic, because you feel so exhausted by the thought of doing things whether it’s a day off or work day?
When I have mornings like this it feels like my psyche is a raw wound doused in lemon juice.
Not only does it make my morning difficult but it adds stress to my partners morning as well.
Does anyone else have similar experiences and what do you do?
Thanks again, remember to take your meds, drink, water and eat something ! ( coffee and water is not food!) | 2021-10-02T20:38:09.000Z | q02y08 | 2 | 6 | ADHD | Dealing with overwhelming emotions | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02y08/dealing_with_overwhelming_emotions/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:36:42.000Z | q02x3g | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Is it ADHD or am I just stupid? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02x3g/is_it_adhd_or_am_i_just_stupid/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T20:36:12.000Z | q02ws1 | 2 | 5 | ADHD | Anyone know where to find help with tasks around the house? Between ADHD and other physical ailments, I can't seem to find help. I can't afford to hire someone for everything. What do I do? Feel so lost. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02ws1/anyone_know_where_to_find_help_with_tasks_around/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:34:58.000Z | q02vyl | 47 | 110 | ADHD | PSA: I was convinced I had ADHD! Turns out I'm just a filthy mouth breather from my deviated septum! | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02vyl/psa_i_was_convinced_i_had_adhd_turns_out_im_just/ |
AdGreedy8930 | do you guys have any advice for what to do about anxiety? I take antidepressants and adhd stimulants, and see a therapist but despite all of it I get filled with so much anxiety from every little thought or action or interaction or decision :/
My chest physically hurts and I can’t keep crashing and crying like this, there’s no signs anything I’m doing is helping me.
Any suggestions for what you do in the very moment you start feeling anxious? I tried these lately:
1) rationally explain to myself that yes I am experiencing anxiety, and mindfully experience it and not let it deeply affect me beyond that
2) find things in my surroundings that are the color of the rainbow - red orange yellow green blue purple….repeat
3) count backwards from 10 and take a deep breath with each count | 2021-10-02T20:32:46.000Z | q02ujq | 3 | 3 | ADHD | so freaking anxious | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02ujq/so_freaking_anxious/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T20:29:08.000Z | q02s4x | 4 | 5 | ADHD | Attachment issues? | 0.7 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02s4x/attachment_issues/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:21:45.000Z | q02nf4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anyone have any tips for learning languages? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02nf4/does_anyone_have_any_tips_for_learning_languages/ |
Charitard123 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:15:59.000Z | q02jp4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone ever love the whole idea of curling up with a hot drink and a book in fall, but actually doing it is just too hard to pull off for more than 20 mins? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02jp4/anyone_ever_love_the_whole_idea_of_curling_up/ |
Negative_Iron_9851 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:14:41.000Z | q02iy5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I need help with binge eating | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02iy5/i_need_help_with_binge_eating/ |
Negative_Iron_9851 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T20:09:30.000Z | q02fnq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How to stop over eating? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02fnq/how_to_stop_over_eating/ |
magsieforpresident | I have recently started dating a guy who's told me he has adhd. I've been doing some research but I haven't found much that I think is useful. What can I expect from an adhd point of view? I'm not talking red flags here (I found a lot of info on those while googling) I'm curious about the other stuff like quirks, love language that maybe isn't obvious to neurotypicals and general things he might appreciate etc.
I understand it's different from person to person but he's told me there are some common stuff as well.
I really like him and I want this to go well. Thank you in advance.
Edit: this blew up more than I could ever expect and I'm so thankful for all your wise responds. And thank you kind strangers for the hugz and silvers.
Edit #2: nevermind y'all he dumped me. But it was a good run up until then 😅 | 2021-10-02T20:06:11.000Z | q02di0 | 182 | 240 | ADHD | Dating someone with ADHD | 0.98 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q02di0/dating_someone_with_adhd/ |
darkocean81 | So, Ive been on Adderall for around two months now. 10mg, twice a day was working better than Ritalin, but I felt it could be better. Still forgetful, executive disfunction, spacing, just not as bad. I have energy and motivation, and by God, if you get me focused on something I study the absolute ASS off of it. But like I said, I felt it could be better.
So at my follow up, my doc upped the dose from 10mg x2 a day to 20mg x 2 a day. After about three weeks, there is some improvement, but the same chief complaints are still there. Now, it seems like I can focus on something but only if its not the specific thing I need to (example: I need to focus on packing/house projects/etc but only able to focus on laundry/cleaning/planning fun things for my spouse). I get frazzled easily and overwhelmed often. But if I dont take my meds, I'm damn near useless.
I just want to know what the expectation should be. I know its not a "cure" or a miracle pill that will make everything better. And I know that there are many med options out there. But this is all still new (diagnosed just this past July at 39 years old). I dont want to jump around with meds more than I have to.
Tldr: been on 20mg Adderall for 3 weeks and not sure if my expectations are too high or not. | 2021-10-02T20:00:32.000Z | q029na | 4 | 2 | ADHD | How should I expect to feel on meds? | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q029na/how_should_i_expect_to_feel_on_meds/ |
elizavalentine | if theres a more specific place to post this pls direct me!! new here
Hey, got diagnosed a little over a year ago and have tried a couple different meds since then with not very satisfactory results… adderall made me feel super wacky. now im on 40mg metadate ER in the morning and 20mg in the afternoon/evening. the 20mg is supposedly to make the crash less drastic but as far as i can tell it does nothing. i almost would rather not be on meds but i dont get shit done if i dont take them. but when it wears off i feel SO down and unmotivated and miserable… just wondering if this gets better with time or if there’s anything that’s helped yall get thru?
thanks! | 2021-10-02T19:57:45.000Z | q027q7 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | how to not feel like crap when metadate wears off…? 21F | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q027q7/how_to_not_feel_like_crap_when_metadate_wears_off/ |
Dremmissani | ⚠️⚠️ TW mention of blood ⚠️⚠️
This june, I had a scary accident due to zoning off that pushed me to seek professional help and AD(H)D diagnosis. I have always zoned out during conversations and even driving. Nothing so serious that I would seek professional help. However, this june, the worst possible happened. I was making food and took my immersion blender out. I had already plugged it on and turned to watch the blades when I completely zoned out. I put my finger in the blades and pressed turbo mode. I snapped back when my finger had made a couple of rounds in the immersion blender. The scene was, of course, straight from a horror movie; the kitchen walls were covered in blood and I won’t even start with what my finger looked. I got to keep my finger, but the accident just doesn’t leave me alone. Now I’m more afraid than ever to zone out uncontrollably. Has anyone else had really bad accidents due to zoning out? How do you deal with the fear of zoning in the wrong situations? | 2021-10-02T19:55:54.000Z | q026kx | 6 | 4 | ADHD | Zoning off ⚠️TW⚠️ | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q026kx/zoning_off_tw/ |
Sea-Indepeny944 | So, I’ve been taking XR (25MG) for the past month. And I built up a bit of a tolerance two weeks in. At first, my mind finally stopped perseverating/ruminating but two weeks in it all came back again. Then, I took two days off and went back on it to see what happens. And what happened was that my mind finally quieted down more?
Was this a tolerance that I reseted? | 2021-10-02T19:37:30.000Z | q01v1z | 17 | 0 | ADHD | Adderall XR tolerance? | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01v1z/adderall_xr_tolerance/ |
Lwe12345 | Wondering what your experiences are with these two medications and if any of you have tried both, any things you noticed, etc.
I am trying to figure out if I should see a psychiatrist through my new Dr. to try and switch from Adderall to Vyvanse (ADHD was not a part of her training so she said I need to see one before she can switch meds, since she is technically not allowed to switch my medication), or if I should keep getting Adderall XR and skip the whole annoying process of having to be re-diagnosed or at least re-evaluated for new medication. | 2021-10-02T19:36:49.000Z | q01umg | 6 | 1 | ADHD | Adderall XR Vs. Vyvanse - Your Experiences? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01umg/adderall_xr_vs_vyvanse_your_experiences/ |
[deleted] | I’ve always struggled with schoolwork but I’ve never struggled this much. I have to get above a 95% to appease my parents. (Last test I got an 88% and they grounded me) I have two major assignments due Monday and haven’t even started them. I haven’t been able to get off of my phone today. I have a chapter of a book to write and instruments to practice. Can anyone help with this I have no idea what to do. I just can’t think and zone out whenever I try to be productive. Please, I need to do something good. | 2021-10-02T19:33:17.000Z | q01sfb | 4 | 3 | ADHD | Help me be productive, please. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01sfb/help_me_be_productive_please/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T19:30:56.000Z | q01quy | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What projects have you abandoned because of ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01quy/what_projects_have_you_abandoned_because_of_adhd/ |
jjvindaloo | \*UPDATED\* I did a few days on a higher dosage (up to 40mg from 30mg Vyvanse, and I have since come back down because the higher dose was not making me feel good at all... 30 mg seems to be working well for me.
Does your pre-menstrual cycle affect the efficacy of your medication? Is so, what is your experience with this?
My doctor has told me that, due to the change in hormones in this time, the medication feels like its not working as well - ie. my mood is more unstable & distracted thought patterns are more pronounced. So she's recommended I up my dose during this period, which ends up being anywhere between 7-10 days. Anyone try this too? Did it work?
Im not looking for advice here, am interested in hearing others' experiences.
Thanks to all who share :)
​ | 2021-10-02T19:28:37.000Z | q01pch | 11 | 5 | ADHD | ADHD Women, Meds & PMDD | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01pch/adhd_women_meds_pmdd/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T19:26:38.000Z | q01o3a | 1 | 1 | ADHD | help me please | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01o3a/help_me_please/ |
7vika | [removed] | 2021-10-02T19:26:34.000Z | q01o1h | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Are you clumsy/ do you keep dropping things | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01o1h/are_you_clumsy_do_you_keep_dropping_things/ |
lucki98 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T19:19:43.000Z | q01jeg | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Why does this happen? I get frustrated have all this energy inside of me I wanna scribble so hard on paper but really angry so the pencil breaks and paper rips. What’s this emotion called? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01jeg/why_does_this_happen_i_get_frustrated_have_all/ |
ainmusaideora1 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T19:19:26.000Z | q01j7w | 0 | 1 | ADHD | My Rn is stopping my Adderall prescription with no tapering because my therapist told her I have used other stimulants. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01j7w/my_rn_is_stopping_my_adderall_prescription_with/ |
Heavy_Lead_4736 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T19:16:12.000Z | q01h43 | 1 | 5 | ADHD | Do others also just start talking without thinking about what they're saying? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01h43/do_others_also_just_start_talking_without/ |
yevarr | I posted this on the mega thread too, but it doesn’t seem very active, so I thought i’d post here as well.
Sorry if this is a dumb question, this is my first time taking medication for my ADHD. My doctor prescribed me a methylphenidate based late release medication (I think the American version of this would be Ritalin) and I am currently in my second week of taking it. I started with 1 10 mg pill a day, currently taking 2 a day. So, basically I don’t feel anything - no side effects, but also no effects? Basically no changes at all, my brain feels the same. I’m just wondering if that happens sometimes. I am speaking to my doctor in about a week but wanted to hear some opinions :)) Thank you!! | 2021-10-02T19:15:20.000Z | q01giz | 127 | 140 | ADHD | Is it normal for ADHD medication to just…not work? | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01giz/is_it_normal_for_adhd_medication_to_justnot_work/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T19:05:30.000Z | q019xl | 3 | 3 | ADHD | Stimulant meds too high? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q019xl/stimulant_meds_too_high/ |
hayalciipandaa | Guys! I bought a roomba vacuum cleaner recently, and it's like heaven!
It takes away the pressure of vacuuming, I have 2 cats and my house has been clean for a month! Seeing the floors clean every morning makes me want to do more house work! I've been taking care of my laundry and dishes more often now, my house is always ready for guests!
I would always freak out a day before my bf visits and I would get stressed with cleaning. Now I can relax, and finish everything else while my little roomba runs around!
Little things like this really help a lot. My mind is clear, I don't feel guilt because I didn't vacuum, everything's in order now, and I can make time for other things that I didn't have time for before! | 2021-10-02T19:01:00.000Z | q0170k | 3 | 1 | ADHD | My new best friend is a vacuum | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q0170k/my_new_best_friend_is_a_vacuum/ |
PuzzleheadedRow4306 | For the 10,000th time, I almost sat down in the middle of the street on my way to an appointment/place that I'm already late to, feeling overwhelmed with everything that's going on in my brain. I'm tired of always apologizing for being late, even when I woke up earlier and tried to be on time, but somehow managed to mismanage my preparation time. I've always jokingly thought that my brain is 2 hours behind, but I'm starting to think it could actually be real.
I didn't want to believe that I have ADHD when I was diagnosed, because I wanted to believe that I could one day get better, that my problem could be solved completely. That the fog in my mind would one day clear up, and I would stop being indecisive, confused, 'lazy', stop having executive dysfunction, and have control of my life.
I can't plan for the future because it's just a blur, and I can't do anything in the present because I didn't plan well in the past.
I don't know whether the medication I was prescribed will work, I have been procrastinating it.
But atleast I am more forgiving towards myself nowadays, and no matter how bad I mess up my work/daily life, I tell myself that it's gonna be okay. | 2021-10-02T18:58:52.000Z | q015hc | 4 | 21 | ADHD | Mental breakdown | 0.97 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q015hc/mental_breakdown/ |
baconeggandcheesee | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:57:47.000Z | q014th | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Pain from Vyvanse | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q014th/pain_from_vyvanse/ |
axndrnm | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:56:05.000Z | q013q9 | 0 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD Product Design student looking for help! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q013q9/adhd_product_design_student_looking_for_help/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:55:09.000Z | q01367 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Why do we need brains? (Idk if right flair) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q01367/why_do_we_need_brains_idk_if_right_flair/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:50:20.000Z | q0104f | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Product design student designing for neurodiverse adults | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q0104f/product_design_student_designing_for_neurodiverse/ |
babyermie | It's tiny, and I mean *tiny*. Less than a centimetre. And it's right at the bottom of the display. But seeing on the screen keeps catching my eye and it's getting in my head... I shouldn't be so distracted by it but I'm not sure how I'll be able to focus properly if I keep seeing it catching the light. Tiny little things that should be insignificant have always distracted me and I'm just tired of it. Another thing is that I've tried painting my nails recently to stop myself picking at them but I only had dark colours to start with. I realised that the dark colours catch my eyes far too much and I'm just distracted by it so I had to go out and get pale colours (not as distracting! did the job!) Sorry this is kind of a rant but I don't think I can get this scratch out the screen so I just need to get this out before it drives me crazy. | 2021-10-02T18:47:52.000Z | q00yfo | 10 | 3 | ADHD | My laptop screen got a tiny scratch and it's driving me crazy | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00yfo/my_laptop_screen_got_a_tiny_scratch_and_its/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-10-02T18:45:10.000Z | q00wm3 | 1 | 4 | ADHD | struggling to get help from the NHS | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00wm3/struggling_to_get_help_from_the_nhs/ |
UX-Dzr996 | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:40:17.000Z | q00tff | 1 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD AWARENESS MONTH! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00tff/adhd_awareness_month/ |
hittherock | I called my doctor and he took some details and said he would refer me to someone who could diagnose me, I think. I can't remember exactly what he said. But it has been such a long time and I've heard nothing. I'm used to 8-12 month NHS waiting times for mental health issues but I feel like I should've heard something by now. I get that Covid is slowing things down but I'm getting increasingly frustrated. Reading medication success stories is torture. | 2021-10-02T18:30:36.000Z | q00n4b | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Contacted doctor in order to hopefully begin diagnosis process but I've been left hearing absolutely nothing. (UK) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00n4b/contacted_doctor_in_order_to_hopefully_begin/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:30:33.000Z | q00n2u | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anyone spend a long duration of time on the toilet? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00n2u/does_anyone_spend_a_long_duration_of_time_on_the/ |
RLVTV | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:30:30.000Z | q00n1h | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Testicles Shrinking | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00n1h/testicles_shrinking/ |
stockishot | I'm rapidly losing interest in life. I've tried new hobbies but it doesn't distract from a less than ideal home situation. I'm tired of seeing people. I'm tired of pretending to be OK.tired of pretending to be happy and all good. I'm just tired with life. I really wish it would end but it won't I have to pull myself through a personal hell everyday just to do it again the next day. My daydreaming has turned rather dark my intrusive thoughts are worse than ever. I no longer feel like me but the ghost of who I was. I don't know if I'll ever feel OK but I know someday I'll die and that's the only thing in life I look forward too. I just wonder why people can treat others so cruel. I feel broken my mind feels like a glass jar thrown against a wall. I don't how to fix it or anything in my life. I'm so overwhelmed by negativity that I really don't want to continue but I have to for my mom and best friend. | 2021-10-02T18:30:22.000Z | q00my1 | 4 | 5 | ADHD | I need help and I'm aware of it | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00my1/i_need_help_and_im_aware_of_it/ |
baconeggandcheesee | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:27:05.000Z | q00kq4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Pain from vyvanse | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00kq4/pain_from_vyvanse/ |
TheRyanDudeMan | I feel like things will never get better, my disorganization is off the charts, my attention span is shot to shit, I can barely remember what I was talking about let alone get my thoughts together, even if I write it down. Going to see my Psych on the 5th but Im seriously considering just switching to a different one, maybe the last one I had but not even sure If I can since it’s in a small town I do’t live in anymore. I feel like screaming, idk. I dont know what the fuck I have to say to him to make him see that it’s not just that I’m “depressed” or “anxious” Things have only been getting worse each time ive had my Vyvanse dose lowered (from 60 to 55 and now 50, hell my current psych wants me off of it completely, which I believe is what the ipcoming appointment is about, says he doesnt prescribe stimulants unless id be working a job, but at the same time how in the fuck an I sipposed to get a job when I can barely manage myself. I already lost my very first job due to my menory issues (just before I had been diagnosed with ADHD)and I sure a s shit dont want that happening again. s I can hardly take care of myself these days, let alone stay on any task, cant even watch youtube anymore. The only thing J can focus onis listento music. Everything I do takes such intense anount of mental and physical energy. Just making my bed takes such anount of effort. (Maybe the fact that I have cerebral palsy really amplifies this)I just want my life ack at this point, alredy been dealing with this shit for a month and a half and Ive seen it only gettjng worse, no amount of coping skills, excercise or change in diet is helping. The only thing that HAS helped is drinking a coffee in the afternoon with my vyvanse which justproved to me even more that my main issue really is my adhd, I feel like im constantly dismissed and misunderstood and being told to just “slow down” “try harder” and so on. I try my very best every day and even that doesn’t do the bare minimum of just taking care of myself. Idk anymore. My mind never ever stops racing (unless ive had a coffee which calms me down a bit, fuck. I really do feel like im going insane, I know meds arent everything, but I do know they make a GINORMOUS difference for me. God. The US healthcare system is just not friendly to adhd at all, So sick and tired of bring treated likesome sort of junkie and being dismissed at every turn. I just want to curl ip in a ball and cry, untreated adhd is such a mental hell :( I miss being able to plan things, to remember stuff when I need it and to be able to just wait in line and not be so goddamn indecisive etc all the time... | 2021-10-02T18:20:50.000Z | q00goe | 2 | 3 | ADHD | I don’t know what to do anymore | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00goe/i_dont_know_what_to_do_anymore/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-10-02T18:11:13.000Z | q00ae5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I found out I don’t have ADHD – I have Autism – but I still really love this community | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/q00ae5/i_found_out_i_dont_have_adhd_i_have_autism_but_i/ |
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