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Scylla_Complex | My husband was diagnosed at the age of 32 earlier this year. It really put a lot of our issues into perspective. Managing household chores, meal planning, impulse decisions, starting and stoping jobs/grad school, all suddenly made sense. He spent months working on finding a therapist, but ultimately has been using his PCP for medication and ADHD management.
Despite the diagnosis and regular medication, he's struggling and I'm burned out too. I work from home and yesterday spent a majority of the time cleaning up, going through our backlog of mail, doing laundry and just trying to catch up on all the things that need to get done. He came home and our plan was to drop Xmas packages off at UPS right away, but I hadn't even showered so I asked if we could do it later. I also asked if he could clean up the home office he uses, because there were multiple bags of trash that needed to go out. He immediately shut down. I know cleaning is a frustrating task for him, but I said I could help after he wrapped up some work and packages were dealt with. He just kind of shrugged it off.
He's barely said a few words to me since last night. I don't know what I'm doing wrong here but I know he needs help. I've sent him therapists that take our insurance, asked what tools might help with managing daily tasks, tried to remind him when I know there's a task he wants to address, but I just keep seeing things pile up around us (literally and figuratively).
We need help. Please. | 2021-12-08T18:06:06.000Z | rbx6jw | 2 | 1 | ADHD | My partner was diagnosed earlier this year, and I'm still not sure how to help him | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx6jw/my_partner_was_diagnosed_earlier_this_year_and_im/ |
OcHoppin | I’m (M59) going through the hardest breakup I’ve ever experienced. We split up not because we don’t love each other but because of more mundane things (distance). My ADHD just made things worse as the stress increased. And as the stress increased, my ADHD symptoms became worse. The worst kind of feedback loop. This is one of those rare times that I wish I was nuerotypical. My brain has done amazing things for me over my lifetime. This is not one of them. | 2021-12-08T18:05:50.000Z | rbx6bs | 1 | 3 | ADHD | It would be so nice to not feel things as deeply as I do. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx6bs/it_would_be_so_nice_to_not_feel_things_as_deeply/ |
Putin_inyoFace | The company I work for has an auto delete rule enabled on all company email inboxes.
- 90 days for uncategorized emails
- 1 year retention if categorized to an outlook folder
I reached out to a member of the IT team and asked if there are ever any exceptions made to this rule as I am currently drowning in emails (it’s a big company) and I’m absolutely certain there will be emails that I will need to refer back to, but will be deleted due to the retention rule.
She said no.
I’m not sure yet on whether I want to bring it up to HR and self identify as having a “disability” that requires accommodation.
Just interested in hearing what sort of things everyone on here has requested, if anything. | 2021-12-08T18:04:32.000Z | rbx5b5 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Do you receive any work related accommodations | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx5b5/do_you_receive_any_work_related_accommodations/ |
Skjuber_Neuromancer | Did any adults try Play Attention ?
" [Play Attention](http://www.playattention.com/) is a computer-based attention-training system that measures brain activity using an arm band, and provides visual and auditory feedback in a game-like environment designed to hone certain skills. "
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http://www.playattention.com/
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I would love to try but there isn't much research for adults and it is on expensive side and it is mandatory to book at least dozen sessions.
Thoughts? | 2021-12-08T18:03:27.000Z | rbx4hj | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Play Attention for adults with ADHD | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx4hj/play_attention_for_adults_with_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T18:03:27.000Z | rbx4gz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | A (hopeful) song to my ADHD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx4gz/a_hopeful_song_to_my_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T18:03:17.000Z | rbx4c1 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Concerta Vs Adderall | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx4c1/concerta_vs_adderall/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T18:02:09.000Z | rbx3bj | 2 | 2 | ADHD | how the military affected my adhd | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx3bj/how_the_military_affected_my_adhd/ |
Skjuber_Neuromancer | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:59:48.000Z | rbx12x | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Play Attention for Adults | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx12x/play_attention_for_adults/ |
ComplexAd7820 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:59:25.000Z | rbx0rr | 2 | 3 | ADHD | r/ADHD is killing me softly | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbx0rr/radhd_is_killing_me_softly/ |
jr01245 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:58:00.000Z | rbwzlp | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Weirdest place you found things? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwzlp/weirdest_place_you_found_things/ |
Old-You7024 | The first psychiatrist that diagnosed me with ADHD gave me a prescription for Trazodone (100mg before bed time). Apparently he thought putting me to sleep will cure my ADHD. He didn't even want to hear about stims, particularly methylphenidate, the only legal stimulant in my backward ass place of living, Romania.
After that I tried getting an evaluation and treatment at a second clinic. The second psychiatrist also diagnosed me with ADHD but told me that he thinks I am 'high functioning' so he will not risk putting me on medication. He told me my ADHD doesn't seem so bad considering I graduated university and kept a stable job. He thinks the trade off with medication is not worth it. IMHO he is bullshitting me and makes me think that he didn't study this disorder enough. I pleaded with him that even though it seems I've got my life in order it comes at great effort and frustration. I'm tired of setting reminders for my reminders, speeding, being impatient, always seeking that adrenaline rush for my dopamine starved brain, my mind rushing with thoughts, the slightest noise derailing from my task or not being able to stop doing something enjoyable like playing videogames. Doing the things I need to do in my life and keeping my job drains me so much compared to neurotypicals, yet he only prescribed me some psychotherapy sessions. At this point I'm thinking my long term option is to migrate to a country with a more advanced medical system where medication is not taboo. | 2021-12-08T17:54:34.000Z | rbwwy6 | 4 | 3 | ADHD | Twice diagnosed with ADHD and refused treatment with meds because "I'm not a complete mess". | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwwy6/twice_diagnosed_with_adhd_and_refused_treatment/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T17:54:11.000Z | rbwwn3 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What are your favorite social media resources for strategies, tips, etc. (Instagram pages? TikTok accounts?) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwwn3/what_are_your_favorite_social_media_resources_for/ |
gorygraves | I just want to complain for a second. I’ve had a cold going on a week and a half now. it’s moved into the fun coughing fit phase and I hate that I’ve had to choose between my adhd meds or taking cough medicine all week. I’ve been trying to not overlap them to avoid a drug interaction. Well, I caved today because I’m sick of coughing, but I also NEED to get shit done today since this cold has really been setting me back. Took half dose of cough syrup, and then waited an hour to take my vyvanse. My thinking being since it takes an hour for vyvanse to kick in by the time it did I’d be half way through how long the cough medicine is supposed to last so it shouldn’t be bad. Guess not.
Good news, I’m not coughing
Bad news, I’m shaking
Luckily cough medicine last 4 hours and I’m on hour 3.
Going to stick to cough drops for the rest of the day.
Anyone else ever experience accidental drug interactions? Any other medications I should be mindful to avoid? | 2021-12-08T17:53:34.000Z | rbww5g | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Drug interaction whoopsies | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbww5g/drug_interaction_whoopsies/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:50:51.000Z | rbwu21 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What are your favorite social media resources for strategies, tips, etc. (Instagram pages? TikTok accounts?) | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwu21/what_are_your_favorite_social_media_resources_for/ |
kaylaxrd | As the title says, today I was diagnosed at 23 yrs old. My doctor is starting me off with Adderall XR 10mg.
The whole appointment seemed very strange and it just felt like me rambling for 30 minutes.
I should have asked more questions after the diagnosis but I was just very overwhelmed and had too much in my mind to think of any relevant questions.
My appointment also seemed very short. It was 38 minutes long when I expected it to be at least an hour?
I have a follow up appointment in a month so that gives me the opportunity to ask more questions but this first appointment just seemed very rushed and not personable (if that makes sense)!
Has anyone else experienced this with their diagnostic appointment? | 2021-12-08T17:46:59.000Z | rbwqvn | 2 | 2 | ADHD | Just got a diagnosis but still very confused. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwqvn/just_got_a_diagnosis_but_still_very_confused/ |
Arielcinderellaauror | I'm 29F based in Kent in the UK, my doctors only ever seem to be taking emergency appointments, impossible to get through to I only have Thursdays off work to phone in and am usually exhausted from working as a carer it's been stressful lately as we're short staffed I don't want to get up early spend 40mins on the phone to get through and be told they won't see me are there any other avenues? I looked at some private clinic and they wanted £695 for a zoom session. Should my doctors see me ? | 2021-12-08T17:46:07.000Z | rbwq73 | 2 | 2 | ADHD | How to get a diagnosis in the UK as an adult | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwq73/how_to_get_a_diagnosis_in_the_uk_as_an_adult/ |
Lonestar1999 | So diagnosed with ADHD not on any meds or anything. I'm in the middle of transitioning out of the military, the problem is I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT KIND OF JOB I WANT or how to narrow it down.
I read all these things that are oh good time management and ability to stay on task etc.
Additionally just looking for a job is difficult I use indeed and similar job search apps and I can spend hours scrolling and not feeling remotely qualified for any job.
So my big questions I guess are:
1) What job fields seem to work well with ADHD?
2) What tips do y'all have for improving the ability to complete a job search?
3) How do you identify imposter syndrome vs actually being unqualified?
Thanks for any replies in advanced | 2021-12-08T17:42:41.000Z | rbwnj3 | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Improving job search? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwnj3/improving_job_search/ |
M4nnis | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:42:41.000Z | rbwnj1 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Has anyone tried using micro dosing LSD instead of stimulants? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwnj1/has_anyone_tried_using_micro_dosing_lsd_instead/ |
PreservativeAloe | I’m 22 year old college senior and was diagnosed two months ago! This was a huge relief and made me feel so much compassion for myself. After discussing meds with my Psych, he recommended Vyvanse 10-20mg. With a history of eating disorders (have been in full recovery for a year), I have been working closely with my dietician to plan for appetite loss and work around it. Does anyone have tips for mealtimes? Appetite? Also! Any other things to think about in general? Thank you so much! | 2021-12-08T17:39:36.000Z | rbwl6q | 6 | 3 | ADHD | Started 20mg Vyvanse Today:)! First ever stimulant. Any words of wisdom? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwl6q/started_20mg_vyvanse_today_first_ever_stimulant/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T17:34:21.000Z | rbwh04 | 65 | 514 | ADHD | Toxic positivity is not a solution for people with ADHD or any mental health issues. | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwh04/toxic_positivity_is_not_a_solution_for_people/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:32:36.000Z | rbwfkg | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Toxic positivity in spaces for people with ADHD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwfkg/toxic_positivity_in_spaces_for_people_with_adhd/ |
BL00DBOURNE | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:29:49.000Z | rbwd3z | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Should I start a channel? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwd3z/should_i_start_a_channel/ |
MenuTime5231 | After losing a close family member recently I noticed that I drink a lot more than normal. Maybe not in quantity but definitely infrequency as I have drank at least 28 days out of the past 30 days. After a an embarrassing drunk night last weekend I decided that I shouldn't drink the next day. That was the first day in a month without drinking. I noticed the gravitational pull when I was around alcohol or anything related to alcohol that day. Last night was also a night that I did not drink but it was due to my wife giving me a judgmental look in the wine aisle
This has been concerning for me as I've never experienced this. But during meditation I noticed that that same impulsive feeling is the same feeling I have when it comes to going out to eat, or just about other activity that I enjoy. It is just so strong and since I'm not using fear as a means of self control anymore, I don't have a lot of reason to resist it. Before his passing, I always had a story of how everything would go in my head. Most things I'd find a way to invoke panic and fear to keep me from doing things but I realized that thinking held me back from more things than I was trying to hide from. Now I feel like a science experiment observing myself without a "leash"
As far as drinking goes and how I felt the same way when I wanted to go out for lunch yesterday, I managed not to do either. The feelings I felt were just the impulses of wanting it. I'm not craving the taste I'm craving the resulting feelings from partaking. I love how much I don't care when I'm drunk. I'm just carefree and the guy I am when drinking (personality, energy, fun, confident) is the guy I'm fantasizing about being when sober. Honestly after a year of therapy it's still challenging to be that way sober consistently. The way that I'm using alcohol isn't long term healthy and it's concerning to feel such a strong feeling around alcohol but I don't see myself in the same light as people I work with or family that have certified drinking problems. As much as my ADHD will make me impulsive, my ADHD also gives me things in phases. Just like anything in my life like hobbies or interests, sooner or later I'm just gonna wake up one day and not touch it again for months or years so I'm not really *worried* at this point | 2021-12-08T17:28:20.000Z | rbwbwi | 1 | 2 | ADHD | An interesting note about being impulsive. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbwbwi/an_interesting_note_about_being_impulsive/ |
gabeybaby323 | I've realized, over the past few months. When one thing goes wrong my mind spirals out of control and effects everything (my work, my social life, my productivity). I can give a recent example:
Recently, I went on a date. It seems to be a common occurence that when I go on a date (usually from a dating app) it usually ends up as them ghosting me. Then I get into my head with thoughts like (am I weird?", "Where did I go wrong?", "Am I boring?", "Am I too dumb?" Then those thoughts about the situation turn into the whole outlook on life of how I'm doomed because I feel like my brain is broken and I cant function in society. So then I get depressed and frustrated with myself for a whole month. It turns into me feel unmotivated and not wanting to do much. Are there any good coping skills you guys have? | 2021-12-08T17:21:32.000Z | rbw6c3 | 3 | 3 | ADHD | How do you deal with rumination? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbw6c3/how_do_you_deal_with_rumination/ |
TR_KingCobrah | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:21:22.000Z | rbw66u | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anybody ever try taking strattera? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbw66u/anybody_ever_try_taking_strattera/ |
TheForgottenDubliner | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:20:57.000Z | rbw5v8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Overwhelmed by ADHD evaluation tests | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbw5v8/overwhelmed_by_adhd_evaluation_tests/ |
TheDevilYouKnow88 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:20:36.000Z | rbw5l0 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I'm wondering if anyone else finds the commonly occurring question: "how are you?" particularly difficult to answer.... | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbw5l0/im_wondering_if_anyone_else_finds_the_commonly/ |
Kibooky | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:19:01.000Z | rbw4af | 1 | 1 | ADHD | It occurred to me that maybe not enough people have been made aware of Dr. Russel Barkley's work on redefining ADHD as an executive disorder. It helped me a lot. Link inside. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbw4af/it_occurred_to_me_that_maybe_not_enough_people/ |
IntentionalTexan | Im 42. When I was 8 or 9 I was diagnosed with dysgraphia. I had an IEP (individualized education plan) based on that diagnosis. I don't know if I was evaluated for ADHD, the dysgraphia was all that was ever discussed with me. A few years ago I looked at the actual description of the symptoms of dysgraphia and many of the things I struggle with and associated with the disorder are not symptoms. I won't go into all my symptoms, but suffice to say, they are all ADHD symptoms.
I'm trying to decide if I should seek help.
Why I'm reluctant.
Being smart is a big part of my identity. It's also my profession. Technically I'm in IT, but what I really am is a professional smart person. I'm afraid to mess with my brain chemistry, because I'm so dependent on it. I don't want to trade being able to focus on a boring meeting for being able to come up with creative solutions to complex problems. If I seek help, and a professional recommends medication, I'll feel obligated to at least try it. I'm worried that even briefly messing with my brain will change me permanently.
I don't have a ton of free time. I have a family and a demanding job. Any time I spend on ADHD therapy will have to come from some other time budget. I'm functional and moderately successful, will this improve me enough to get a good return on the investment?
Why I'm considering help.
I'm disorganized. There are a ton of ways I'm disorganized but that word sums them all up. This is a problem for me and more importantly for the people around me. My family and coworkers all suffer because I can't do some basic tasks. I want to be more organized but I can't. No tips, tricks, organization product or app has ever helped me be more organized. It always feels like they're tools designed for people with hands, but I've got flippers. If I could find a way to improve myself, that would be pretty major.
Knowing. Being able to point at a symptom and know that it's ADHD, even if I can't do anything about it, would at least give me something to explain it.
The pact. I'm going to get help, and so is my partner. I'm asking her to work on herself, I should be willing to work on me.
My son. I see him struggle like I did at his age. If I can understand this better and get myself help, I'll be better prepared to help him. | 2021-12-08T17:16:09.000Z | rbw23a | 2 | 2 | ADHD | I just need to talk about this, hope it's OK. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbw23a/i_just_need_to_talk_about_this_hope_its_ok/ |
darkness11190 | Why do people have to give me a hard time I have ADHD and I don't understand why do people have to give me a hard time and yet people want to blame me and judge me it's like I have ADHD I cannot control my behavioral my God damn it nobody in my community likes me nobody wants anything to do with me I come from a culture that I'm not going to say what it is I really hate my culture and yet nobody in my church wants anything to do with me I really hate ADHD and I do play my ADHD for not communicate with people when I was younger I did try to communicate to people through teenage years but honestly it's too late now the damage was already done everybody has to complain about me how I'm gay I am but just not even true last time I ever text somebody was around 2012 and he was accusing me being gay because I can't messaging him everyday so what who gives a crap if I message you everyday and he literally embarrassed me if I was everybody telling me that are you gay my sister was shocked I told her I'm not gay but why you keep messaging me anyway even at my job people always have to scream at me yell at me if I don't do anything right like you people you don't understand what's like living with ADHD I don't care about Google has to say ADHD hits people different and my ADHD is really really bad
ADHD is the reason why I got so much trouble ADHD is the reason why I can't make any friends ADHD of the reason why nobody likes me ADHD is the reason why I'm having speech problem ADHD is the reason why ADHD is not Innocent at all ADHD is a mental disability that you cannot get one of it once you have it it's supposed to live with it all your life and I was born with this and honestly they'll put me in special education and then teach me anything I really hate ADHD never went to college never did anything because of this disease | 2021-12-08T17:11:56.000Z | rbvyr1 | 3 | 3 | ADHD | FUCK ADHD AND DEPRESSION | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvyr1/fuck_adhd_and_depression/ |
kris10185 | Hi everyone! I was diagnosed with ADHD 6 months ago at the age of 36 and just started medication (Vyvanse) a week ago. I feel AWAKE for the first time in my life. I have been drinking huge amounts of coffee all day everyday since I was a teenager, and I always would say coffee doesn't make me awake it makes me human. I've never felt so alert as I have since starting meds and I love it! I've found I can think a little more clearly too. Like my brain isn't simultaneously running with 100+ tabs open (like my actual computer browser has) while simultaneously wading through molasses. HOWEVER it isn't helping me focus!!! I'm having just as much trouble as always getting started with paperwork while at work, and sustaining attention on it once I manage to start. I'm disappointed, because this is the thing about ADHD that impacts me the most, as I work full-time and am a part time doctoral student, I really struggle to focus on paperwork type tasks (for work it's typing up treatment notes and reports as a pediatric occupational therapist). Is it maybe that I have to retrain my brain to focus differently or should the meds be helping me with this automatically? I have a follow-up appointment in a week so I want to be able to judge if the meds are having their intended impact or not. | 2021-12-08T17:09:09.000Z | rbvwhs | 24 | 30 | ADHD | Retraining your brain to focus once on meds? | 0.95 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvwhs/retraining_your_brain_to_focus_once_on_meds/ |
mronayne12 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:08:07.000Z | rbvvpr | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Is it Just Me Or...? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvvpr/is_it_just_me_or/ |
PoppingCandyPancake | [removed] | 2021-12-08T17:04:01.000Z | rbvsdp | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone else randomly wander from room to room for no reason? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvsdp/anyone_else_randomly_wander_from_room_to_room_for/ |
ashleyeh_ | ⛔️TLDR: tape over my mouth helped my impulsive need to talk
❇️Side info: 30 year old, female, combined ADHD
My fascinated mind finds itself interrupting my partner when I remember something I wanted to tell them, or get excited.
But then I feel rejected when I don’t get the response I want because they’re busy and can’t fully engage with whatever new thing I feel the need to talk about.
So, I used tape as a reminder not to talk during the movie, and it helped A LOT!
(🔹Reference: my idea randomly during the movie, as my partner has never expressed their annoyance with my hyperactive talking tendencies) | 2021-12-08T17:01:55.000Z | rbvqja | 6 | 3 | ADHD | 🤔 Tape over the mouth as a personal, tactile reminder to stay on task / not start talking … THOUGHTS? | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvqja/tape_over_the_mouth_as_a_personal_tactile/ |
Olanis7820 | I know that we all talk about having a difficulty to focus, but an inability to read/listen? What? Technically people with ADHD can read/listen, and some of us could get invested in our own interests from time to time.
However most people won’t see us like that. They’ll see us flunking out of school, lagging behind others, etc. Maybe you’ve once read a novel in a sitting, and maybe you can read material from your special interests.
But this world looks at consistency, and to your colleagues you can’t read - except for that one time you’ve had an unexpected gust of energy and you work faster than anyone. So therefore, you can’t read. And on a larger scale, you can’t consume information.
It’s honestly the only way that I can explain this part of ADHD - I am disabled and I ought to be fucking proud of calling myself that. Since I got medicated I’ve been doing better in life and people are slowly going to wonder why. They’ll probably first see that I’m able to read now. | 2021-12-08T17:00:14.000Z | rbvoz9 | 2 | 3 | ADHD | Should an inability to read/listen be a valid ADHD experience? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvoz9/should_an_inability_to_readlisten_be_a_valid_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:58:35.000Z | rbvnn6 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Optimistic | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvnn6/optimistic/ |
DirtyAngelToes | I've dealt with getting overly excited almost my entire life, I can remember when I first discovered fanfiction at age 11 (lmfao) getting so excited to see my favorite characters interacting that I actually had trouble breathing and started to shake. I used to get screamed at to shut the hell up when I got excited, and I still have this issue to this day. I know this is common in people with ADHD apparently, but I wasn't sure if others feel almost high like I do?
I feel so damn giddy that I feel as if I'm going to physically explode at times. Even over the stupidest shit. If it's something I'm really interested in, it's game over.
**Has anyone else here dealt with this, and if so how did you learn to calm yourself down??** I often feel shaky afterwards, and I hate it. | 2021-12-08T16:58:09.000Z | rbvnb9 | 4 | 3 | ADHD | I sometimes get so excited over small things that I legitimately feel high. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvnb9/i_sometimes_get_so_excited_over_small_things_that/ |
New_Ad5390 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:57:05.000Z | rbvmhq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Bailing out when filling up | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvmhq/bailing_out_when_filling_up/ |
AdviceIsCool22 | Probably will be downvoted or educated on this one, since I already know “there’s no cure”. But I’m really curious if there’s been any cases where someone was prescribed ADHD meds which helped them and then over time they slowly weened themselves off and are now seemingly cured??
I know it doesn’t work like that, but I just don’t want my well-being and productivity in life to be tied to a pill. It scares me. I want to some day see myself fully graduated from needing meds and can function without. I’m highly functioning w/o meds btw, but they help. | 2021-12-08T16:57:04.000Z | rbvmgr | 25 | 5 | ADHD | Any success stories of “curing” of ADHD with medication and no longer needing meds? | 0.73 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvmgr/any_success_stories_of_curing_of_adhd_with/ |
Imlochness | Yo!
33F looking to get assed for diagnosis privately. Psychiatry UK is too busy atm, where else is good to go?
I'm looking at Harley psychiaty, the priory, ADHD center and another one I can't remember the name of even though I saw it a second ago (lol) began with a 'c'... They did a lot of substance issue stuff. ETA: It's Ciconia
They all say a lot of fancy things but are they actually any good...
Tia! | 2021-12-08T16:55:25.000Z | rbvl97 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Harley, priory or ADHD center!?!? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvl97/harley_priory_or_adhd_center/ |
chocolatehippogryph | Hi all,
Started vyvanse earlier this year, and it was great for several months. now it feels like I'm paying a lot of money for increase heart-rate, blood pressure, and dry mouth.
It's got me thinking about long term effects. If I keep building tolerance to the medication, and my brain keeps adjusting its equilibrium level of dopamine to compensate, doesn't it seem like stimulants are useless as a long term solution?
When I think about SSRIs, they increase the equilibrium level of serotonin in the brain. Stimulants seem like a 'non-equilibrium' way to increase dopamine (and neuropenephrine). Are there medications that act like SSRIs, but for dopamine?
Please excuse any ignorance. Happy to learn. Thanks! | 2021-12-08T16:51:18.000Z | rbvi6f | 21 | 10 | ADHD | long term stimulant effect on equilibrium dopamine levels | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvi6f/long_term_stimulant_effect_on_equilibrium/ |
mindfulmischief89 | Hello,
I have been struggling with ADHD for most of my life and have been diagnosed very young. But, due to my mothers beliefs have never taken medication. Now having started a more technical masters feel a bit out of my depths. I feel really stressed about assignments and it feels literally impossible to sit down and write my reports. Unless it is the week of at 12-2am.
I have been in communication with a psychiatrist and he gave me a couple of options.
Atomoxetine, methylphenidate (concerta) or lisdexamfetamine (vyvanse).
From what I have been looking up online it seems that vyvanse is the one with the least amount of side effects, if taken in the morning. This clenched jaw thing and insomnia is making me a bit anxious.
Has anyone had experience with these? What would you recommend to me? | 2021-12-08T16:49:10.000Z | rbvgi9 | 11 | 1 | ADHD | ADHD medication, for adults | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvgi9/adhd_medication_for_adults/ |
balthazar_d | Hey, I'd like to set up a "mutual pre-commitment contract" with someone who needs to et some shit done. So hit me up if there's a project you've been putting off and need a kick in the butt to get started (business, lose weight, learn guitar - anything)
**What we can do:**
1. Recruit three people in 1 accountability group
2. Each of us prepares an embarrassing piece of leverage (secret/embarrassing video/nudes - anything you don't want others or specific people to access)
3. Encrypt this leverage in a way that would allow two others to access it - but only under certain conditions
4. Everyone sets their goal for the project and reports weekly progress on google docs
5. Other group members score your progress and with lack of thereof for 2 or 3 consecutive weeks/days they cooperate to release leverage to the people you'd specified earlier
**Why I am doing it:** There's a project I really must do for work but I find it excruciatingly difficult to complete it. There's no boss or other immediate threats that force me to start now so I'm looking to create an artificial kick in the butt. Otherwise I'll procrastinate until it's way too late.
Hit me up if you're interested or if you find the concept stupid :) | 2021-12-08T16:48:14.000Z | rbvfum | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Looking to test a pre-commitment idea to get stuff done | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvfum/looking_to_test_a_precommitment_idea_to_get_stuff/ |
New_Ad5390 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:48:02.000Z | rbvfoy | 1 | 1 | ADHD | When getting gas, how many of you manage to fill the tank up to full each time vs stopping the pump when its 'close enough' bc your just over it? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvfoy/when_getting_gas_how_many_of_you_manage_to_fill/ |
littlelemoney | Hi everyone,
I'm looking for advice on how you maintain a healthy relationship with a 9-5 job.
Years ago, I went to the doctor after showing many ADHD traits my whole life. The doctor said "It's absolutely clear you have ADHD however you've made it to your 20s so we won't put you through for an official diagnosis." - This is obviously incredibly problematic for many reasons but the main one is, I'm not protected at work as I don't have an official diagnosis.
I'm now 28, started working when I was 19 and have already got through 15 jobs, some I've been fired from for my lack of motivation/doing things at the last minute and some I've left because I physically can't stand doing the same thing over and over again for a long period of time. My longest job was 1 year and that ended in me having to take strong anti-depressants. My shortest job was 5 hours...
I finally have a job that actually makes me happy, the people are really nice and supportive however I'm starting to get that feeling again where I'm getting stressed doing the same job over and over again. I know at this point that it's likely I'll become depressed again because I'm already losing focus/doing less than the bare minimum. I'm trying so hard to focus and pay attention but it's just getting worse.
This is the best place I've worked and I honestly believe if my brain didn't work this way, I could work here for the rest of my life happily.
Does anyone else struggle with a 9-5? If so, what can I do to get out of this negative cycle?
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Any advice is appreciated. | 2021-12-08T16:47:17.000Z | rbvf51 | 6 | 8 | ADHD | My ADHD is going to cause me to lose the only job I've ever enjoyed. TW-Depression | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvf51/my_adhd_is_going_to_cause_me_to_lose_the_only_job/ |
MysteriousAd3531 | I’ve been sitting on a chair for 8 hours straight scrolling through TikTok. I have points where I want to do my work but 2 minutes later I’m back on my phone. If I put my phone in another room I’ll start day dreaming about random things. There’s no way out of this and it’s really effecting my grades. Does anyone have any ideas on how I can deal with this? | 2021-12-08T16:46:39.000Z | rbvemu | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Keep getting distracted | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvemu/keep_getting_distracted/ |
PoppingCandyPancake | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:45:43.000Z | rbvdx0 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone else randomly wander from room to room for no reason? What other seemingly insignificant things do you do? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvdx0/anyone_else_randomly_wander_from_room_to_room_for/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:43:16.000Z | rbvc4l | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Is Equasym used for adults? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvc4l/is_equasym_used_for_adults/ |
fritolol27 | About 2 years ago I was diagnosed with ADHD-PI and I was prescribed Strattera, but it did not work for me at all. I took it for about two months and then stopped. I then got prescribed Adderall 10mg IR. It was much better, it notably helped me focus, but it did have some annoying side effects such as headaches and a pretty bad crash as it wore off. The worst part was that it only lasted for ~3 hours and would leave me feeling much worse when it wore off. I told my doctor and was switched to 20mg XR. This was much worse, as the good effects lasted pretty much the same as the IR, but the side effects and "crash" would last for 3-4 additional hours. Again, I told my doctor and was upped to 30mg XR. I was hesitant at first, as I was not sure upping my dose would fix anything, but it was a lot better. The good effects last much longer, but there are still side effects. I have been on that for about 8 months.
Since I have started taking the adderall, it has defiantly increased the quality of my life. I have been doing much better in my college courses, have moved out of my parents house, and my general anxiety has been improved.
My doctor recently added a 10mg booster to take as needed, as the 30mg XR was only lasting 6-8 hours for me. So far the booster has been pretty awful. It can somewhat extend to the good effects, but it makes the side effects much worse. The booster seems to give me a tired, weak feeling and brain fog, but still helps me focus a little. It is from the brand Lannett, which I have read can be awful for a lot of people.
The general effects I get from the adderall are increased focus, increased motivation/decreased procrastination, and a much more clear and calm state of mind. I don't feel like an overwhelmed mess with a million things going on in my head at once anymore. I do not feel like I get any energy from it, but I am ok with that.
The downsides are:
* Tension Headaches, especially as it is wearing off
* Muscle tension and muscle pain
* Loss of appetite
* Sometimes mild indigestion
* Sometimes it can make me feel tired and lethargic
* It can make it easier for me to fixate/hyperfocus on something but I am not sure if this is really a negative
The side effects are much worse if I do not eat, drink, or sleep enough. I also take vitamin D, vitamin C, a multivitamin, and Magnesium at the end of the day. Even if I do everything right, the side effects are still apparent.
About 2 months ago I broke my back in an accident and had to get surgery. I stopped taking the adderall for a month, and once I started taking it again, the muscle pain/tension that it had always caused was much worse in my back. My surgeon told me that I would not be fully back to normal for 6-12 months, so my back has been hurting most days recently but it is tolerable/manageable. With the adderall it is a lot worse. This, in addition to all the other side effects, has made me want to switch and try another medication. I am worried that something else might be a lot worse, as the adderall has helped me a lot, but the side effects have made it feel unreliable and unsustainable enough that I would really like something better.
From what I have read, there are two main types of ADHD stimulant medications: Phenidates and Amphetamines. The most popular Phenidates seem to be Ritalin/Concerta and Focalin. The most popular amphetamines are Adderall, Dexedrine, and Vyvanse. I know there are others too, but they do not seem to be very popular and these are all the ones that my insurance can cover. It seems to mostly be trial and error in terms of which ones will work best for each person. My doctor previously mentioned that if the Adderall is not working well enough we could try other options. My next appointment is January 4th.
My understanding is that Adderall is 75% dextroamphetamine and 25% levoamphetamine. Dexedrine is 100% dextroamphetamine. Vyvanse is a prodrug of Dexedrine, so it slowly releases the dextroamphetamine as your body metabolizes it in the liver. Dextroamphetamine is said to usually work on the mind and dopamine while levoamphetamine tends to effect the body and Norepinephrine more. This means that levoamphetamine is mostly what gives people energy and the physical effects from adderall. I have read that a lot of people that benefit from adderall but have bad side effects respond better to dexedrine. This sounds good to me, as most of my side effects are physical and I am not getting any physical benefits from the adderall.
Some people say that dexedrine is more abusable than adderall. I am confused as to how. Other than often having less side effects, I can not see how this is true.
Vyvanse sounds great. People who find success in it say that it is much more subtle than the adderall while still being effective. I am worried that it will last too long, as I already can have trouble sleeping regardless of stimulants. Also, the max dose is 70mg which is supposed to be roughly equivalent to 25-30mg adderall. Finally, it is expensive and can be tough to get insurance to pay for.
As for the Phenidates, ritalin/concerta is to adderall as focalin is to dexedrine. I have never taken any of these, so while I am willing to try them, I have no idea how they will effect me. If I try ritalin and it sucks, would it still be worth trying focalin?
I am not sure which one I should try next. It can be really annoying and time consuming to go to the doctor, get it prescribed, wait for prior authorization, get it filled, and then try it enough to know. I'm also worried that I will try something that might help a lot, but my dosage will be too low so I will dislike it as I did with adderall originally. Nevertheless, these medications seem have different effects on everyone so there is no telling what will work. I also feel like unless I find something perfect, I am going to be wondering if something else would be better. I would prefer something subtle, with little side effects, but that would still give me the clear head and focus that I get from adderall.
Does anyone have any recommendations or experiences with any of these? Should I try a different amphetamine or a phenidate?
TLDR: Been taking adderall for 8-10 months. It helps me a lot, but has side effects that make me not want to take it often, especially with a recent injury to my back. I want to try something else but I am not sure what to try next. I could either try something completely different like ritalin or focalin, or something similar like dexedrine or vyvanse. What should I do?
Tried posting this on a different account and it got removed immediately, not sure why. | 2021-12-08T16:42:15.000Z | rbvbf4 | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Issues with my adderall prescription, want to switch to something else but not sure what | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbvbf4/issues_with_my_adderall_prescription_want_to/ |
[deleted] | This is probably a weird complaint because it’s literally why I’m taking it, but it’s so unusual for me to focus on one thing at a time. I feel like taking Vyvanse forces me to do this, and it makes it harder to multitask. While before I couldn’t focus on one thing for an extended period of time without having to sum up a massive amount of energy, now I can do it fairly easily but it feels almost too single-minded. Can anybody else relate? Is this the right med for me? | 2021-12-08T16:35:40.000Z | rbv6ei | 13 | 2 | ADHD | I dont like how Vyvanse forces me to focus on one thing at a time | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbv6ei/i_dont_like_how_vyvanse_forces_me_to_focus_on_one/ |
skaterhaterlater | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:33:17.000Z | rbv4la | 0 | 1 | ADHD | Issues with adderall, want to try something else but not sure what | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbv4la/issues_with_adderall_want_to_try_something_else/ |
Witty_Username-Here | I posted on here the other day- I had my psych follow up yesterday morning. It's been months of trying to find the "right" med/dose/routine. Journey so far (Mind, we've titrated both the XR and IR) :
* No symptom management on 30 Adderall XR.
* Switched to IR- symptom management at 25-30mg IR but only for \~3 hours. I work in a school and \~6 hour of coverage just isn't enough for me to feel like I can manage my life again.
My Psych basically said something to the effect of- I am resistant to stimulants, and the 30mg IR 2x a day is probably the best I'll get. Thanks to this sub, I've seen many people suggest trying different formulations. I asked if there were any other options for me- his response was: "But why change what's working?" Explained needing more coverage time.
He said we could try Vyvanse but he's not confident in it because of my minimal reaction to Adderall XR. He also flat out told me it would be near pointless to try Methylphenidate, because its "weaker" than amph/dex in Adderall, and my resistance is "high." He gave me a 7 day script of Vyvanse so I can see how it is before we make any more decisions. I don't really know if I like this response regarding methylphenidate.
Has anyone here responded better to the ritalin type stims over adderall? I'm newly diagnosed and this whole process has been frustrating. | 2021-12-08T16:32:52.000Z | rbv49e | 3 | 1 | ADHD | Psych said he wouldn't bother having me try Methylphenidate | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbv49e/psych_said_he_wouldnt_bother_having_me_try/ |
youneedtocalmdown20 | Basically the title says it all. I feel like I can't ever get on top of anything. The days I feel motivated, my kids decide to be whiny and clingy and I can't get anything done. Which then makes me angry and irritable, so the last thing I want to do is be around my kids. It then sends me into a depression because I feel like I'm failing my kids and my husband because my house is a mess.
Ugh. I just hate ADHD. I wish I didn't have it. I want to be normal.
I'm in Adderall and it works when I take it, but I have to decide which days to take it because I hate wasting that motivation on days my kids are whiny.
Anyways. Just needed to vent to people who get the struggle.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated 💓 | 2021-12-08T16:30:48.000Z | rbv2pg | 49 | 108 | ADHD | Parenting with ADHD is so damn hard | 0.99 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbv2pg/parenting_with_adhd_is_so_damn_hard/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:28:15.000Z | rbv0qu | 5 | 14 | ADHD | I can’t choose favorites | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbv0qu/i_cant_choose_favorites/ |
GinnyMcJuicy | My son has adhd and I have noticed that a lot of stuff he "gets from me" vanishes on his meds. Like the inability to decide which thing to work on, the inability to sit still ever, the inability to focus once he decides what to work on, the inability to ever finish anythjng, the hyperfixation, etc. My siblings are all diagnosed as well.
I'm an adult woman and I'm worried about approaching my doctor and being told I just have anxiety and depression again. I've been on meds for both of those things historically and nothing has helped. I know doctors love to ignore women or just toss them on anti anxiety pills. How do I get listened to? | 2021-12-08T16:27:36.000Z | rbv08v | 3 | 1 | ADHD | How do I get a doctor to listen | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbv08v/how_do_i_get_a_doctor_to_listen/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:27:26.000Z | rbv04b | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Being over weight is hard, Losing weight is hard, Choose your hard! Who would like more info? Comment "ME" down below | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbv04b/being_over_weight_is_hard_losing_weight_is_hard/ |
My-gay-husbands | I take methylphenidate 2x a day, 15mg 2x a day. I have noticed how much it helps me in many ways as far as motivation and organization. About an hour after I take it though I go from feeling pretty great to having a weird come down, not actually because it’s still in my system but I go from feeling positive and motivated to slightly bummed and a bit stressed, always for no specific reason.
Does anyone else experience something similar? | 2021-12-08T16:26:33.000Z | rbuzgg | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Medication come down? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuzgg/medication_come_down/ |
Silly-Thanks-8857 | I used to struggle with dry mouth because of my ADHD meds. I found a solution for it, though, so I’m going to tell you guys in case any of you are also struggling with the same thing. It may not work for you of course but it’s been a lifesaver for me.
I recommend Biotene toothpaste. The one that says ‘dentist recommended dry mouth brand.’
There’s also dry mouth gum but I stopped buying that because it adds up in price over time. But you can also try that if you want. They both work pretty dang well!
I think you can find some on Amazon or target. I got mine on Amazon, though. | 2021-12-08T16:25:59.000Z | rbuz03 | 3 | 10 | ADHD | Dry Mouth Solution | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuz03/dry_mouth_solution/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:25:48.000Z | rbuyv9 | 5 | 1 | ADHD | Is there a correlation between adhd and gamer-rage? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuyv9/is_there_a_correlation_between_adhd_and_gamerrage/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:24:12.000Z | rbuxng | 10 | 2 | ADHD | No matter how hard I try to keep my room clean, i can never keep it clean for a lengthy period of time. What can I do? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuxng/no_matter_how_hard_i_try_to_keep_my_room_clean_i/ |
Sidneyb242 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:24:06.000Z | rbuxky | 2 | 1 | ADHD | BEST SLEEP | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuxky/best_sleep/ |
puppypoet | I am in New Castle County, and I want to find someone to see if I really and truly do have ADHD.
My husband said we have to have a main doctor's diagnosis first, and then go that way. But his doctor isn't accepting any new patients right now and I don't have one at all.
I don't know what to do or where to go. I want an answer once and for all if I really do have this. I just want to know. | 2021-12-08T16:23:39.000Z | rbux8w | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone in Delaware? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbux8w/anyone_in_delaware/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:19:37.000Z | rbuu3d | 3 | 3 | ADHD | My experience with Vyvanse so far. I think it might be a good fit! | 0.8 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuu3d/my_experience_with_vyvanse_so_far_i_think_it/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:19:18.000Z | rbutu9 | 3 | 7 | ADHD | before adhd diagnosis i was a "savant" | 0.9 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbutu9/before_adhd_diagnosis_i_was_a_savant/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:18:01.000Z | rbusw8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What options can I look into if I have high blood pressure and ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbusw8/what_options_can_i_look_into_if_i_have_high_blood/ |
Emily-Strader | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:17:01.000Z | rbus41 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Vyvanse Prescription | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbus41/vyvanse_prescription/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:15:40.000Z | rbur6b | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Seems like Vyvanse could be the right fit for me. Anyone have a similar experience? Does it take a little bit to level out? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbur6b/seems_like_vyvanse_could_be_the_right_fit_for_me/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:10:44.000Z | rbung5 | 3 | 1 | ADHD | I want a child soon, but me and partner both have ADHD. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbung5/i_want_a_child_soon_but_me_and_partner_both_have/ |
LauraDzoj | All my young life I tried so hard to remember birthdays, important dates, not loose keys, not listening, not finishing housework ( barely finishing anything, unless severe punishments involved, sometimes one after another) and so on.
The harder I tried, the worse it got.
My mum was beating me up, shouting or grounding at home for 2 weeks each time I could not remember where I put things, how did I loose items, how I could not remember what was given for homework.
And I talked a lot, more I tried to be quiet, more it was begging me to talk: used to be very good at story telling and joke telling, this saved me and masked a little obsessive need to talk.
I could write thousands of pages about it all. I graduated well and finished uni well and thisvout of fear of my mother and her punishments.
A my life I worked super hard, try to be attentive, to learn listen, to stay calm and meditation and spiritual practices helped a lot. I was still very hard on myself that some things just don't change- emotionally, distractions, boredom, loosing things. But I had great times: had do much adventure, creativity, inspiration, danger and success, love and friendships.
Somegimes, life was smiling and beating at the same time- it seemed.
During my 38th birthday visited my mum ( and forgot my stepfather's name day).. situation got really heated when I was ridiculed that at such age should be able to remember the basic things.. few things from the past was mentioned again, childish birthday card was given ( ''as I still act as a child sometimes''). I wisited that time my mum after amazing subconscious workshop, was full of love and forgiveness and was so shocked when one minute I was celebrating and grateful, the next one boiling inside with resurrected pain, and these small remarks one after another triggered a volcano in me- i gathered things and left in the middle of the night, after 4 hours driving straight from work after hard day at work.
Driving few hours back home was just asking: why do I forget and loose things. Why I never change ??? What is wrong with me? I attended so many workshops and courses to get better with all my life and goals! I felt as if something was broken in me.
In the morning hours at home I sat with this question in front of PC and this led to ADHD discovery! It was always in front of me, so obvious, and I never asked: Why?...I never noticed that I was " a walking ADHD textbook!!!"
This was freedom. I forgave myself, wrote long letter to my mother and realised that all workshops, courses and intuitive practices and rituals I actually had put in place for last 20-30 years, were actually strategies to manage ADHD, this is why I kept very responsible jobs and managed majority( but not all) spheres of my life under control, fairly manageable to fit in the social norms stocking.
This was 2 years ago. But now I am discovering WHO am I.
And when you arise above mind patterns, programmes and see the World with the heart, the whole essence, no matter what syndrome, illness you carry, it is not who you are.
ADHD diagnosis just gave me reason to forgive and carry deep compassion to self and everyone who could not understand me.
I still loose things at times, I may forget, I still struggle to keep my full attention on long work reports ( with having so many teas to keep focused, my mouth is always filled with a drink to keep my attention whilst writing, oh dear...)...
But this is not who I am. I have a higher purpose, and I know that being compassionate to all the unintentional errors, I will achieve my greater goal in life.
Do not let anything to pull you down, does not matter the speed, just keep going and remember to enjoy! | 2021-12-08T16:09:45.000Z | rbumok | 3 | 2 | ADHD | ADHD answered WHY, but this is not the end! ;) | 0.75 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbumok/adhd_answered_why_but_this_is_not_the_end/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T16:07:19.000Z | rbuktl | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Question on medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuktl/question_on_medication/ |
hampster_unoriginal | Tl;dr: does anybody increase their XR dose in the winter months and then reduce it again when the days get shorter?
I (26 F) have been on adderall for almost two years (start of the pandemic). My symptoms get much worse during the winter when it is dark when I wake up and dark when I get off work. I struggle to start tasks and struggle to focus on work. At first I was taking two 10 mg IR twice a day, then 25 mg IR per day, IR did not really work for me but my original doctor refused to prescribe XR. After I switched doctors I started at 20 mg XR and now I am up to 25 mg XR. I don’t know if it’s the darkness of winter or if I have just built up a tolerance to the 25 mg (it’s been 10 months since I was increased to this dose) but I’m having such a hard time working, I am still fully remote. My doctor wants me to take an SSRI but I have never had success with them, they make me soooo tired and since my main issue right now is tiredness and inability to focus I worry they will just make my executive function worse. I should mention I used to be on Wellbutrin 300mg at the same time but I felt like that counteracted the adderall and I stopped taking Wellbutrin and that helped. There seems to be some papers that support this and others that say the opposite.
I want to try 30 mg XR a day, but I worry that is too high of a dose. Does anybody increase their dose in the winter and then decrease it again when the days get longer? I am nervous to ask my doctor to increase my dose. | 2021-12-08T16:07:09.000Z | rbukow | 2 | 2 | ADHD | How do people manage their executive distinction/lack of focus in the winter? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbukow/how_do_people_manage_their_executive/ |
nedthestaffie | I have been taking a combination of Vyvanse in the morning and an afternoon dose of dexamphetamine to ease the comedown.
It worked for a while but I've been tweaking (excuse the pun) where I'm taking less Vyvanse in the morning and 2 x doses of Dexamphetamine 5mg. It's actually smoother for me with less of a comedown.
I was wondering if anyone had experience with both meds and whether they noticed a difference? I've only worked with them together so can't really tell the difference.
I'd like to hear some user experiences before requesting a change in my meds where I get less Vyvanse and more dexamphetamine.
Note: I'm not taking any more than I'm supposed to it's actually less than what I'm prescribed so it's not a medical question. | 2021-12-08T16:04:04.000Z | rbuict | 1 | 2 | ADHD | Vyvanse vs Dexamphetamine?? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbuict/vyvanse_vs_dexamphetamine/ |
Atlas421 | We're supposed to send work reports to HR every day. It just means updating an Excel file with an overview of what we've done that day. However I keep forgetting to do it, so sometimes I send it the next morning instead. Few weeks ago I got an unofficial warning.
So I put a note on my desk as a reminder. Since then I had to come back from the parking lot twice to send it, because I forgot anyway. This monday I forgot too and didn't send it until tuesday. Today I got an official warning.
It says that if it keeps happening, I'll get fired. | 2021-12-08T16:01:26.000Z | rbug7f | 5 | 5 | ADHD | I got a warning at work today | 0.86 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbug7f/i_got_a_warning_at_work_today/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T16:00:51.000Z | rbufr8 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Does anybody increase their dose in the winter? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbufr8/does_anybody_increase_their_dose_in_the_winter/ |
kirkmarsh | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:58:24.000Z | rbudm4 | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Traveling, ADHD and medication | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbudm4/traveling_adhd_and_medication/ |
slyrqn96 | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:56:29.000Z | rbucat | 1 | 1 | ADHD | I don’t know if I have ADHD or if ADHD memes/content is just relatable. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbucat/i_dont_know_if_i_have_adhd_or_if_adhd/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T15:53:35.000Z | rbua5o | 1 | 3 | ADHD | I still get explosive bouts of anger | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbua5o/i_still_get_explosive_bouts_of_anger/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:53:23.000Z | rbua0v | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Help! Procrastinating! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbua0v/help_procrastinating/ |
MediumSwing | So today I had an exam which obviously involved some form of assignment that I completely missed. "That wasn't in the instructions", I say to myself, pulling up the pdf on my computer. Lo and behold it's in the first fucking paragraph, clear as day. I could swear I double-/triple-/quadrouple-checked the instructions because I KNOW I miss stuff like this all the time. I even organize all my assignments in Trello by subject and make my own TL;DR-notes of the instructions so I have easy access to them all the time. But clearly being thourough, paranoid or obsess over being perfect gets me fucking nowhere because I can't trust my own adhd-ass brain.
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It's like I have an assistant who makes all my appointments, schedules my days and then tells me NOTHING. And I still have to be held accountable when shit gets double-booked or I'm supposed to be somewhere I'm not etc.
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It really gets to me when people say "I told you a week ago" or "I told you not to forget" and I can't tell if it's an ADHD-thing or if I'm being gaslighted, because it sure as hell feels like the latter. | 2021-12-08T15:48:27.000Z | rbu6f5 | 1 | 3 | ADHD | I can't trust myself | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbu6f5/i_cant_trust_myself/ |
angrymice | Disclaimer: Obviously I'm not asking this to get permission or advisement on upping Adderall on my own. I have an appointment with my medication provider next week, and may or may not bring it up with him. It's a terrible idea to try to regulate your medication on your own!
I just started Adderall a couple weeks ago, and I'm on 20mg. It's been a mostly positive experience. I've been able to stick to lists, and have been much more productive at work.
But I'm wondering if upping the dosage would be more effective. I have Combined, and mostly struggle with impulsivity. The impulsivity has been dampened a bit, and I can practice restraint much more easily (it was almost painful before). But I also find myself getting distracted: opening other tabs, wandering into social media, looking things up that I don't need to.
Would this be taken care of with a larger dose, or are the effects that I'm feeling about what I should expect? I get very antsy sitting down currently, and I don't know, again, if that's a side effect of the medicine or just ADHD.
Has anyone switched from 20mg to a higher dosage? What effects did you notice? | 2021-12-08T15:47:53.000Z | rbu61h | 4 | 1 | ADHD | I'm wondering if my Adderall is working as well as it could be. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbu61h/im_wondering_if_my_adderall_is_working_as_well_as/ |
blushbrushbunny | Okay, so I’m just curious about other perspectives here. I do not have ADHD, however my mom has both ADHD and autism and my older brother 27M has ADHD. My brother was diagnosed when he was 8 and was on meds up until like sophomore year of college. He went off meds and since then has sworn off of them, calls them poison basically and resents my mom for putting him on them. I can understand his perspective because he was put on medication unwillingly and often treated unfairly as a kid because of ADHD. He’s a creative professional and nowadays he is constantly doing stuff like 24/7 stimulated and exercises a lot so he is able to function well, however he kind of denies that he has ADHD. He’s been with this guy for several years now who thinks ADHD is an excuse and thinks it’s an “explanation” for why my brother isn’t great at remembering things, sleeps in a lot, doesn’t clean up after himself diligently, etc. I actually got in an argument with his partner yesterday about this, saying that I grew up with him and I know pretty well that his brain is different from mine. His partner kept saying “well we’re all a little like that” and “isn’t it just the times we live in.”
Now of course this is f-ed up, but the problem is I think my brother likes having this attitude around because he finds it motivational to make him “better.” I explained to his partner that my brother just needs systems that are more accommodating, not a housekeeper.
Anyway, I want to really talk to my brother about this, but I don’t know how. Maybe I just let it go, but it makes me really sad knowing his partner is constantly invalidating and shaming him for things that are ADHD related.
Have you ever wanted to or have in earnest denied your ADHD? What helped you understand that it wasn’t an “excuse” or “just a label”? It seems whenever I bring it up, my brother thinks I’m putting him in this disabled box..
Edited to add age | 2021-12-08T15:45:59.000Z | rbu4sj | 9 | 1 | ADHD | Adult brother with ADHD denying validity of ADHD | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbu4sj/adult_brother_with_adhd_denying_validity_of_adhd/ |
LtPoutre | My therapist requested, or told me to do labyrinths, she said it would help me get organised better in life. Now, I don't know how usefull it is going to be but i am willing to try. Not real life mazes, but a maze on a paper.
The only problem is where the hell do I find labyrinths?
Anyone know where I can find those? | 2021-12-08T15:36:48.000Z | rbtxyh | 3 | 2 | ADHD | Therapist said that doing labyrinths would help me with organisation and planning. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtxyh/therapist_said_that_doing_labyrinths_would_help/ |
hauntedhelium | I was doing my work, at home because I do online when I realized I had messed up. I meant to continue my work on the back of the page, but due to horrible memory and distractions, I just started a new page. I literally forgot paper was double sided. I hate wasting things if I can avoid it. Now I will use more paper than needed and will need to buy more paper earlier than I would have if I continued on the back. Seems small but if I continuously forget paper has a back side, I will use so much paper and spend more money buying more paper. Anyone know what I can do to actually remind myself that I need to use both sides? I know it's silly, I just don't want to be spending so much on paper because I have a horrible memory. | 2021-12-08T15:35:54.000Z | rbtxbc | 3 | 1 | ADHD | One of the struggles of ADHD. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtxbc/one_of_the_struggles_of_adhd/ |
Iron_physik | Hey all!
So today I kind of noticed a habit of mine where I tend to watch 2 videos st once to help with low stimulation and boredom.
How I do it is simple: I start one video and watch it until I get bored of it, then pause it and open another tab with a different video and watch this one until it bores me as well.
Then I keep switching between the 2 videos until I'm finished. | 2021-12-08T15:34:25.000Z | rbtw7a | 3 | 4 | ADHD | Who Else has a habit of watching 2 videos on YouTube at once? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtw7a/who_else_has_a_habit_of_watching_2_videos_on/ |
[deleted] | [deleted] | 2021-12-08T15:32:07.000Z | rbtuh7 | 7 | 16 | ADHD | I'm in an executive dysfunction nightmare loop. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtuh7/im_in_an_executive_dysfunction_nightmare_loop/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:27:55.000Z | rbtr8l | 4 | 0 | ADHD | What you think... | 0.5 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtr8l/what_you_think/ |
unsaintedheretic | I've been recently diagnosed and my current psychiatrist is vehemently anti stimulants, for whatever reason, but I don't really have the time, money or nerve to switch docs right now.
I do desperately need help because I'm basically struggling at life.
I've tried atomoxetine (strattera) but it was probably the most awful med side effects wise so it's pretty much out of the question for me.
I recently found out that wellbutrin can apparently also help with ADHD symptoms (especially if it's comorbid with major depression, which is the case for me) and I would really like to hear some personal experiences.
Has anyone been on it? What was positive and what was negative? Is it at all like strattera? They're both SNRI's I think so I'm worried about it making me drowsy like strattera did.
Would you say it helped your ADHD at all?
Any input is appreciated!
Edit: thanks for each and everyone's input! I just got my prescription for wellbutrin and I'll give it a try but still keep continuing to look for a new psychiatrist who's actually specialized on adhd! | 2021-12-08T15:27:42.000Z | rbtr34 | 37 | 8 | ADHD | Experiences with Wellbutrin? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtr34/experiences_with_wellbutrin/ |
Ostblocktricker | Iam diagnosed since 2004 but to be honest I never digged into it or told anybody. Usually after a while people would ask me and I didnt care at all. Since Iam older and I have to "function" more many flaws became apperent!
Exampels:
\- I cant filter anything at all. You cant talk to in the club! When I talk with someone I can alsways tell how many cars passed us and what people talked about behind us. And when to much is happening at the same time for example in gaming I cant talk at all only jibberish.
\- I am faceblind. I can read emotion but I cant remember the face. If I meet someone (expect best friends and family) outside their usual place like sport / uni etc. There is a very high chance I wont recongnize this person. If I dont see my gf for a month, I remember her already a little bit different than in the reality even tho we are 10 years together.
\- A little bit colorblind no big deal. | 2021-12-08T15:26:20.000Z | rbtq4o | 3 | 3 | ADHD | What other mental handicaps you have that came with ADHD and how do they effect your life? | 0.81 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtq4o/what_other_mental_handicaps_you_have_that_came/ |
[deleted] | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:25:48.000Z | rbtpqq | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Do you think I have ADHD? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtpqq/do_you_think_i_have_adhd/ |
xX1nsan1tyXx | So a background leading up to my situation. I have been diagnosed with ADD as a young adult about a year to a year and a half ago. Signs of this have been present my whole life. The doctors office I have been receiving medication and support from has been great and very informative. My current doctor (the only one there capable of treating ADD/ADHD) has just retired and my newest doctor has just notified me that he will no longer be providing this service. They have told me that they will put in a referral for a psychiatrist which I am waiting on that referral. I will also be looking around for other options as well and was wondering if anyone has any suggestions as to what keep an eye out for. Currently I have been on 70 mg Vyvanse that my current doctor will no longer prescribe after this year. Looking for some insight from others who have been in this situation. Thanks! | 2021-12-08T15:25:16.000Z | rbtpfd | 1 | 1 | ADHD | New doctor no longer provides ADD/ADHD support. | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtpfd/new_doctor_no_longer_provides_addadhd_support/ |
PrinceOfStealing | Hey! I know I've read posts and articles about feeling tired or irritable when your Vyvanse starts to wear off at the end of the day. My question is, if you happen to stay out late or don't get a good night's sleep, feel crappy when you wake up, and then take your Vyvanse. Do you find that it still leaves you feeling cranky the rest of the day? | 2021-12-08T15:22:52.000Z | rbtnp5 | 4 | 1 | ADHD | Irritable taking Vyvanse with bad night of sleep? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtnp5/irritable_taking_vyvanse_with_bad_night_of_sleep/ |
sivrohan | So my dr prescribed for 15 day 5 mg Ritalin but now she increased dose and prescribed another dose but the last one has been on 29 November so is it to early to pick it up
So my dr prescribed for 15 day 5 mg Ritalin but now she increased dose and prescribed another dose but the last one has been on 29 November so is it to early to pick it up
So my dr prescribed for 15 day 5 mg Ritalin but now she increased dose and prescribed another dose but the last one has been on 29 November so is it to early to pick it up | 2021-12-08T15:22:08.000Z | rbtn7v | 8 | 1 | ADHD | So my dr prescribed for 15 day 5 mg Ritalin but now she increased dose and prescribed another dose but the last one has been on 29 November so is it to early to pick it up | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtn7v/so_my_dr_prescribed_for_15_day_5_mg_ritalin_but/ |
fabulous_frolicker | But my three group partners sure did. It's due today and so far only one of them has fully completed their part but not added it to the report. Another one has been cheating and sending stuff from someone's old report so I've had to complete his part. I was planning to finish it yesterday and take today off of work but I guess not. At least I finally got my shit together in time. | 2021-12-08T15:21:40.000Z | rbtmwc | 3 | 8 | ADHD | For the first time in my life I didn't procrastinate a school project! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtmwc/for_the_first_time_in_my_life_i_didnt/ |
sivrohan | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:21:40.000Z | rbtmwb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Hi So my dr prescribed for 15 day 5 mg Ritalin but now she increased dose and prescribed another dose but the last one has been on 29 November so is it to early to pick it up | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtmwb/hi_so_my_dr_prescribed_for_15_day_5_mg_ritalin/ |
didymus5 | I (31 M) have been seen a psychiatrist twice. This Monday I am seeing a psychiatrist who will evaluate me for ADHD. I am fairly certain I have it with an inattentive presentation.
I have a history of starting projects but completely loosing the interest and will to finish them.
Writing songs
Writing books
Developing games and apps
Fixing the broken bathtub drain
I had to quit my job because I couldn’t focus on my work and couldn’t get anything done.
I have seen hope in the testimony of those who try meds for the first time, but I have also seen that even on medication people with ADHD still struggle with symptoms.
Has anyone had success beyond “finally” doing the dishes or cleaning the house? Can I reasonably hope to finish a major project for the first time in my life? | 2021-12-08T15:21:14.000Z | rbtml1 | 2 | 1 | ADHD | Will I be able to finish projects? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtml1/will_i_be_able_to_finish_projects/ |
sivrohan | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:21:04.000Z | rbtmgz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | So my dr prescribed for 15 day 5 mg Ritalin but now | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtmgz/so_my_dr_prescribed_for_15_day_5_mg_ritalin_but/ |
clock-destroyer | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:16:55.000Z | rbtjgb | 1 | 1 | ADHD | What happens when you don’t take your meds? | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbtjgb/what_happens_when_you_dont_take_your_meds/ |
Ostblocktricker | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:14:18.000Z | rbthiz | 1 | 1 | ADHD | How close is Autism to ADHD ?! | 1 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbthiz/how_close_is_autism_to_adhd/ |
slgosch8 | My son has been sneaking food and I don't know what to do. We've tried talking to him and we don't want to shame him. We can't get him to stop. He says he's hungry so we came up with healthy options that are available to him whenever he wants. But he still sneaks. I know impulse control is an issue but that's not really an excuse for the behavior. I think we're going to have to throw away the Halloween candy that's in the freezer and not make Christmas cookies but I don't want to punish his little brother for his actions either. Does anyone have any advice? | 2021-12-08T15:09:49.000Z | rbte7w | 40 | 8 | ADHD | In need of some advice! | 0.84 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbte7w/in_need_of_some_advice/ |
helweek | [removed] | 2021-12-08T15:09:43.000Z | rbte5e | 1 | 1 | ADHD | Anyone here ever try a dopamine detox? | 0.67 | https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHD/comments/rbte5e/anyone_here_ever_try_a_dopamine_detox/ |
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