ADHD/ADD Folks

atomiczombie · 08-28-2011, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Cajun_dee

Lordy, went to watch a video and within 30 seconds moved on to something else! Damn ADD !

Yeah I don't have the patience to watch all those videos either, although I would like to

ETA: I am a recovering addict/alchoholic. I therefore can't take any of the stimulant meds for my ADD. So I just live with it.

girl_dee · 08-28-2011, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by atomiczombie

Yeah I don't have the patience to watch all those videos either, although I would like to

ETA: I am a recovering addict/alchoholic. I therefore can't take any of the stimulant meds for my ADD. So I just live with it.

It's been on my list of things to do today, but I haven't gotten to it yet, but I WILL! I did do one thing on the list and finished it though! Lists do help me a great deal.

I realized when I it another tab after watching just a few seconds of the video that ....damn I got it bad ...

Nat · 11-10-2015, 08:52 AM

This is a podcast for supporting kids in the classroom, but I found it really pretty cathartic to listen to as an ADHD adult as well as informative.

Link

grenade · 02-01-2016, 02:16 AM

Combined type. It's actually gotten worse as I get older. My current job is so boring that I have to medicate.

DressyFemme · 02-12-2017, 12:24 PM

I was diagnosed in 2005 after a dear friend explained my crazy recent work difficulties as ADHD. My depression got worse after they took me off Wellbutrin and I was referred to a psychiatrist by my psychologist. After the depression was treated I still had symptoms so he put me on Strattera and I was diagnosed combined type. I was on it 10 years and it took the edge off but never treated the symptoms. I lost a job I had for 9 years and loved because I couldn't perform to standards despite accommodations. So at year 10, and with a diagnosis of Binge Eating Disorder, I asked for Vyvanse. I've now been on 60 mg daily and it's made a big difference. I'm currently thinking of going back to work part time after 9 years unemployment and constant fear of my symptoms coming back and failing again. But this time I got smart and went to VESID which is a program to find jobs for disabled workers. They've been very helpful so far. So I'm hoping I can go back to work...). Glad to be here.

EmpressM · 08-28-2011, 02:07 PM

I also have the the Inattentive type of ADD without hyperactive symptoms, however I have average energy levels. I was diagnosed as an adult. Turned out that most of the depression I'd suffered throughout my life was a symptom of my ADD. Once I was placed on the right medication and started behavioral therapy, my depression subsided without anti-depressants.

I believe an important thing to mention about medication is that a good doctor will work with you to find the right drug for you. My doctor and I tried out 4 different drugs, which turned me into a zombie. We finally tried Adderol, which helps me stay focused but doesn't take away my "sparkle". I'm a creative type and I'm always working on a painting. The medications I tried before Adderol, took away my ability to think creatively and find inspiration.

Another key piece for me was making lists and setting alarms. My lists have overarching topics with sub-topics to help prevent me from becoming overwhelmed or skipping critical steps. It's easier for me to follow a task through to completion this way. I set the alarms to help me better manage my time and if it's something I really don't want to do, it helps to know that I only have to spend 15 minutes focusing instead of 2 hours and allowing myself to become overwhelmed or distracted. If the task requires long spans of attention, I break it down into chunks and take breaks in-between so I don't become bored or lose focus. I can do anything in 15 minute intervals with 5 minute breaks, but that's just what works for me.

11-10-2015, 08:52 AM	#3
Nat Senior Member How Do You Identify?: bigender (DID System) Preferred Pronoun?: he/him or alter-specific Relationship Status: Unavailable Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Central TX Posts: 3,537 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 11,047 Thanked 13,971 Times in 2,591 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	This is a podcast for supporting kids in the classroom, but I found it really pretty cathartic to listen to as an ADHD adult as well as informative. Link __________________ I'm a fountain of blood. In the shape of a girl. - Bjork What is to give light must endure burning. -Viktor Frankl

02-12-2017, 12:24 PM	#5
DressyFemme Junior Member How Do You Identify?: FEMME Relationship Status: MARRIED :) Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 36 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 15 Thanked 90 Times in 26 Posts Rep Power: 1208582	ADHD combined type - Adult onset I was diagnosed in 2005 after a dear friend explained my crazy recent work difficulties as ADHD. My depression got worse after they took me off Wellbutrin and I was referred to a psychiatrist by my psychologist. After the depression was treated I still had symptoms so he put me on Strattera and I was diagnosed combined type. I was on it 10 years and it took the edge off but never treated the symptoms. I lost a job I had for 9 years and loved because I couldn't perform to standards despite accommodations. So at year 10, and with a diagnosis of Binge Eating Disorder, I asked for Vyvanse. I've now been on 60 mg daily and it's made a big difference. I'm currently thinking of going back to work part time after 9 years unemployment and constant fear of my symptoms coming back and failing again. But this time I got smart and went to VESID which is a program to find jobs for disabled workers. They've been very helpful so far. So I'm hoping I can go back to work...). Glad to be here.

08-28-2011, 02:07 PM	#6
EmpressM Member How Do You Identify?: human Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: texas Posts: 243 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 925 Thanked 630 Times in 180 Posts Rep Power: 9170942	I also have the the Inattentive type of ADD without hyperactive symptoms, however I have average energy levels. I was diagnosed as an adult. Turned out that most of the depression I'd suffered throughout my life was a symptom of my ADD. Once I was placed on the right medication and started behavioral therapy, my depression subsided without anti-depressants. I believe an important thing to mention about medication is that a good doctor will work with you to find the right drug for you. My doctor and I tried out 4 different drugs, which turned me into a zombie. We finally tried Adderol, which helps me stay focused but doesn't take away my "sparkle". I'm a creative type and I'm always working on a painting. The medications I tried before Adderol, took away my ability to think creatively and find inspiration. Another key piece for me was making lists and setting alarms. My lists have overarching topics with sub-topics to help prevent me from becoming overwhelmed or skipping critical steps. It's easier for me to follow a task through to completion this way. I set the alarms to help me better manage my time and if it's something I really don't want to do, it helps to know that I only have to spend 15 minutes focusing instead of 2 hours and allowing myself to become overwhelmed or distracted. If the task requires long spans of attention, I break it down into chunks and take breaks in-between so I don't become bored or lose focus. I can do anything in 15 minute intervals with 5 minute breaks, but that's just what works for me. __________________ I'm not going to change the way I look or the way I feel to conform to anything. I've always been a freak. So I've been a freak all my life and I have to live with that, you know. I'm one of those people. ~John Lennon

02-01-2016, 02:16 AM	#4
grenade Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Full Flavor Femme Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Midwest Posts: 2,929 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5,925 Thanked 8,058 Times in 2,121 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	Combined type. It's actually gotten worse as I get older. My current job is so boring that I have to medicate.