Resources in Northeast Ohio

[Orangehaggis]

I think I'm still technically undiagnosed, although the therapist I'm seeing currently doesn't think I have ADHD, the psychiatric NP attached to the practice thinks I'm probably right to suspect it and prescribed atomoxetine yesterday. I do have anxiety and depression symptoms, but I'm convinced that they're the correct feelings to have after 35 years of being late, getting lost, losing things, failing to do homework (including logging feelings for my therapist), and generally doing nothing in a timely and efficient manner. All the consequences of those things, and the desire not to be a flake but failing not to be had caused serious self-esteem erosion. Now, I'm essentially on my own in terms of family.

Are there any resources in Northeast Ohio I might look into? I usually end my therapy sessions feeling pretty crappy about myself but I want to stick with it if that's to be expected. Uncomfortable is ok if it helps me long-term, but I'd still like to speak with somebody with more specific info about ADHD.

I tried contacting the nearest CHADD chapter to me, which isn't terribly nearby, but haven't heard anything in about a week.

Mark

[The1Path]

Hi Mark, I also live in North East Ohio and there are no local support groups that I have found yet. Go to add.org for a great organization with virtual support groups. They also have many online resources that are very helpful.

[Orangehaggis in reply to The1Path]

Thank you. Do you have ADHD, yourself? Would you be willing to tell me about your experience by private message?