I was only officially diagnosed ADHD this year. I feel overwhelmed and alone. I know the CHADD group meet one a month on Google but are there any zoom meeting that meet more often?
Any suggestions for podcasts or books on Audible?
Im happy that all these things i thought was wrong with me actually arent my fault and im grateful there is a solution. Im conntected to a 12 step program for the last 20 years so i know that having support from others who share the same diagnosis are invaluable. My friends an famIly dont share this and don't understand. Feeling alone in the battle is taking a toll.
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I felt a bit like this at first so I just wanted to reassure you that it does get better! I also ended up doing the same thing, connecting to groups, looking for peer support and educating myself.
There’s a lot out there, though I think some of it should be taken with a pitch of salt. ADHD research is fairly new and much of what we find online is based on individual experience or has some gender bias (women may experience ADHD differently, as you might already know). You will eventually get a better sense of how your own brain works and which tools are or aren’t helpful for you. It’s an inner journey, but you are not alone in it!
Some things that helped me, besides therapy (which I strongly recommend btw):
A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD by Sari Solden. Really empowering. Exists as audiobook as well as as the paper/digital read as far as I know.
And stick with us for a bit. Read other people's posts and replies and respond, and you will get more reactions and feel more a part of something.
I don’t know of any online groups myself and I'd not be living enough to clock work to commit. This I find better as I can dip in and out and respond when it fits with my other stuff and mood.
Definitely join ADDA, we’ll worth the $78 annual membership. I went to 2 support groups for first time this past week and look forward to a third or fourth soon. One for work, one for beginners, one for meditation that was great. There is also one for women over 50. I know you are younger and it is good to know it is there when you are ready. I felt so much more connected after joining! I also felt alone. I was diagnosed last year at 51. I knew all those years I was different and not why. It really does help to hear others’ stories and also be heard and accepted. Good luck to you!
Welcome to the "tribe" I was diagnosed technically in school, but didn't do anything about it until I hit the wall in college... Later in life I went through some denial when I lost the doctor who was treating me (I pretended it wasn't that bad) again until I hit the wall at work! I'm definitely taking a more personal journey this time with some of the resources others have mentioned. Learning about things that were/are impacted in my life has really helped process past issues. Don't bother trying to convince everyone in your life, just talk with those willing to listen, there is a huge "Everybody is a little ADD" crowd out there that dismiss it. On the lighter side I follow The ADHD Gift on facebook, shared laughter helps! The more I read and think, oh god that's me! The less alone I feel.
I'm in the process of getting an official diagnosis and I am feeding the same. I am 59 and I am having a difficult time how much of my life could have been different. My family really don't understand so I feel alone too. I am already on meds, which is helping with more clarity and focus.
I am also looking for a more frequent group for support. I can't afford to pay for coaching right now, so feeling 😕 lost innthe sea of information.
I pray we both find and get the support we need soon.
I was also diagnosed with ADHD this year and one podcast that has really helped me is "The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast." The hostess is from the UK so I find her accent to be soothing and she covers a large range of topics to help women navigate their ADHD. I leave every episode with clarity, relief, or helpful tips 🙂
Amber, I am also recently diagnosed. Is there a body double group you know? What is the 12 step program that you mentioned in your post? Without some interaction and accountability partner, I am finding it difficult to get started on any task or maintain focus beyond 30 minutes.
I am new as well and felt the same way, family don't understand the need for support. I listen to podcasts and ADDA.org was recommended. I became a member. They have a lot of zoom groups in different areas, meets 2 times a moth. You can plan out support by choosing the groups that speakses to you. Also webinars from experts live and on replay. You are no longer alone, there are so many that have paved a path for us to live a better life. 😉 Blessings! 🙏🏽
Hi there, I'm 66 and in 12-step recovery, too (33 yrs), just diagnosed. Am finding the meds life- changing but still struggling with the fact I spent my enitre working life battling my symptoms up until my (recent) retirement! Hope you're doing well now.
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