ADHD has ruined my life once. I won't let it do it twice.

[BigGinger420]

I'm 35 years old and I have severe ADHD. I don't know that much about it to be honest. I was diagnosed with it as a kid and again by my therapist recently. It keeps me from a desk job. It's made me hyper sexual and it was the cause of immense amounts of shame being thrown at me by my parents which caused a co dependency disorder. I'm learning how to navigate my new information about myself and my therapist recommended this support group. I'm hoping to meet people like myself and gain collective wisdom! Love you speedy heads!

[RoseZen]

You are definitely not alone in this! It’s so great that you’re here and reaching out to others for support—it’s truly a day-by-day process, and it’s okay to take things one step at a time. Some things that have really helped me are using sticky notes for reminders, incorporating yoga into my routine for mental clarity, and organizing tasks with Todoist. These small tools can make a big difference when it feels overwhelming. Keep going, and remember, this journey is about progress, not perfection. We’re all in this together! I'm new to the support group too

[BigGinger420 in reply to RoseZen]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Seriously it's so nice to come back here and have support. Bless you! Keep on doing your best everyday! That's all we can do!

[STEM_Dad]

Welcome to the forum!

This is one of my favorite ADHD communities, and I've joined a few (noted in my bio). The support, engagement, and info sharing in this group is pretty good.

Feel free to ask questions, share your perspective, and search for info in the older posts here.

[Zilmita]

Welcome to the club. I was diagnosed with ADHD/Learning Disability, and slightly Dylexsia when I was 6 years old. I've also been shamed into co-dependancy. Society just doesn't want us to succeed in the way(s) that we want to. We just want to be normal like everyone else. Pay our own bills with our own money, buy our own car, etc. Jut know that you're not alone.

[BigGinger420 in reply to Zilmita]

Woof this just about made me cry! I totally agree!! I used to just absolutely despise myself because I couldn't focus like other people, even when I was desperately trying to! It used to make my dad who's solid as a rock sooooo mad. He felt he was failing and that I was just being stubborn. So far from the truth. My mom saw this and basically did everything for me for most of my life. I've been learning how destructive that can be and attempting to set boundaries. I'm honestly kinda terrified of it, but super hopeful too. It's a nauseous feeling of happiness that I'm finally working on it and depression because it took me so long to start...