I now know that I have had ADHD all of my life. I have recollections of problems from first grade on. I have complaints from even Family of interrupting someone speaking, loud talking, talking too much, inattentive, and also impulsive. I am hyper, anxious, Impatient and emotionally sensitive from criticism and rejection. I was diagnosed in 2005, but I have fallen through many medical cracks and because of time constraints, discouragement, and just not knowing which way to turn at any given point. I am fidgety and restless, and not able to turn my brain off. This, of course causes difficulty, falling asleep, with a worry syndrome. I also have difficulty finishing tasks without starting another and finding myself in the middle of mess of unfinished work. That only does this cause frustration, but I feel angry and sad. Also many times there has been shame from missed appointments even with great friends. There has been so many aspects in my life with problems from this that I have had to work very hard to even function. I am desperately. looking for help for peace and harmony in my life as I am now 75 years old and still struggling with this.
Peace & Harmony with ADHD: I now know... - CHADD's Adult ADH...
Peace & Harmony with ADHD
hello1234jack, Are you currently taking any meds for your adhd? Thinking about taking meds? How you go about the medication side of adhd depends heavily on where you live ( US, UK, etc. ) and current medical insurance. Your list of your adhd traits reads like you have 100% coverage so you will surely find helpful information and guidance on this website.
Your initial question is quite broad so see what kind of feedback you get.
Our couples therapist feels I need stimulant medication, but I have not been able to find a psychiatrist yet. In our area, there is a lot not taking new patients. The therapist also feels I am depressed which I don't feel depressed.
I too was told I'm depressed soooo frustrated. I'm depressed because of the adhd mess I'm in!
I feel your pain. I feel like I'm in the same boat, just a little younger, but I see you as similar to my future self, and that I'll be the same way when/if I get to be your age. It makes me feel hopeless, and I don't know what to do either. You're not alone
Don't give up! It can be very discouraging, but I knew our world would not wait for me. I learned a lot on my own, as it would be very difficult to survive in others brain normalcy. I am at the age now where I just want to quit driving myself and others crazy. Thank God I am good natured, and laugh at myself a lot on the outside where I still may be dying on the inside. Are you on any medication? I am not yet, but have learned it is the most successful neurological problem that is helped by medication. I am keeping my fingers crossed!
What had helped me is - get rid of most of your obligations and possessions . Become a minimalist and start taking supplements and exercising. Go outside daily. Do activities you enjoy. Don’t look back only forward
Good to hear you are on your own new path now, 1234jack! And at our age we know when it’s true for Us! I am the same age and 3 yrs ago began to read Dr Hallowell, this website and others that were speaking my truth. Learn all your traits , wonderful resilient creative strategies and find solutions for your tough ones. For me it’s overwhelm. But there are many online webinars, podcasts , and new neurodivergent friends for us.
Starting here.
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