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Recently diagnosed with ADHD- relationship issues

Hello everyone. I've recently gotten diagnosed with ADHD- it explains so much- the forgetfulness, impulsiveness and disorganization. Tried going to a...

Hello everyone. I've recently gotten diagnosed with ADHD- it explains so much-...

GatsbyCat

•4 years ago

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Overcoming ADD without Meds

Has anyone tried to overcome their ADD without meds, antidepressants and choose to reduce symptoms with a low-carb diet (no preservatives/sugar/junk food etc.)...

Has anyone tried to overcome their ADD without meds, antidepressants and choose ...

jenn15

•4 years ago

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Booster for Vyvanse

I’ve been taking Vyvanse for years. Since about 2012. I was on 40 for about 5 years then went up to 60 & 70. Then I stopped at my own discretion. I decided...

I’ve been taking Vyvanse for years. Since about 2012. I was on 40 for about 5 ye...

bigshooTer39

•4 years ago

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Why is Adderall working inconsistently? Sometimes works great, sometimes does nothing, sometimes makes symptoms worse

Hello, I have been recently diagnosed with combined type ADHD and have been taking Adderall for about two months. I had a diagnosis from a psychiatrist but I...

Hello, I have been recently diagnosed with combined type ADHD and have been taki...

Zoe5267

•4 years ago

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ISO ADHD Specialist in Twin Cities, MN

ISO Adult ADHD coach or therapist in Hennepin County, prefer male, I need help with TOOLS to better manage my condition. I'm lonely,depressed and my marriage...

ISO Adult ADHD coach or therapist in Hennepin County, prefer male, I need help w...

torgerme

•4 years ago

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Trying to find an ADHD specialist in Minneapolis area

Hello all, I'm trying to find a ADHD specialist for my 28 Y/O son whose life has finally come crashing down due to inability to function in daily life. We've...

Hello all, I'm trying to find a ADHD specialist for my 28 Y/O son whose life has...

zonarosso

•4 years ago

6 Replies

Help!!

I am looking for Equestrian Therapy for adults with mental health problems near Springfield Ohio.

I am looking for Equestrian Therapy for adults with mental health problems near ...

MommaPaint

•4 years ago

3 Replies

Recommendation to get through emails faster

I’m 40, recently diagnosed with ADHD inattentive. I work as a manager and get a lot of email. I’ve always struggled w ith reading, and email specifically has...

I’m 40, recently diagnosed with ADHD inattentive. I work as a manager and get a ...

Wildbrain

•4 years ago

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STRATTERA

anyone on antidepressants try Strattera for ADD? I went on vyvance but my doc made me go off it since I was loosing weight and it was making me really...

anyone on antidepressants try Strattera for ADD? I went on vyvance but my doc ma...

anxiousoutcast

•4 years ago

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Anyone try coffee for ADHD, for child.

My son who is 7 has adhd, also very temperamental as well. Not any drugs now. But prelim diagnosis is adhd. Very disruptive in class. Was told my another...

My son who is 7 has adhd, also very temperamental as well. Not any drugs now. Bu...

larryvon1012

•4 years ago

18 Replies

Medication and prescriber advise please!

I went to see a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to see if my anxiety issues were stemming from ADHD and if adhd meds could be helpful. After a 20-30 min...

I went to see a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to see if my anxiety issues were ...

AniSk

•4 years ago

7 Replies

Employment: A Lifetime of Unmet Expectations

Im 51, divorced, creative, charismatic, have had many successes, etc etc. The world doesn't know how difficult having ADD is. I have a degree, Ive had many...

Im 51, divorced, creative, charismatic, have had many successes, etc etc. The wo...

Blubliss

•4 years ago

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Tired of being treated as if I am requesting Heroin with a side order of Fentanyl patches.

I am wondering if anyone else has experienced what I have when it comes to getting your prescription for ADHD medication. First, I have been taking medication...

I am wondering if anyone else has experienced what I have when it comes to getti...

SleeplessinMaryland

•4 years ago

27 Replies

New to vyvance

Quick question. I started this drug yesterday. He started me in a ridiculously low dose.... when should I be feeling the effects?

Quick question. I started this drug yesterday. He started me in a ridiculously ...

Julescp

•4 years ago

5 Replies

How do I get diagnosed?

I'm 99% sure I have ADD but I'm not sure how to get help or get diagnosed. Can someone help?

I'm 99% sure I have ADD but I'm not sure how to get help or get diagnosed. Can s...

Zarem_12

•4 years ago

9 Replies

johncr name change “johnfamilyman”

User name a bit more informative about who I am. Thanks for everyone’s post, Learning to live a lifetime with adult ADHD

User name a bit more informative about who I am. Thanks for everyone’s post, ...

johnfamilyman

•4 years ago

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Support group in NYC?

I am an adult looking for a support group in NYC, which I can't seem to find. I can't believe there are not resources for adults with ADD in NYC. Can anyone...

I am an adult looking for a support group in NYC, which I can't seem to find. I ...

eash

•4 years ago

19 Replies

Looking for ADHD coaches input

Hi, I am asking for ADHD coaches input for me. It's something I want to do , but have some questions I hope someone will be kind enough to answer. Please...

Hi, I am asking for ADHD coaches input for me. It's something I want to do , but...

Hidden

•4 years ago

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PTSD AND ADHD AND BEING BROUGHT UP BY A borderline personality disorder parent

So i think I have adhd in adulthood, it makes sense but I also have explosive anger when I am triggered by something that feels like an event that happened to...

So i think I have adhd in adulthood, it makes sense but I also have explosive an...

Freedomforme

•4 years ago

6 Replies

Two people with adhd

Any couples who are both ADHD? So I think I have ptsd n ADHD I think my partner has ADHD/narcissism maybe Anyone else found it all confusing? Finding out...

Any couples who are both ADHD? So I think I have ptsd n ADHD I think my partner...

Freedomforme

•4 years ago

9 Replies

Trying to do normal!

Hi, first post! Weird to be honest. I've struggled so much with doing everyday things, I just give up on them and dont get it done until it's what feels like...

Hi, first post! Weird to be honest. I've struggled so much with doing everyday t...

INTPADHD

•4 years ago

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Time Blindness Blues

Hi! This is my first post. I just wanted to reach out an ask the community how u cope with time time blindness? And how do you cope with the frustration from...

Hi! This is my first post. I just wanted to reach out an ask the community how u...

Ir192

•4 years ago

13 Replies

Support group

Support groups. Looking for a local support group for adults with ADHD in Nassau county NY . Thanks

Support groups. Looking for a local support group for adults with ADHD in Nassa...

Triumph31

•4 years ago

1 Reply

Weight gain on adderall

I have been on adderall 20mg since July 2019 when I was diagnosed at age 47. It has been great for my focus and decreased my anxiety but I have put on 40lbs! I...

I have been on adderall 20mg since July 2019 when I was diagnosed at age 47. It ...

Challenged

•4 years ago

41 Replies

10mg XR doesn't hold me

I'm 44 and i finally got my test results. I have inattentive adhd/hyperactivity and my dr. Started me on 10mg xr adderall and it seems to work but only for a...

I'm 44 and i finally got my test results. I have inattentive adhd/hyperactivity ...

Joanna197

•4 years ago

4 Replies

Stuck in a maze

Hi everyone, I’m from the uk. I would like to know what can I do to help my ADHD because I can’t afford the treatments nor coaching and it’s left me feeling...

Hi everyone, I’m from the uk. I would like to know what can I do to help my ADHD...

Simply_Blue

•4 years ago

20 Replies

My mistakes always hurt my wife more than me

I'm 33, had ADHD most of my life (first mentioned when I was 12), but I've only been on medicine a couple months. My wife has had to put up with my inability...

I'm 33, had ADHD most of my life (first mentioned when I was 12), but I've only ...

jschoolfailure

•4 years ago

12 Replies

Scholarships?

I just found this resource, thanks! I'm going back to college and am looking for scholarships. Does anyone know of any?

I just found this resource, thanks! I'm going back to college and am looking fo...

ksmm

•4 years ago

2 Replies

The friend issue with ADHD

Making consistent friends is still the biggest upset and challenge for me as someone with ADHD. It constantly feels like you're alone, even when surrounded by...

Making consistent friends is still the biggest upset and challenge for me as som...

Codebox42

•4 years ago

6 Replies

Finally have good news.

As I have stated before, I'm someone who's been screaming for help and not really given a lot of opportunities to do much as I want with my life, well about a...

As I have stated before, I'm someone who's been screaming for help and not reall...

Codebox42

•4 years ago

3 Replies

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Posts - CHADD's Adult ADHD Support | HealthUnlocked

CHADD's Adult ADHD Support

All posts for February 2020

Recently diagnosed with ADHD- relationship issues

Overcoming ADD without Meds

Booster for Vyvanse

Why is Adderall working inconsistently? Sometimes works great, sometimes does nothing, sometimes makes symptoms worse

ISO ADHD Specialist in Twin Cities, MN

Trying to find an ADHD specialist in Minneapolis area

Help!!

Recommendation to get through emails faster

STRATTERA

Anyone try coffee for ADHD, for child.

Medication and prescriber advise please!

Employment: A Lifetime of Unmet Expectations

Tired of being treated as if I am requesting Heroin with a side order of Fentanyl patches.

New to vyvance

How do I get diagnosed?

johncr name change “johnfamilyman”

Support group in NYC?

Looking for ADHD coaches input

PTSD AND ADHD AND BEING BROUGHT UP BY A borderline personality disorder parent

Two people with adhd

Trying to do normal!

Time Blindness Blues

Support group

Weight gain on adderall

10mg XR doesn't hold me

Stuck in a maze

My mistakes always hurt my wife more than me

Scholarships?

The friend issue with ADHD

Finally have good news.

Search posts

Pinned Posts

Latest poll

Has this community positively impacted your ADHD journey? If yes, please describe how in the replies below

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