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Memory Issues

Has anyone else been experiencing memory issues? I've been forgetting about appointments, assignments, conversations, etc. For example, I have no recollection...

Has anyone else been experiencing memory issues? I've been forgetting about appo...

NinjaBunnyGirl

•3 years ago

37 Replies

Self monitoring

I realised I have ADHD recently. I use a tablet every day. Now I understand I couldn't do self-monitoring. My question is how can I improve self-monitoring?

I realised I have ADHD recently. I use a tablet every day. Now I understand I co...

1366

•3 years ago

1 Reply

ADHD Medication Question

Hello, I just have a couple of questions that I am hoping this awesome community can help with. A little background: I am 22 years old and just been diagnosed...

Hello, I just have a couple of questions that I am hoping this awesome community...

Penguinknees1

•3 years ago

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How Food and Diet Impact ADHD

Hi there, I uploaded a video on my ADHD youtube channel where I discuss the role and importance of food and nutrition for those of us with ADHD, along with...

Hi there, I uploaded a video on my ADHD youtube channel where I discuss the role...

Eclecticentric77

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Just diagnosed with ADHD and given Dextroampamphet

Hello, I'm not gonna lie I'm pretty nervous about taking this medication. I am 22 and recently been diagnosed with ADHD, therefore I was given this stimulant...

Hello, I'm not gonna lie I'm pretty nervous about taking this medication. I am 2...

Penguinknees1

•3 years ago

7 Replies

Diagnosed and starting Meds at 26 - What should I look for?

Hi there, This past Friday I went to a psychiatrist for fear I may have clinical anxiety or bipolar disorder. I was diagnosed with ADHD and my whole life...

Hi there, This past Friday I went to a psychiatrist for fear I may have clinical...

lyssforprez

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Considering Meds: Psychiatrist vs PCP

I'm new here. At age 60 I recently was diagnosed with ADHD. In my case I seem to suffer primarily from memory and impulsiveness (non financial thank goodness)...

I'm new here. At age 60 I recently was diagnosed with ADHD. In my case I seem t...

Stoneman60

•3 years ago

4 Replies

FRIENDS OR FOES?

How many of your friends have ADHD?

RollingThunder

•3 years ago

10 Replies

Affordable, Probono, financial assistance adhd coaching

Hello, Im in search of an adhd coach. I was diagnosed 4 years ago. Im 28 years old. I cannot afford to pay for an adhd coach and would appreciate any resources...

Hello, Im in search of an adhd coach. I was diagnosed 4 years ago. Im 28 years o...

Jessa21

•3 years ago

4 Replies

Can I exercise 5 days a week if I’m taking Vyvanse?

To be more specific. I’m naturally a slim guy and I used to workout 5 days a week to build up. However I went into depression and stopped. Further down the...

To be more specific. I’m naturally a slim guy and I used to workout 5 days a wee...

Hidden

•3 years ago

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Which of these Books would Be most helpfull. ( for a P.G.)

This is a Continuation of my Previous Post.. I'd love to Buy all of them & finish them in a week. But... I'm WAAAY two Broke to do that. So, Please recommend...

This is a Continuation of my Previous Post.. I'd love to Buy all of them & finis...

brocoli_420

•3 years ago

5 Replies

I (think I) need a (different) Doctor...

If you’d rather have a computer read this to you, than read the whole thing yourself... here you go....

If you’d rather have a computer read this to you, than read the whole thing your...

brocoli_420

•3 years ago

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FOCUS ON THE POSITIVE

Focus on the 151 Positive Things if you have ADHD Ability to find alternate paths to overcome obstacles Able to take on large situations...

Focus on the 151 Positive Things if you have ADHD Ability to find alternate pa...

RollingThunder

•3 years ago

2 Replies

3 weeks to write an email and get my shit together

I recognize now and during the last 3 weeks I've been in a slump. I just wanted to share. thank you. It's hard to even take the 5 minutes I need to write an...

I recognize now and during the last 3 weeks I've been in a slump. I just wanted ...

randyj302

•3 years ago

14 Replies

Adhd/add coach

Does anyone have an adhd/add coach that takes medical insurance ? I am having an impossible time finding one 😩

Does anyone have an adhd/add coach that takes medical insurance ? I am having an...

Eligee24

•3 years ago

2 Replies

Hello!

Hi everyone! I'm fairly new here but I'm glad theres a community around ADHD and mental health here to help each other figure this crazy world out :)

Hi everyone! I'm fairly new here but I'm glad theres a community around ADHD and...

tim_tam

•3 years ago

2 Replies

I wanted to share my first time with my therapist :D

Today I went to the therapist and I was nervous. She asked me all the general questions and stuff. Then she asked if I knew what ADHD was and I said yes.( I...

Today I went to the therapist and I was nervous. She asked me all the general qu...

Flor1310

•3 years ago

2 Replies

New Here

Hi Everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself to the community and hope everyone is healthy and happy. I am here to connect with other adults living with the...

Hi Everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself to the community and hope everyon...

PTurboS

•3 years ago

2 Replies

The beginning of the end of a relationship

▲ I've been dating my boyfriend for practically a year. At first, everything was fine and nice. Several little things happened that made us both distrust...

▲ I've been dating my boyfriend for practically a year. At first, everything w...

Chiara09

•3 years ago

9 Replies

I Want To Hear Your Story!

Hello, I want to hear ADHD-ers stories. Stories where the people in your life stigmatized your diagnosis. But, I want to hear if others have had...

Hello, I want to hear ADHD-ers stories. Stories where the people in your life ...

rywoo

•3 years ago

1 Reply

Music always makes me feel better

AC/DC picked my mood up and got me going ! Some good old rock and roll just gets me going with a little Aerosmith!

AC/DC picked my mood up and got me going ! Some good old rock and roll just gets...

JW621

•3 years ago

3 Replies

I’m in 70 mg vyvanse and 30 mg adderall

I can’t function. I feel sleepy. How is that possible? I’m so lazy as if I have hangover traits. I only took half dosage of olanzepine and fluoxetine last...

I can’t function. I feel sleepy. How is that possible? I’m so lazy as if I have ...

JW621

•3 years ago

4 Replies

Has anyone tried Provasil or citicoline as a supplement to ADD med, or alone? Reading how Provasil helps brain function. Citicoline too.

Saw mr Dr. last week and switched to methylphenidate IR. Told her I think extended release might have been the cause for the muscle pain. I'm on my 2nd. day....

Saw mr Dr. last week and switched to methylphenidate IR. Told her I think extend...

ptas

•3 years ago

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Work feeling impossible?

Here to inquire specifically about ADHD and working (please note I am not yet diagnosed). Does anyone else job hop due to boredom (to the point where staying...

Here to inquire specifically about ADHD and working (please note I am not yet di...

starbloom425

•3 years ago

8 Replies

Vyvanse vs Adderall XR/IR Experiences

What has people’s experience been with Vyvanse vs Adderall XR? I’m taking 60mg of Vyvanse which is great for the 4-5 hours it’s working but the crash is...

What has people’s experience been with Vyvanse vs Adderall XR? I’m taking 60mg ...

Kgbuggy

•3 years ago

2 Replies

Adhd

I'm mohammad from Iran and Im 19 years old. I've been diagnosed with ADHD since last year. And the most important thing that took me to visit a doctor was I...

I'm mohammad from Iran and Im 19 years old. I've been diagnosed with ADHD since ...

Mohammad1234

•3 years ago

7 Replies

Medication isn’t an option / what are your top helps in daily life?

Hi. I’m a 57yo woman who was diagnosed 12 years ago when our eldest was 7. Quickly went on Vyvanse and it was like a new world. However, after a few months...

Hi. I’m a 57yo woman who was diagnosed 12 years ago when our eldest was 7. Quick...

Boo0102

•3 years ago

9 Replies

Technology. Help or Hindrance?

I feel the technology explosion over the last 20 years has been the bane of my ADHD brain. It started out well intentioned and somewhat useful but it is now...

I feel the technology explosion over the last 20 years has been the bane of my A...

applejack123

•3 years ago

3 Replies

The therapist with ADHD v. The ADHD therapist

I've often been disappointed by therapists/counselors who specialize in ADHD and also have ADHD. On one hand, it's nice to know that the person helping you...

I've often been disappointed by therapists/counselors who specialize in ADHD and...

applejack123

•3 years ago

21 Replies

Helpful Graphic

I'm always frustrated about the pervasive misunderstanding of ADHD and like to pick up ways to quickly explain to others. I was surprised to see ADHD trending...

I'm always frustrated about the pervasive misunderstanding of ADHD and like to p...

applejack123

•3 years ago

1 Reply

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Posts - CHADD's Adult ADHD Support | HealthUnlocked

CHADD's Adult ADHD Support

All posts for February 2021

Memory Issues

Self monitoring

ADHD Medication Question

How Food and Diet Impact ADHD

Just diagnosed with ADHD and given Dextroampamphet

Diagnosed and starting Meds at 26 - What should I look for?

Considering Meds: Psychiatrist vs PCP

FRIENDS OR FOES?

Affordable, Probono, financial assistance adhd coaching

Can I exercise 5 days a week if I’m taking Vyvanse?

Which of these Books would Be most helpfull. ( for a P.G.)

I (think I) need a (different) Doctor...

FOCUS ON THE POSITIVE

3 weeks to write an email and get my shit together

Adhd/add coach

Hello!

I wanted to share my first time with my therapist :D

New Here

The beginning of the end of a relationship

I Want To Hear Your Story!

Music always makes me feel better

I’m in 70 mg vyvanse and 30 mg adderall

Has anyone tried Provasil or citicoline as a supplement to ADD med, or alone? Reading how Provasil helps brain function. Citicoline too.

Work feeling impossible?

Vyvanse vs Adderall XR/IR Experiences

Adhd

Medication isn’t an option / what are your top helps in daily life?

Technology. Help or Hindrance?

The therapist with ADHD v. The ADHD therapist

Helpful Graphic

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Latest poll

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

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