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Fitting in is bad for your health

It would be so great to fit in at school or work or the team or, or, or. We have all wished for this and sometimes it even came true. Hurray! But it never felt...

It would be so great to fit in at school or work or the team or, or, or. We have...

BLC89

•30 days ago

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In need of Friends

Hi my friends call me Dooman For over 2 years I have felt very sad and angry my face hurts daily im on a graveyard schedule so not alot to do on my days off I...

Hi my friends call me Dooman For over 2 years I have felt very sad and angry my ...

Doomann

•30 days ago

16 Replies

Hello, ADHD friends!

Hi all! First timer on HealthUnlocked. I feel like I'm writing a MySpace post. I'm Tory. A little about me, I got diagnosed with ADD when I was 8 years old....

Hi all! First timer on HealthUnlocked. I feel like I'm writing a MySpace post. ...

publicradiophile

•1 month ago

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connecting

Hi, Do any of you connect on other platforms or get each others contact info? I’m just curious as I am very new on here. I can’t keep up with so many...

Hi, Do any of you connect on other platforms or get each others contact info? I...

79Sunflower

•1 month ago

11 Replies

Hello, new here

I’m 51, mom of two. I’m happy to have found this support/community. Thank you all for sharing. I’ve already learned a lot and don’t feel so alone just after...

I’m 51, mom of two. I’m happy to have found this support/community. Thank you a...

Adelantemujer

•1 month ago

2 Replies

Recently diagnosed & started meds

hi I’m new to the group, I’m 64 & recently diagnosed with adhd & started on vyvanse 30mg ten days ago, the first few days I had intense speedy sensations,...

hi I’m new to the group, I’m 64 & recently diagnosed with adhd & started on vy...

Fivefingers

•1 month ago

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Working Memory is Creating Problems At Work

I was diagnosed two years ago at 47. Since then I’ve seen a steady decline in my working memory. If I’m in a stressful situation my memory gets worse. I’m...

I was diagnosed two years ago at 47. Since then I’ve seen a steady decline in my...

cmeanonymous

•1 month ago

8 Replies

If you're in the Midwest, don't miss this event! CHADD's Midwest Regional Conference in Des Moines, IA on April 20th!

Join us for the 2nd Annual CHADD Midwest Regional Conference, dedicated to helping individuals live well with ADHD. This exciting event will take place on...

Join us for the 2nd Annual CHADD Midwest Regional Conference, dedicated to helpi...

JamiHIS

Administrator•1 month ago

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How do people with ADD get better?

Or, how do I stop doing stupid things? Saying "that was stupid, don't do it again" doesn't work, because I forget. Medication doesn't work, it always seems to...

Or, how do I stop doing stupid things? Saying "that was stupid, don't do it agai...

Tormented555

•1 month ago

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New AI Trick

For those of us who have trouble staying focused during a long meeting, and end up missing something of importance, I have finally found my solution. I use...

For those of us who have trouble staying focused during a long meeting, and end ...

NotAChevy

•1 month ago

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It feels good to be heard

We have all done it and benefited from it. We have all shared an experience or struggle with someone else and felt better after we shared. It is the sense of...

We have all done it and benefited from it. We have all shared an experience or s...

BLC89

•1 month ago

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Looking for advice/opinions. Big issue with medication. Need help! - New to ADHD

Hi, I've recently been diagnosed with ADHD and have started ritalin (10 mg - instant release). The first 2-3 days worked amazingly however I've come to...

Hi, I've recently been diagnosed with ADHD and have started ritalin (10 mg - in...

PapaSmurf17

•1 month ago

6 Replies

Having a crisis of confidence about treating my ADHD with medication, would value your opinions/ experiences.

Hi, This is my second post on here and I found your feedback really helpful last time so I thought I'd ask another question. I am 46 female who has just been...

Hi, This is my second post on here and I found your feedback really helpful las...

Cat00

•1 month ago

44 Replies

Advice Needed and New Here

Sorry to trouble all of you. First off, nice to meet you, and I hope you are having a great day. I am in need of some advice with regards to what I should do....

Sorry to trouble all of you. First off, nice to meet you, and I hope you are hav...

Hidden

•1 month ago

5 Replies

Atomoxetine (Strattera) shortage

My pharmacy here in New Zealand has no supply for the last several weeks. Do we have any idea if there is an issue with supply? Any supply issues elsewhere?

My pharmacy here in New Zealand has no supply for the last several weeks. Do we ...

Pixiematt

•1 month ago

2 Replies

Therapy beside the stimulants

Hello everyone, Everytime I think that I started to manage my own thought process and then control my response to my emotions and actions I return to zero...

Hello everyone, Everytime I think that I started to manage my own thought proce...

Notebook24

•1 month ago

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work place HR

I had a meeting with Hr not sure if my work is discrimination or retaliation. A month ago I told my work that I wanted to transfer and didn’t disclose my ADHD...

I had a meeting with Hr not sure if my work is discrimination or retaliation. A ...

Abigg4

•1 month ago

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I knew it!

in the dreadful year of 2020 (Covid), I was diagnosed with ADHD. I was 52. I kind of thought I was ADD growing up, but never got diagnosed. When it came to...

in the dreadful year of 2020 (Covid), I was diagnosed with ADHD. I was 52. I kin...

Mastiffmama

•1 month ago

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If I can’t do my job without meds, should I find another job?

I have been dealing recently with the adderall shortage again and my work has been seriously suffering. It has been two months since I have been able to get a...

I have been dealing recently with the adderall shortage again and my work has be...

Portia_pine

•1 month ago

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ADHD Weekly -- You’re Not Too Old for an ADHD Diagnosis

Adults in their forties and fifties share what it’s like to finally be able to put a name to their challenges. Read their stories at...

Adults in their forties and fifties share what it’s like to finally be able to p...

KarenADHDWeekly

Partner•1 month ago

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Headache and foggyness

I'm starting to get headache and foggyness on my adhd medications. I take concerta and ritalin.I take my medication and my head hurts. I also drink caffeine...

I'm starting to get headache and foggyness on my adhd medications. I take conce...

daybyday365

•1 month ago

12 Replies

feeling lost

just diagnosed with inattentive adhd at 34. I have friends who have it and I recently realized I might have had it my whole life as well. There are so so many...

just diagnosed with inattentive adhd at 34. I have friends who have it and I rec...

Life-drawer

•1 month ago

13 Replies

ADHD Podcasts

here’s a few podcasts that I thought might be of interest to us all!

NotAChevy

•1 month ago

4 Replies

new medications and burn out

hello yesterday my dr prescribed Qelbree I can not take stimulants the side effects . Anyone tried this . The other thing I have stressful situations left an...

hello yesterday my dr prescribed Qelbree I can not take stimulants the side effe...

Abigg4

•1 month ago

3 Replies

can't access prescription

Hi! I have recently been officially diagnosed with ADHD as an adult (though I've been suspecting I had it for probably a decade, just reached a point where I...

Hi! I have recently been officially diagnosed with ADHD as an adult (though I'v...

rubberduckgal

•1 month ago

4 Replies

lomictol?

anyone prescribed this? I think it’s making me all lightheaded. Would love to hear your experience. Thank you!!

anyone prescribed this? I think it’s making me all lightheaded. Would love to he...

ChuckMemphis

•1 month ago

1 Reply

Local Support - Northbay California

Hi, Is there a local Northbay SF Community on here? Born with an abundance of joy! I am a single Mom of a high functioning autistic toddler. Could be ADHD....

Hi, Is there a local Northbay SF Community on here? Born with an abundance of ...

MonkeyMindMom

•1 month ago

1 Reply

new to ADHD

Hello everyone!! I just joined this group today. I recently came to the realization that I most likely have ADHD. I have not been officially diagnosed, but...

Hello everyone!! I just joined this group today. I recently came to the realiz...

Jordana1995

•1 month ago

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Mood change on concertra

I'm on concertra but I feel my mood at getting started in morning isn't great finding it difficult to start again if I stop I still lack motivation for every...

I'm on concertra but I feel my mood at getting started in morning isn't great fi...

1cupcake

•1 month ago

6 Replies

All about Me

I am in my own little world, but it is okay, everyone knows me here:)

tulipB73

•1 month ago

1 Reply

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Posts - CHADD's Adult ADHD Support | HealthUnlocked

CHADD's Adult ADHD Support

All posts for March 2024

Fitting in is bad for your health

In need of Friends

Hello, ADHD friends!

connecting

Hello, new here

Recently diagnosed & started meds

Working Memory is Creating Problems At Work

If you're in the Midwest, don't miss this event! CHADD's Midwest Regional Conference in Des Moines, IA on April 20th!

How do people with ADD get better?

New AI Trick

It feels good to be heard

Looking for advice/opinions. Big issue with medication. Need help! - New to ADHD

Having a crisis of confidence about treating my ADHD with medication, would value your opinions/ experiences.

Advice Needed and New Here

Atomoxetine (Strattera) shortage

Therapy beside the stimulants

work place HR

I knew it!

If I can’t do my job without meds, should I find another job?

ADHD Weekly -- You’re Not Too Old for an ADHD Diagnosis

Headache and foggyness

feeling lost

ADHD Podcasts

new medications and burn out

can't access prescription

lomictol?

Local Support - Northbay California

new to ADHD

Mood change on concertra

All about Me

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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