#attention defecit disorder

[completeandrandomshit]

Life with ADHD

Interviewer: What's your greatest stregnth? Me: ADHD. Interviewer: What's your greatest weakness? Me: ADHD.

#adhd #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #attention defecit hyperactive disorder #add #attention defecit disorder #life with adhd #mental health #mental health issues #cognitive issues

[lovelygoblin]

meme for my fellow goons cursed with both executive dysfunction and a uterus at the same time

#my post #adhd #meme #mental illness #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #ovaries #women with adhd #not all women have uterus and not all ppl w uterus are women but ya know tag cause womens health is a neglected topic #progesterone #add #attention defecit disorder

[themangledsans0508]

People with ADHD/add how do you actually get yourself to do work on time like I mean when you feel that physical despair at thinking of doing your tasks how do you get past that

#ADHD #add #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #attention defecit disorder

[vultania]

yo, it's my first time back in a while

assignments are hard

I have anxiety that I have never actually picked up on before. I never realised that my inability to study/open a textbook/take notes in class was because of anxiety. It's mild, it doesn't make me want to curl up into a ball and die, but it does stop me from completing my assignments. Even as I write this i'm procrastinating on an assignment that's due tomorrow at 5pm but I'm working all day.

I wish we'd talk about the softer symptoms of anxiety more. Anxiety isn't just panic attacks. It's not just low self-esteem. If you stare at the textbook and say, "I need to read this," and you freeze at the thought of opening it, that's anxiety. Playing video games when you know you have assignments due is anxiety.

Look, these are just my symptoms. It's of course different for everyone. But I have never had an anxiety/panic attack in my life. I have never experienced anything to that extent.

What I have experienced is the crippling inability to stat my assessments, and the hatred of slow-cooked assignments with long, drawn-out deadlines. This is why I like exams better -- it's a pressure cooker that doesn't take flipping forever. Slow-cooked assignments are the ultimate set-and-forget. Key word being forget.

tldr please talk about the softer symptoms of anxiety. That fear doesn't have to be at the forefront of your mind all the time. It can be at the back of your mind and it'll never rear its ugly head until you're told that you have it. Until you're told that what you experience is anxiety.

Thanks for reading. And now I'm gonna bugger off for another few weeks. Stay tuned for July, when I go to Rome and post some nice pictures of the city!

#anxiety #mental illness #my poor brain #autism #ADD #attention defecit disorder #attention defecit #executive dysfunction

[samijami]

I hate how I'm expected to grow out of my learning disabilities

#adhd post #actually adhd #adhd thoughts #adhd brain #adhd mood #autism #actually austistic #austism #autistic feels #autistic experiences #autistic things #autistic life #actually audhd #audhd things #audhd #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #attention defecit #autism spectrum disorder #autism spectrum condition #learning disability #learning disorder #learning disabled #mentally disordered #mentally disabled #child neglect #tw child neglect #tired of being tired #mentally tired #tired of this shit #tired thoughts

[starlight-bread-blog]

Today I overheard a convo of people talking about ADHD saying everyone has it and it's just how the brain works...

Almost everyone has trouble concentrating. That's not ADHD.

"ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can cause attention difficulties, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Research suggests that imbalances of neurotransmitters, such as dopamine".

Reducing ADHD to just trouble concentrating is inaccurate and quite ignorant. Some symptoms I have:

Hyperactivity and Impulsivity: Being unable to sit still, especially in calm or quiet surroundings, constantly fidgeting, being unable to concentrate on tasks, excessive physical movement, excessive talking, being unable to wait their turn, acting without thinking, interrupting conversations, little or no sense of danger.

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Hyperfocus: Happens when a person becomes so absorbed in an activity that they tune out to everything around them. This usually occurs when the person is engaging in something they find fun, rewarding, and stimulating.

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Hyperfixation: Intense focus on a single subject may cause you to spend more time and energy on it than you intend to. If left unchecked, hyperfixation can lead to negative consequences and disrupt your day-to-day functioning.

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ADHD Paralysis: When a person with ADHD is overwhelmed by their environment or the amount of information given. As a result, they freeze and aren’t able to think or function effectively. This makes it challenging for the individual to focus and complete their tasks—including urgent ones.

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Emotional Dysregulation: Experiencing emotions so deeply that they become overwhelmed or “flooded.” One may feel joy, anger, pain, or confusion in a given situation—and the intensity may precede impulsive behaviors they regret later.

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Executive Dysfunction: A term used to describe faults or weaknesses in the cognitive process that organizes thoughts and activities, prioritizes tasks, manages time efficiently, and makes decisions. (I wouldn't say I experience this, but it's really common).

And if you know you don't have ADHD and think this is all relatable, remember the extent.

It's a disordser. I'm sure people without ADHD struggle a lot with some of these, but they do not have a biological difference that causes them. There's a difference between struggling with something and having a disorder.

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It has medical treatment, as s disorder. There are 3 different types of medicine that are prescribed by professional doctors. If you know you don't have ADHD, you cannot take it. Just like medicine for any other disorder.

A few not-so-fun statistics about people with ADHD:

Percent of children with ADHD who had at least one other disorder:

[The facts below are taken from Cross River Therapy]

About 10% of people with ADHD a substance use disorder regarding alcohol or drugs.

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Bipolar disorder is 6 times more common in adults with ADHD.

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About 33% of students with ADHD dropout of high school, more than twice as many as those without ADHD.

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Only 15% of people with ADHD complete a four-year degree at a university.

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Drivers with ADHD have a risk of accidents that is 47% higher than their non-ADHD peers.

Not everyone has ADHD.

And I kindly ask everyone to stop saying things like this. Because it's contributing to the myth that ADHD isn't a real disorder, just something people make up for attention, or isn't that serious.

#adhd things #adhd problems #adhd brain #adhd issues #actually adhd #mental heath #mental health awareness #mental health statistics #adhd awareness #adhd is wild #adhd culture #adhd diagnosis #mental disorders #depression #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #attention defecit #adhd

[classicalpianovibes]

Okay, so a "little" infodump on ADHD and a rant about the treatment of people with ADHD in the media

This post focuses on ADHD and media representation of ADHD.

Introduction

I know this isn't my usual type of content, but I need to rant to an audience. I will get back to my usual type of content after this. I got diagnosed with ADHD over two months ago, and I've started following a few ADHD accounts on YT and Instagram to find social support, but what I've seen is tons of comments filled with misinformation under every single video/post about ADHD. I also saw this type of behavior from news outlets and the comments under every single ADHD news story I found. I decided to make this post to make it clear what ADHD really is and what it is not. I attempt to be as truthful and unbiased as possible, but I am only a human being so if you notice something wrong, please let me know in the comments.

What is ADHD? (And what it isn't)

ADHD is a condition that affects a person's attention, impulsivity and activity. Some have difficulty with only their attention, some have with only their hyperactivity, some have difficulty with both. It can affect both girls and boys, both women and men. You are born with it and it doesn't disappear as you age. You can't get it from using the internet too much. It is a real condition and not manufactured by "big pharma" or whatever some say. It isn't a fake condition that drug addicts use to get meth. It's not easy to get a diagnosis and you need to pass a drug test. It has been around for a long time before internet and western medicine. It is genetic. Symptoms can be managed through therapy, medicine and the help of loved ones. What doesn't help is grit, daily grind and prayers, neither does blaming and yelling.

What are the symptoms? (Inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, emotional dysregulation)

People with inattentive ADHD have difficulty initiating and focusing on certain tasks (such as cooking, paying bills, learning) especially those that require effort and are uninteresting or unpleasant. People with inanttentive ADHD might seem quiet, lazy or like they never listen, but really they just can't control their attention as well as many others.

Impulsivity is the tendency to act without thinking. It shows up especially in relationships and personal finance. People with this symptom might spend a lot of money on things they don't need (duplicates of a item they already have, books that they feel like they will someday read but never do, buying random stuff online) and ruin their financial situation for a while (because you need money to live, eat, pay the bills.) In relationships they might act without thinking of others, for example they may offend others without meaning to. Overall, their behavior could be characterized as risky and impatient by others. Still, they can be an empathetic person, even though their actions at times might seem insensitive.

Hyperactivity symptoms are both external (you can see it) and internal (you can't see it.) External symptoms include difficulty staying still (pacing, doodling, talking excessively.) Internal hyperactivity symptoms include having a racing mind, taking unnecessary risks, getting anxious over "nothing" and being impatient. People with hyperactive symptoms might seem to be always busy, overwhelmed or seem immature. Try to be understanding: inside they may feel very restless or extremely bored.

One symptom that I've seen discussed on various YouTube channels is emotional dysregulation. People with emotional dysregulation have difficulty with controlling their emotional response and dealing with strong emotions. They might seem dramatic or they seem to overreact, but just remember that they may feel guilt or embarrassment for acting out the way they do. But emotional dysregulation is not just an excuse to avoid responsibility, but instead it's an explanation to why they've acted the way they did.

Brain chemistry of ADHD (and are people with ADHD just lazy)

ADHD brains don't have as much dopamine as neurotypical ("normal people") brains. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that creates motivation to do stuff. Without it you wouldn't do stuff. You wouldn't play games, eat, walk or even blink.

So how can people with ADHD play games then? Are they just lazy? No, playing games doesn't make you lazy, neither does not doing laundry. Think of it as all people having a certain threshold that needs to be exceeded for a task to be doable. For neurotypicals the threshold is easier to exceed, because they have more dopamine. So for them doing laundry is easier to start, but for people with ADHD the threshold may be too high, unless they get help. The threshold for playing games is lower, because it's much more enjoyable than doing laundry (at least for the majority.) So playing games is easier to start doing and focus on, doing laundry involves discomfort, so it requires an extra push.

How ADHD is portrayed in the media

I've seen many news outlets, tv-shows and other forms of media treat ADHD as a boys' condition that disappears in adulthood. Also, in recent years ADHD has been portrayed as a "trendy diagnosis" teens and young adults "want" to have along with autism spectrum disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and many others in order to gain "respect" or "status" or just to get a free pass on being "lazy". More often than not the medicine used to treat ADHD is presented in a negative light and it is claimed that children shouldn't be given ADHD medication because it is "literal meth" and it's a study drug that makes students geniuses without any effort. These are all misleading claims and I'll try my best to debunk these below.

Can girls have ADHD?

It is true that boys are more likely to get a diagnosis for ADHD, but it's because ADHD presents differently in boys and girls. Girls can also have ADHD. Girls typically have more inattentive symptoms and they are more likely to mask (or hide) their struggles from others in fear of judgement from parents, teachers or peers.

Can adults have ADHD?

ADHD symptoms do sometimes lessen with age, but ADHD doesn't disappear when you reach adulthood. Sometimes symptoms may even worsen in adulthood because of increased responsibility. People with ADHD may forget to pay their bills and may have difficulty forming and maintaining relationships. In childhood parents are usually the ones to take care of these kinds of things, so when a person with an undiagnosed ADHD moves out and tries to live independently it's very difficult. They find out they've had severe problems with self-regulation their whole life without even knowing.

Is ADHD just a trend?

Is ADHD actually a trend among teens and young adults? I'd say that's irrelevant, because it isn't harming anyone. People with ADHD face a lot of hate and judgement. ADHD is a very stigmatizing disorder and many have to hide their condition from others. Some have to get a diagnosis later in life because they fear their family might disown them after seeking help. So, for some it is comforting to be part of a group that understands their problems and doesn't judge them. People should have the opportunity to feel included and supported even if they didn't have ADHD but showed symptoms.

There has been growth in ADHD diagnoses in recent years, in part because of increased awareness, in part because of a change in people's lifestyles. By "change in lifestyle" I am referencing people using internet more and people having busier schedules. Both of these may make ADHD symptoms worse, so people are more likely to seek help. Remember that the number of people with ADHD hasn't changed, only the number of diagnoses. Could this be explained by by a rise in false diagnoses? Probably not, because the same trend is seen in multiple countries. There may be misdiagnoses for sure, like with every medical condition, but it's highly unlikely to explain everything. In fact, ADHD is often falsely diagnosed as depression, bipolar disorder or borderline personality disorder, especially in women.

Is ADHD medication dangerous?

ADHD medication has often been vilified, even to the point that medication is seen as a last resort. It has been painted as a dangerous drug that leads to people becoming addicts. So, is it justified to say that ADHD medication is "meth"? I don't think so. Even though it's true that some countries allow the use of methamphetamine in treating ADHD in both children and adults, it's not justified to label it as meth because of the negative connotations it has (and also because not every ADHD medication use methamphetamine; there is also methylphenidate, atomoxetine and more.) In controlled doses ADHD medications are safe and the risk of addiction is low. Often medication even lowers the risk of future addictions as people stop self-medicating with illegal substances. Serious side effects do exist, so the symptoms of ADHD medication (and any medication) should always be reported, monitored and taken seriously.

Are ADHD meds good study drugs?

Are ADHD meds a good study drug then? No, not if you are a neurotypical ("normal brained") person. They won't make you smarter, but they may give you a false sense of confidence and insomnia. If you have ADHD, the medication may let you finally concentrate, which possibly will help you get better grades.

How the media has affected people with ADHD

Journalists have failed in debunking these false claims and instead push these talking points even further, making it more difficult for people to seek help. People who suspect having ADHD but don't yet have a diagnosis may feel unsafe telling others they need help because society treats them as potential drug addicts, lazy students and attention seeking phone addicted teenagers.

The thank you's and all that (The end)

Thank you for reading this post. This took me a few hours to write and I'm sure it took you multiple minutes to get here (or you just skipped right to the end.) In any case, I hope you either learned something new or found a new way to debunk misinformation.

To all of you with ADHD I just want to say that you're not lazy, you're not weak, you're not annoying and you're not dramatic. You're not a burden. You deserve help and a loving, nurturing environment and you deserve to be taken seriously. If you're not diagnosed, but relate to ADHD symptoms, you should consider talking with a mental health professional. It is also okay to not want a diagnosis, and in that case it's best to find safe support groups, either online or offline.

Stay safe.

Edits

Edit 1: I want to add that some adhd medications can cause side effects such as insomnia. ADHD already by itself can affect sleep quality, so sometimes it's recommended to take melatonin or something else that helps you sleep. It's also important to practice sleep hygiene (calming down before sleep, eating something before bed, etc). I also want to add that "feeling like a zombie" while taking ADHD medication is not normal. It can be caused by the dose being too high or the medication being unsuitable, so it can be solved by lowering the dose or switching to another medication.

#adhd #adhd brain #neurodiversity #adhd medication #long post #rant #adhd information #infodump #attention defecit #hyperactivity #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

[shortcake1233]

Shoutout to my classmates mom in high school who told my mom with complete seriousness that her daughter is attention deficit because she doesn’t get enough attention.

#adhd stuff #adhd #attention deficit disorder (add) #attention defecit #txt post #txt #text post

[emojistargloww]

adhd/amism wordmojis

adhd/amism wordmojis :D yes i spelled deficit wrong (deficit, not defecit) and no im not changing it unless it annoys me or yall enough

adhd moment, adhd, ADHD, amism, amistic, Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder, i have adhd, i have amism, i'm adhd, i'm amistic

#c:/starblobs #c:/starblobs/gold #c:/starblobs/gold/emoji #c:/starblobs/gold/wordmoji #adhd #adhd moment #ADHD #amism #amistic #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #attention defecit hyperactivity disorder #i have adhd #i have amism #i'm adhd #i'm amistic #im adhd #im autistic #emoji #emote #discord emoji #discord emote #custom emoji #custom emote

[riddlekid]

me, brain melting and to trying to exist in a state of ADD hell: Why.... whyy do i feel so. brwin bad.....

the uneaten meds in my medicine cabinet:

#em-is #🧪 #add #attention defecit #attention deficit disorder (add) #adhd inattentive #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #adhd #adhd memes #adhd stuff #adhd struggles

[completeandrandomshit]

Life with ADHD: You come to the end of a task, but quit before it’s fully completed.

#life with adhd #life with add #attention defecit hyperactive disorder #attention defecit disorder #mental health #mental health issues #life #cognitive health

[anxietyfrappuccino]

i feel like crying and i should probably just cry to cry and get it all out... but then nothing changes and the cycle continues and it hurts all over again

#adhd #adhd inattentive #social anxiety #anxiety culture #anxious #anxiety depression #maybe autistic #i feel stupid for questioning #inattentive depression #attention defecit #attention deficit disorder (add) #my phone is making notification noises when one of it's problems is that it never does that... and like #why is it doing it now... at night... when i don't need it to

[sisinator]

listening to music while watching anime while drawing while having tiktok next to me

i think i need help

#sisi sucks #:3 #multitasking #attention defecit #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #gen z shit

[eatplayrun]

My son is currently being tested for ADD. It’s a long, stressful process that consists of a series of multi-hour tests with various professionals, as well as interviews with both parents by a social worker. What they don’t tell you about ADD/ADHD, is around 20% of kids in the U.S. are misdiagnosed as having it. The U.S. also has the most diagnosed cases in the world- 1 in 9. A lot of times this misdiagnosis is confused with trauma response, something happening to them or happened in their past that causes them to shut down at the first sign of stress. These symptoms closely resemble ADD/ ADHD.

#adhd #add/adhd #trauma #teenager #teenage boy #truama response #childhood trauma #attention defecit #attention deficit hyperactivity disorder #attention deficit disorder (add)

[master-of-clovers]

Sometimes i forget straight peoples exits

Sometimes i forget I'm not straight

But oftentimes it's both at the same time

#attention deficit disorder (add) #attention defecit #closeted #lgbt #biseuxal #panseuxal

[homeybee]

i have decided that neurotypical people are fucking weird.

#taking an eye-tracking class and i Know i have Attention Defecit Disorder or whatever tf they call it #but the way they approach attention is fucking weird