ADHD / ADD Support Group
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) are more common than you might think. It is a syndrome that exhibits symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, mood shifts, poor impulse control, and distractibility. Join others who suffer from these conditions and share your experiences.
Hey guys, I'm 28 years old, and recently diagnosed as having ADD.
For so many years, I had so much negativity towards myself, with constant negative self talk like "I'm so dumb, useless" etc.
I have recently found some peace, learning about symptoms for people who have ADD and who aren't diagnosed until they are adults, it has let me have some self compassion. I was branded the dumbest of dumb in high school, yet I have had many professionals since tell me I am intelligent.
I'm currently doing neurofeedback I enjoy it and it's helping me, while I don't think it works as instantly and effectively as Meds, I'm not wanting to go down that path.
Although now I still have the problems of ADD, I am fortunate enough to be able to recognise them and deal with it.
I'm nervous as hell about going to university, dealing with exams, time management etc, but I can't be held back by the fear of failure anymore.
My GP actually said "ADD seems like a prerequisite for being successful, as many of the most successful people in the world have it."
Maybe it's not such a bad thing :)
Thanks for listening :)
For so many years, I had so much negativity towards myself, with constant negative self talk like "I'm so dumb, useless" etc.
I have recently found some peace, learning about symptoms for people who have ADD and who aren't diagnosed until they are adults, it has let me have some self compassion. I was branded the dumbest of dumb in high school, yet I have had many professionals since tell me I am intelligent.
I'm currently doing neurofeedback I enjoy it and it's helping me, while I don't think it works as instantly and effectively as Meds, I'm not wanting to go down that path.
Although now I still have the problems of ADD, I am fortunate enough to be able to recognise them and deal with it.
I'm nervous as hell about going to university, dealing with exams, time management etc, but I can't be held back by the fear of failure anymore.
My GP actually said "ADD seems like a prerequisite for being successful, as many of the most successful people in the world have it."
Maybe it's not such a bad thing :)
Thanks for listening :)
You have a great attitude good for you. Your doctor is right many successful people have/had ADHD. You will come up with ways to handle your ADHD as you go.
There is a lot of information on organization and that type of stuff if you need suggestions on forums..
Good Luck in school.